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Thanks for this great insight Lisa Avon - it's so nice to hear what a positive experience this was! Skill-sharing like this is a really powerful way to use volunteering time 😊

Healthcare team reactions to Amy's cancer story 🎥📺 Join our cancer case manager, Cher, and health coach, Elliot, as they watch AXA Ambassador, Amy Conroy, and her family's powerful conversation about life after cancer. In this reaction video, Cher and Elliot share insights from their experiences supporting our members through their cancer journeys - from managing scan anxiety to making sustainable lifestyle changes after treatment ends. Amy's original video explored the unspoken challenges of survivorship, including mental health struggles and finding a new normal. Now, our healthcare professionals offer their perspective on why these conversations matter and how they approach supporting members through similar challenges. Watch the full video to hear our team's thoughtful reflections on supporting the whole person - not just the diagnosis. #CancerSupport #LifeAfterCancer #HealthcareHeroes #AmyConroy

Cancer changes more than just our bodies Life after cancer affects everyone differently. Some find a new zest for life, while others need time and support to process their experience. In this episode, Liz Pocock and Debbie Hawkins explore these personal changes and why both responses are completely natural. Watch their honest discussion about transformation after cancer - whether that's finding new confidence or needing extra support. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gT-FDEQR #CancerSurvivor #LifeAfterCancer

"New technology is helping to deliver faster and more efficient outpatient services for many members” our COO Philippe Duban recently sat down with Corporate Adviser to talk about the benefits of our online outpatient services 🙌

Returning to 'normal' isn't always straightforward... Returning to work after cancer treatment brings its own set of challenges. In our latest conversation, Debbie Hawkins and Liz Pocock explore why the journey back to work life takes time - and why that's completely okay. Watch as they discuss the reality of recovery and the importance of going at your own pace. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gT-FDEQR #LifeAfterCancer #CancerRecovery #WorkLife

The invisible battle after cancer: your mental health matters 💭 Did you know? After treatment ends, survivors often face: - Shock - Anxiety - Loss of identity - Fear of recurrence - Emotional exhaustion Mental health matters just as much as physical recovery. Common challenges include: ✔️ Depression ✔️ Post-traumatic stress ✔️ Feeling disconnected ✔️ Scanxiety There's NO pressure to be "ok" or "bounce back" instantly. Your healing journey is YOUR own. Seeking support isn't a weakness - it's a strength. 💪 #CancerAwareness #MentalHealth #Survivorship

🌍 World Cancer Day 2025: after the all-clear What happens when cancer treatment ends, but the journey continues? Join cancer survivor Debbie Hawkins, and Liz Pocock as they explore the often unspoken challenges cancer survivors face - from a deeply personal and professional perspective. A candid conversation about resilience, recovery, and real support. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gT-FDEQR #CancerSurvivorship #WorldCancerDay2025

Life after having cancer can be full of ups and downs. Our survey of 500 cancer survivors reveals that, for many, their experience has given them a whole new perspective on what matters. Let's take a closer look at how their lives have changed. ➡➡ Scroll through the carousel to see the key insights

Why are women avoiding cervical screening - also known as smear tests? Smear tests check for the human papilloma virus (HPV), which can cause abnormal cell changes in the cervix. Checking the cervix for abnormalities or inflammation is one of the best ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer. But some avoid arranging their appointment, either through fear of an intimate procedure, or from some common misconceptions. AXA Health commissioned a survey to find out the most common misconceptions and top reasons for avoiding smear tests in the UK, across 2,000 respondents. We found that 78% of women of the relevant age have attended a cervical screening but almost 1 in 10 (7%) have considered rescheduling or not attending a cervical health screening. Less than a third (30%) know what a colposcopy test is for. A colposcopy happens if your smear shows abnormalities. It’s a test to look at the vagina and cervix in detail and samples are taken of any abnormal areas (biopsy). 1 in 5 (20%) Gen Z’s have avoided a smear test. The most common reason for avoiding a smear test was due to concerns about the procedure being uncomfortable or painful (46%). However, a small soft brush is used, and the nurse will be gentle to minimise any discomfort. Remember, you can stop the procedure at any time if you are in pain. If you’re one of the estimated 16% of the total female population that has avoided a smear test, maybe it’s time to put it on your ‘to do list’ today? https://lnkd.in/eMk6aPBm  #SmearFear #HPVTest #CervicalCancer

Life after the 'all-clear': The unspoken journey of cancer survival When the treatment ends and the doctors say you're cancer-free, many assume the hardest part is over. But for survivors like Amy Conroy, the real challenge was just beginning. In this intimate conversation, Amy sat down with her sister, Ali, and father, Chris, to explore the emotional challenges of life after cancer - a journey rarely discussed, but one that affects not only the patient but their loved ones, too. This film peels back the layers of what it truly means to navigate this period - not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. From rebuilding confidence to managing the complex feelings of recovery, Amy and her family reveal the challenges they faced but never spoke about. Join us for a candid, compassionate look at life after the 'all-clear'.