60 acast.com GPs Talk Cancer https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer en © 2023, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Cancer, GP, Healthcare, Health, Education, Wellness, Wellbeing, Mammogram, Screening, Doctor, Chemotherapy, Chemo, Surgery, Symptoms, Diagnosis GatewayC, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust Join two experienced GPs as they share their clinical knowledge and practical tips to support earlier cancer detection in primary care.


Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor bring their warmth, wit, and passion for earlier and faster cancer diagnosis. They discuss assessment, clinical decision making and the referral pathways they choose to get the best diagnosis and treatment. Rebecca and Sarah are regularly joined by special guests who are experts in particular cancer areas.


GPs Talk Cancer is brought to you by GatewayC, a national NHS-funded resource, dedicated to supporting primary care clinicians to improve early cancer detection.


Whilst this podcast may be of interest to everyone, it is aimed at primary care clinicians. Although all patient cases are based on real stories from clinical practice, they are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.


GPs Talk Cancer is released fortnightly on Tuesdays. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more about GatewayC.


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]]> Join two experienced GPs as they share their clinical knowledge and practical tips to support earlier cancer detection in primary care.


Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor bring their warmth, wit, and passion for earlier and faster cancer diagnosis. They discuss assessment, clinical decision making and the referral pathways they choose to get the best diagnosis and treatment. Rebecca and Sarah are regularly joined by special guests who are experts in particular cancer areas.


GPs Talk Cancer is brought to you by GatewayC, a national NHS-funded resource, dedicated to supporting primary care clinicians to improve early cancer detection.


Whilst this podcast may be of interest to everyone, it is aimed at primary care clinicians. Although all patient cases are based on real stories from clinical practice, they are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.


GPs Talk Cancer is released fortnightly on Tuesdays. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more about GatewayC.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> false Louise Harbord l.harbord@nhs.net 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 gps-talk-cancer episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76/1717004548524-4d2c2b6e7c124739debf7590ca6404e8.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer GPs Talk Cancer <![CDATA[Contraception and cancer fears - "I wouldn't shy away from addressing those things she's heard..."]]> Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT 43:28 69c4009ffe9984dbae9a24ba false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/contraception-and-cancer-fears-i-wouldnt-shy-away-from-addre 69c4009ffe9984dbae9a24ba 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 contraception-and-cancer-fears-i-wouldnt-shy-away-from-addre full 44 In this episode, GPs Rebecca Leon and Sarah Taylor sit down with Dr Sylvia Kama Kieghe — GP in Sheffield, women’s health specialist and creator of Ask Away Health — to explore how misinformation, social media and contraceptive concerns shape young women’s fears around cancer. Covering practical insights for managing irregular bleeding on hormonal contraception, addressing patient anxiety, communicating absolute versus relative risk, and navigating the growing influence of online health content. Real case studies highlight the importance of clear explanations, thorough assessment and how to build trust for more effective consultations in primary care.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> In this episode, GPs Rebecca Leon and Sarah Taylor sit down with Dr Sylvia Kama Kieghe — GP in Sheffield, women’s health specialist and creator of Ask Away Health — to explore how misinformation, social media and contraceptive concerns shape young women’s fears around cancer. Covering practical insights for managing irregular bleeding on hormonal contraception, addressing patient anxiety, communicating absolute versus relative risk, and navigating the growing influence of online health content. Real case studies highlight the importance of clear explanations, thorough assessment and how to build trust for more effective consultations in primary care.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Bonus: Women never-smokers and lung cancer Bonus: Women never-smokers and lung cancer Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:00:00 GMT 6:44 69b2984494cfbd3a459a2155 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-women-never-smokers-and-lung-cancer 69b2984494cfbd3a459a2155 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-women-never-smokers-and-lung-cancer bonus 43 GPs Rebecca and Sarah explore evolving trends in lung cancer, focusing on the increasing incidence in women who have never smoked. They highlight the importance of recognising symptoms like reduced exercise tolerance and persistent cough, regardless of smoking history, and discuss why primary care clinicians should have a low threshold for requesting chest X-rays. The episode also covers differences in genetic changes, treatment, and prognosis for non-smoker lung cancer patients and the need for prompt investigation to avoid late diagnoses.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah explore evolving trends in lung cancer, focusing on the increasing incidence in women who have never smoked. They highlight the importance of recognising symptoms like reduced exercise tolerance and persistent cough, regardless of smoking history, and discuss why primary care clinicians should have a low threshold for requesting chest X-rays. The episode also covers differences in genetic changes, treatment, and prognosis for non-smoker lung cancer patients and the need for prompt investigation to avoid late diagnoses.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Bonus: Rectal bleeding and FIT Bonus: Rectal bleeding and FIT Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:00:00 GMT 6:43 69a0233ffa559577228b1643 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-rectal-bleeding-and-fit 69a0233ffa559577228b1643 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-rectal-bleeding-and-fit bonus 42 GPs Rebecca and Sarah talk through the practical assessment and investigation of patients presenting with rectal bleeding in primary care. The discussion covers thorough history taking, examination tips, and the importance of asking about family history. They explore when to use the FIT (faecal immunochemical test), clarify how and when it should be used for patients with rectal bleeding, and explain the differences between symptomatic and screening FIT thresholds. Plus, guidance on the cancer referral pathway for those with positive results.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague. GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah talk through the practical assessment and investigation of patients presenting with rectal bleeding in primary care. The discussion covers thorough history taking, examination tips, and the importance of asking about family history. They explore when to use the FIT (faecal immunochemical test), clarify how and when it should be used for patients with rectal bleeding, and explain the differences between symptomatic and screening FIT thresholds. Plus, guidance on the cancer referral pathway for those with positive results.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague. GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Bonus: Cancer in diverse populations within NHS Scotland Bonus: Cancer in diverse populations within NHS Scotland Tue, 17 Feb 2026 01:00:00 GMT 49:02 6993363d86ac45e7f81720d3 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-lung-cancer-in-diverse-populations-with-nhs-scotland 6993363d86ac45e7f81720d3 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-lung-cancer-in-diverse-populations-with-nhs-scotland full 41 Sarah and Rebecca are joined by Dr Sal Peterson, Co-Clinical Lead for Scottish Primary Care Group, to explore the challenges of cancer diagnosis across Scotland, focusing on updated Scottish referral guidelines.

