Ground-breaking OWise mobile app for prostate cancer patients launched in the UK today
The new OWise app has been co-designed with prostate cancer patients to support them with their treatment and life after diagnosis.
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Tumour gene tests: What are they and why should you know about them?
Genomic tests have changed how cancer is treated. In this blog we explain the objective and the different types of genomic tests available.
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Living with HR+ Secondary Breast Cancer: Jacqui Crewe’s Story
In this blog we want to share with you the experience from Jacqui Crewe, a secondary patient with HR+, HER- breast cancer.
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Lymphoedema and Cording: The science behind them
Lymphoedema & cording are both commonly overlooked breast cancer treatment side effects. Learn more about how they can affect the body in this blog!
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All about secondary HR+ breast cancer (with Make2ndsCount)
In the first blog of our series in partnership with Make2ndsCount, we explore hormone receptor positive secondary breast cancer. Find out all the treatment options and the latest advances for this type of cancer.
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Carrying your Scars: Managing Life Post-Surgery
In the final part of our surgery miniseries, we look at the long-term effects of life post-surgery, including mental and physical wellbeing.
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Secondary Breast Cancer: Blog Series with Make 2nds Count
We have partnered up with the charity Make 2nds Count to launch an innovative six-part blog series. Every second Thursday we will look at the different types of secondary breast cancer and treatments available. We will also be hearing from patients about their own experiences.
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Lumpectomy and radiotherapy: All you need to know
Find out everything about lumpectomy and radiotherapy, as well as some results from recent clinical trials, and useful tips for you to manage common side effects caused by these treatments.
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Mastectomy and breast reconstruction: Your options
Surgery is one of the first treatments a breast cancer patient receives. Find out more about the different types of mastectomy and breast reconstruction.
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Intimacy, S** and Breast Cancer Treatment
While not always discussed in the Doctor’s office, breast cancer treatment can significantly impact on your sexual and intimate life.
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Sex, Intimacy and Breast Cancer Treatment
While not always discussed in the Doctor’s office, breast cancer treatment can significantly impact on your sexual and intimate life.
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Embracing changes in appearance from cancer: Our conversation with Look Good Feel Better
Join us for our conversation with Look Good Feel Better, and find out their top tips for managing changes in appearance from cancer
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The concept of neoadjuvant therapy in breast cancer
Find out about therapy before surgery (neoadjuvant) in breast cancer. In this blog, we cover
the main aspects, its impact on surgery and long-term outcomes.
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Untangling monoclonal antibodies – Trastuzumab, Pertuzumab, Atezolizumab
We know that drug names can be confusing. That’s why we’re untangling drug terminology. Starting with the monoclonal antibodies (AKA the mabs).
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Breast cancer, taboos and the BAME community: Q&A with Natasha
This week we had the pleasure to speak with Natasha (@blackbaldnbeautiful) about breast cancer in the BAME community.
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The future of healthcare is through apps: A Siemens Healthineers Analysis
The team at Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) has explored how digitalisation has impacted patient care. Find out how OWise can improve cancer care and how to integrate it into your hospital.
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The Power of the Written Word: Our Conversation with Sara from ‘Ticking Off Breast Cancer’
Sara Liyanage, the creator of the website and book, ‘Ticking Off Breast Cancer’, speaks to us about her work in raising people’s voices.
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Clinical Trials for Breast Cancer: Our A to Z Guide
Want to better understand what clinical trials are and what they mean for you? Here is OWise’s extensive guide to all things clinical trials.
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Mary Huckle speaks with us about Exercise and Cancer
Mary Huckle, a pilates instructor and personal trainer, lets us know how regular exercise can help people during their breast cancer treatment.
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Q&A with OWise User: Michaela
Michaela, an OWise User, has kindly agreed to share her experience of breast cancer treatment as well as how the OWise app has supported her.
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‘Counselling with Cancer’ & advice for managing anxiety during COVID
Claire Francis from ‘Counselling with Cancer’ speaks to us about her practice, anxiety during the pandemic and how the OWise app can help.
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Q&A with OWise User: Michelle
Michelle was part of the user testing for the latest version of the OWise app. Read her thoughts on OWise here.
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HR+ Breast Cancer: What’ve hormones got to do with it?
Have early stage hormone receptor positive breast cancer? Check out this blog to find out what it is and how it may affect your treatment plan.
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Your Pathology Results Explained
In the first of our series ‘Breast cancer under the microscope’, better understand your pathology report.
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