Help shape better support after gynaecological cancer

Gynaecological cancers are cancers of the ovary, womb, cervix, vagina, and vulva. Treatment for these cancers can feel very personal and hard to go through. People may have different experiences. This can be affected by their culture, religion, sexual identity, past trauma, or support they have around them such as partners or family.

After treatment ends, people still go to the hospital for check-ups but life doesn't always feel easy. Some people have long-term physical problems. Others worry that the cancer may come back. Some feel unsure about the future. These cancers affect private parts of the body. Because of this, it can feel difficult to talk about it or ask for help.

We want to improve the support people get after treatment. We want support to match what matters most to people, so they can live well.

Who can take part?

We would like to hear from:

• People who have had gynaecological cancer
• Carers, partners, family members, and friends of these people

We want to know what support helped you, what did not work well, and what you think should change. All experiences are important, whatever they may be. We are especially keen to hear from people who:

• Have had their cancer come back
• Live alone
• Do not have English as their first language
• Are LGBTQ+
• Feel less confident using computers or mobile apps

How you can get involved

By telling us about your experiences, you help show what is most important and guide research to improve support for others in the future.

If you are interested, please complete the survey below.

If you’re interested in joining a discussion group, please get in touch with Andreia by:

• Email: [email protected]
• Call or text: 07786 118735