The episode dives deep into cancer presentation in deprived Deep End practices and remote rural settings, discussing health inequalities, continuity of care, and practical safety-netting strategies. You’ll hear about the significance of context-specific assessment, shared decision making (realistic medicine), and how guideline changes are shaping early cancer detection—from chest X-ray protocols to rapid diagnostics and handling non-specific symptoms.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All /featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Sarah and Rebecca are joined by Dr Sal Peterson, Co-Clinical Lead for Scottish Primary Care Group, to explore the challenges of cancer diagnosis across Scotland, focusing on updated Scottish referral guidelines.

The episode dives deep into cancer presentation in deprived Deep End practices and remote rural settings, discussing health inequalities, continuity of care, and practical safety-netting strategies. You’ll hear about the significance of context-specific assessment, shared decision making (realistic medicine), and how guideline changes are shaping early cancer detection—from chest X-ray protocols to rapid diagnostics and handling non-specific symptoms.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All /featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Bonus: Jess' Rule with Andrea Brady ]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 GMT 34:40 6980c36319ef991f734663e8 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-jess-rule-with-andrea-brady 6980c36319ef991f734663e8 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-jess-rule-with-andrea-brady bonus 40 GPs Rebecca Leon and Sarah Taylor are joined by Andrea Brady, Jess's mum, to discuss the origins and impact of Jess Rule "three strikes and we rethink" which urges GPs to fully reassess cases when a patient presents three times with persistent or worsening symptoms. This episode explores Jess's journey, the importance of continuity in care, and practical steps for primary care teams to improve early cancer diagnoses through reflection, review, and rethinking. The conversation highlights the power of listening to patients, safety netting, and working beyond the guidelines to save lives.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca Leon and Sarah Taylor are joined by Andrea Brady, Jess's mum, to discuss the origins and impact of Jess Rule "three strikes and we rethink" which urges GPs to fully reassess cases when a patient presents three times with persistent or worsening symptoms. This episode explores Jess's journey, the importance of continuity in care, and practical steps for primary care teams to improve early cancer diagnoses through reflection, review, and rethinking. The conversation highlights the power of listening to patients, safety netting, and working beyond the guidelines to save lives.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Bonus: Cancer in rural populations with NHS Wales Bonus: Cancer in rural populations with NHS Wales Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:00:00 GMT 36:12 69739e3d49ef7552162eb096 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-cancer-in-rural-populations-with-nhs-wales 69739e3d49ef7552162eb096 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-cancer-in-rural-populations-with-nhs-wales bonus 39 GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Elaine Hampton, practicing GP and GP facilitator in cancer survival services in North Wales to explore the unique challenges of diagnosing cancer in Wales, with a focus on rural healthcare, deprivation, and the impact of travel on access to diagnostics and treatment. The discussion includes practical case studies, variations in diagnostic pathways, and the importance of supporting patients who face both logistical and social barriers to cancer care. They share insights on streamlining referrals, the benefits of “one-stop” clinics, and the critical role of GP support in improving cancer outcomes in less urban settings.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC.

GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical

practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Elaine Hampton, practicing GP and GP facilitator in cancer survival services in North Wales to explore the unique challenges of diagnosing cancer in Wales, with a focus on rural healthcare, deprivation, and the impact of travel on access to diagnostics and treatment. The discussion includes practical case studies, variations in diagnostic pathways, and the importance of supporting patients who face both logistical and social barriers to cancer care. They share insights on streamlining referrals, the benefits of “one-stop” clinics, and the critical role of GP support in improving cancer outcomes in less urban settings.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC.

GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical

practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Bonus: Finger clubbing red flag symptom? Bonus: Finger clubbing red flag symptom? Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:40:16 GMT 7:05 6932e0c0aef2c71c1dc94b63 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-finger-clubbing-red-flag-symptom 6932e0c0aef2c71c1dc94b63 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-finger-clubbing-red-flag-symptom bonus 38 What is finger clubbing and why is it a red flag symptom for cancer? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor discuss this specific symptom and what to do if a patient presents with it. Read the cancer key in full here.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.  

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]]> What is finger clubbing and why is it a red flag symptom for cancer? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor discuss this specific symptom and what to do if a patient presents with it. Read the cancer key in full here.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.  

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Sarcoma - "...is it waking you up at night?"]]> Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:05:10 GMT 36:12 691c7a89b958098159bed57e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/sarcoma-is-it-waking-you-up-at-night 691c7a89b958098159bed57e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 sarcoma-is-it-waking-you-up-at-night full 37 In this episode, consultant orthopaedic oncological surgeon at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Miss Gill Cribb joins GPs Rebecca Leon and Dr. Sarah Taylor to discuss the challenges of diagnosing sarcoma in primary care. Expect practical insights around clinical features, referral pathways, and safety netting for soft tissue and bone tumours, plus key history and examination tips and the importance of reassessing persistent or atypical musculoskeletal complaints. Real case studies highlight common pitfalls, coding dilemmas and the vital role of early investigation in improving outcomes for patients.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, consultant orthopaedic oncological surgeon at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Miss Gill Cribb joins GPs Rebecca Leon and Dr. Sarah Taylor to discuss the challenges of diagnosing sarcoma in primary care. Expect practical insights around clinical features, referral pathways, and safety netting for soft tissue and bone tumours, plus key history and examination tips and the importance of reassessing persistent or atypical musculoskeletal complaints. Real case studies highlight common pitfalls, coding dilemmas and the vital role of early investigation in improving outcomes for patients.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Upper GI cancer refresh - "with dysphagia it's always bread, rice and meat..."]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:20:57 GMT 41:17 690b6b59b27ff20ceb1a79fb false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/upper-gi-cancer-refresh-with-dysphagia-its-always-bread-rice 690b6b59b27ff20ceb1a79fb 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 upper-gi-cancer-refresh-with-dysphagia-its-always-bread-rice full 36 GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Jonathan Hoare, gastroenterologist at St Mary’s Hospital in London, to unpack the risk factors for upper GI cancers, including lifestyle, diet, and Helicobacter infection. Together, they share clinical stories highlighting alarm symptoms such as dysphagia, approaches to history taking, and discuss best practice for investigating new indigestion. The episode covers the long-term safety of PPIs, Barrett’s oesophagus management, and how empowering patients plays a vital role in cancer diagnosis and care.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Jonathan Hoare, gastroenterologist at St Mary’s Hospital in London, to unpack the risk factors for upper GI cancers, including lifestyle, diet, and Helicobacter infection. Together, they share clinical stories highlighting alarm symptoms such as dysphagia, approaches to history taking, and discuss best practice for investigating new indigestion. The episode covers the long-term safety of PPIs, Barrett’s oesophagus management, and how empowering patients plays a vital role in cancer diagnosis and care.