Birmingham Woman Diagnosed with Cancer Hours Before Niece’s Wedding After Initial Reassurances Thursday, May 21, 2026 cancer birmingham breastcancer diagnosis survivor resilience marathon treatment inspiration womenshealth sport Jay Kaur, a 53-year-old counselling therapist from Birmingham, experienced a life-altering shock when she was diagnosed with breast cancer on the very day of her niece’s wedding. Initially, doctors had dismissed the lump she … Read More
Northfield Grandmother Ivy Ravenhill Celebrates 100 Remarkable Years and Reflects on Life’s Changes Tuesday, May 19, 2026 northfield centenarian legacy resilience family birmingham history survivor manuka community Ivy Ravenhill, a revered Northfield resident, celebrated a monumental milestone this week—her 100th birthday. Having lived in south Birmingham for over five decades, Ivy shares a profound perspective on how life has evolved … Read More
'I've been diagnosed with cancer twice and have a colostomy bag – it hasn't stopped me living life fully' Wednesday, May 6, 2026 cancer colorectal stoma colostomy diagnosis survivor recovery screening surgery awareness When Lynne Ewington, 62, from Walsall, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, she feared her active lifestyle was over. Running, cycling, and attending concerts seemed out of reach after facing surgery that left her with a … Read More
'Survival Shouldn't Come Down to Luck' - Cancer Survivor's Urgent Call to Get Tested Saturday, April 25, 2026 cancer bowel bowelcancer health awareness screening testing earlydetection survivor community Ian Shires, a bowel cancer survivor and longtime public servant, is making a heartfelt appeal for people to prioritize early testing, emphasizing that “survival shouldn’t come down to luck.” Mr. Shires, who served as a … Read More
From Cancer Survivor to Children’s Nurse: Dan Laird’s Journey to Helping Sick Kids Monday, April 6, 2026 cancer leukaemia nursing paediatrics healthcare survivor education covid19 determination recovery Dan Laird’s battle with cancer began at just six years old when he was diagnosed with leukaemia. He spent three grueling years undergoing intensive treatment at Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Now, at 33 and in … Read More
'I Didn't Think I'd See My Kids Grow Up After My Sore Throat Led to Incurable Cancer' Sunday, January 18, 2026 myeloma cancer fundraising bloodtest diagnosis survivor family awareness treatment research In 2009, Deb Gascoyne, then 34, visited her GP with a persistent sore throat. What seemed like a minor health issue prompted a precautionary blood test—an unexpected step that would change her life forever. The test revealed … Read More