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Living with Melanoma Podcast Episode: Myth Busting and Prevention Host: Imogen Cheese, Founder of the Melanoma Patient Conference Introduction:Welcome to "Living with Melanoma," a podcast produced by ITN Business in partnership with Melanoma Focus. Melanoma is the UK's most rapidly increasing type of cancer, yet 86% of cases are preventable. This podcast series, funded by MSD and reviewed by them for factual accuracy, aims to provide valuable insights and support for those affected by melanoma. MSD has had no input on the content; ITN retains full editorial control. Guests:·      Leah Roach: living with melanoma·      Jaime Nobbs: Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist·      Susanna Daniels: Melanoma Focus CEO Discussion Highlights:·      Melanoma is highly preventable; Wear a broad-spectrum high-factor sunscreen and reapply regularly; shade/clothing·      Melanoma can affect all ages and is fairly common in younger people. It is the second and third most common cancer in males and females respectively, between 15-44 years of age in England (ONS)·      Know your skin and contact your GP if you notice any changes in existing moles/lesions or a new mole/lesion Available Support:Melanoma Patient Conference: A platform for sharing experiences and gaining knowledge.Melanoma Helpline: Professional advice and emotional support for patients and carers.Melanoma Mates (FB Support Group): A community space for support and shared experiences.Melanoma Charity for Professionals, Patients & Public - Melanoma Focus Key Messages:Living with a melanoma diagnosis can have significant and wide-ranging impacts on both patients and their families.You are not alone; support is available through various resources such as the Patient Conference, Melanoma Helpline, and the Melanoma Mates Facebook support group. Thank you for joining us on this episode of "Living with Melanoma." Remember, support and resources are available to help you navigate life after a melanoma diagnosis. Stay connected with the melanoma community and reach out for help when needed. Episodes in the series: Episode 1: Living with & Life After and Episode 2: Skin Tone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living with Melanoma Podcast Episode: Skin Tone Guest Host: Yam Sumbwanyambe, host of The Black Sherpa podcast Introduction:Welcome to "Living with Melanoma," a podcast produced by ITN Business in partnership with Melanoma Focus. Melanoma is the UK's most rapidly increasing type of cancer, yet 86% of cases are preventable. This podcast series, funded by MSD and reviewed by them for factual accuracy, aims to provide valuable insights and support for those affected by melanoma. MSD has had no input on the content; ITN retains full editorial control. Guests: Carole: Living with MelanomaProfessor Catherine Harwood: Consultant DermatologistDoctor Suchitra Chinthapalli: Consultant Dermatologist Discussion Highlights:How Skin Tone can impact disease presentation and diagnosisCarole's experience of Acral Lentiginous Melanoma UV protection for various skin tones Available Support:Melanoma Patient Conference: A platform for sharing experiences and gaining knowledge.Melanoma Helpline: Professional advice and emotional support for patients and carers.Melanoma Mates (FB Support Group): A community space for support and shared experiences.Melanoma Charity for Professionals, Patients & Public - Melanoma Focus Key Messages:Living with a melanoma diagnosis can have significant and wide-ranging impacts on both patients and their families.You are not alone; support is available through various resources such as the Patient Conference, Melanoma Helpline, and the Melanoma Mates Facebook support group. Thank you for joining us on this episode of "Living with Melanoma." Remember, support and resources are available to help you navigate life after a melanoma diagnosis. Stay connected with the melanoma community and reach out for help when needed. Episodes in the series: Episode 1: Living with & Life After and Episode 3: Myth busting & Prevention Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Living with Melanoma Podcast Episode: Living with & Life AfterHost: Imogen Cheese​, Founder of the Melanoma Patient ConferenceIntroduction:Welcome to "Living with Melanoma," a podcast produced by ITN Business in partnership with Melanoma Focus. Melanoma is the UK's most rapidly increasing type of cancer, yet 86% of cases are preventable. This podcast series, funded by MSD and reviewed by them for factual accuracy, aims to provide valuable insights and support for those affected by melanoma. MSD has had no input on the content; ITN retains full editorial control.Episode One: Life After a Melanoma DiagnosisGuests:Michelle Richardson: Living with MelanomaWillie Munro: Living with MelanomaJackie Hodgetts: Nurse Consultant, Head of Melanoma Focus Helpline Service, and Trustee of Melanoma FocusDiscussion Highlights:Impacts on Patients and Families:The challenges and emotional toll of a melanoma diagnosis extend beyond the patient, affecting the entire family.Importance of understanding and addressing these wide-ranging impacts.Available Support:Melanoma Patient Conference: A platform for sharing experiences and gaining knowledge.Melanoma Helpline: Professional advice and emotional support for patients and carers.Melanoma Mates (FB Support Group): A community space for support and shared experiences.Melanoma Charity for Professionals, Patients & Public - Melanoma FocusKey Messages:Living with a melanoma diagnosis can have significant and wide-ranging impacts on both patients and their families.You are not alone; support is available through various resources such as the Patient Conference, Melanoma Helpline, and the Melanoma Mates Facebook support group.Thank you for joining us on this episode of "Living with Melanoma." Remember, support and resources are available to help you navigate life after a melanoma diagnosis. Stay connected with the melanoma community and reach out for help when needed.Future episodes: Episode 2: Skin Tone Episode 3: Myth busting & Prevention Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 or the Living With Lewy podcast episode. Until the 2014 death of actor Robin Williams, not many people had heard of Lewy Body Dementia, even though it comprises an estimated 15% of all dementia cases. Aimed to raise awareness of the condition, Living with Lewy is a two-episode bespoke podcast produced by ITN Business for the Lewy Body Society, with generous support from the National Lottery Community Fund. Hosted by Lewy Body Society Founder and Chair Ashley Bayston, it features people living with Lewy Body Dementia, carers and clinicians, academics researching the condition, and LBS CEO Jacqui Cannon.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 or the Living With Lewy podcast episode. Until the 2014 death of actor Robin Williams, not many people had heard of Lewy Body Dementia, even though it comprises an estimated 15% of all dementia cases. Aimed to raise awareness of the condition, Living with Lewy is a two-episode bespoke podcast produced by ITN Business for the Lewy Body Society, with generous support from the National Lottery Community Fund. Hosted by Lewy Body Society Founder and Chair Ashley Bayston, it features people living with Lewy Body Dementia, carers and clinicians, academics researching the condition, and LBS CEO Jacqui Cannon.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.