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Genetics in primary care - "...we should be seeking advice about that family history"]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 50:53 68ee66e5ead096a610b1688a false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/genetics-in-primary-care-we-should-be-seeking-advice-about-t 68ee66e5ead096a610b1688a 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 genetics-in-primary-care-we-should-be-seeking-advice-about-t full 35 Dr Jude Hayward, GP in Bradford and GPwSI in Genetics with the Yorkshire Regional Genetics Service, joins GPs Rebecca and Sarah to break down the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care. This episode covers key terminology, like germline and somatic variants, the practical role of family history in identifying inherited cancer risk, when to refer to genetics services and the impact of targeted therapies in modern cancer care. Plus, learn how to support patients navigating genetic results and hear about evolving guidance and resources to empower GPs in personalised and precision medicine.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Dr Jude Hayward, GP in Bradford and GPwSI in Genetics with the Yorkshire Regional Genetics Service, joins GPs Rebecca and Sarah to break down the essentials of genomics and genetic testing in primary care. This episode covers key terminology, like germline and somatic variants, the practical role of family history in identifying inherited cancer risk, when to refer to genetics services and the impact of targeted therapies in modern cancer care. Plus, learn how to support patients navigating genetic results and hear about evolving guidance and resources to empower GPs in personalised and precision medicine.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Genius gut - "...everybody should be looking in the toilet bowl!"]]> Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:37:21 GMT 41:23 68e4d141f1f51e6179e64a4e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/genius-gut-everybody-should-be-looking-in-the-toilet-bowl 68e4d141f1f51e6179e64a4e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 genius-gut-everybody-should-be-looking-in-the-toilet-bowl full 34 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Emily Leeming, gut health researcher at Kings College London, dietician and author of Genius Gut: The Life Changing Science of Eating for Your Second Brain, to discuss the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing. The episode covers practical, affordable dietary tips to support gut health during and after cancer treatment, common misconceptions around “food as medicine,” advice for managing weight changes and ways for GPs to empower patients with simple but effective nutrition advice in time-limited consultations.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Emily Leeming, gut health researcher at Kings College London, dietician and author of Genius Gut: The Life Changing Science of Eating for Your Second Brain, to discuss the role of the gut microbiome in cancer risk and patient wellbeing. The episode covers practical, affordable dietary tips to support gut health during and after cancer treatment, common misconceptions around “food as medicine,” advice for managing weight changes and ways for GPs to empower patients with simple but effective nutrition advice in time-limited consultations.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> GPs Talk Cancer shares GatewayC x FourteenFish webinar series GPs Talk Cancer shares GatewayC x FourteenFish webinar series Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:46:14 GMT 6:07 68deac56043c361f827c9026 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/gps-talk-cancer-shares-gatewayc-x-fourteenfish-webinar-serie 68deac56043c361f827c9026 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 gps-talk-cancer-shares-gatewayc-x-fourteenfish-webinar-serie trailer GatewayC and FourteenFish present a webinar series covering six cancer topics and featuring experts you've heard before on the podcast! Running from October 2025 - March 2026 and all hosted by Dr Rebecca Leon, Connect with FourteenFish - GatewayC to learn more and register your place!


Breast cancer with Miss Clare Garnsey, 07/10/25 // Register here


Lung cancer with Professor Matt Evison, 02/12/25 // Register here


Head and neck cancer with Mr Enyi Ofo, 13/01/26 // Register here


Lower GI cancer with Dr Ana Wilson, 03/02/26 // Register here


Blood cancers with Dr Suzanne Williams, 03/03/26 // Register here


Haematuria with Mr Sotonye Tolofari, 17/03/26 // Register here


GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

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]]> GatewayC and FourteenFish present a webinar series covering six cancer topics and featuring experts you've heard before on the podcast! Running from October 2025 - March 2026 and all hosted by Dr Rebecca Leon, Connect with FourteenFish - GatewayC to learn more and register your place!


Breast cancer with Miss Clare Garnsey, 07/10/25 // Register here


Lung cancer with Professor Matt Evison, 02/12/25 // Register here


Head and neck cancer with Mr Enyi Ofo, 13/01/26 // Register here


Lower GI cancer with Dr Ana Wilson, 03/02/26 // Register here


Blood cancers with Dr Suzanne Williams, 03/03/26 // Register here


Haematuria with Mr Sotonye Tolofari, 17/03/26 // Register here


GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

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]]> <![CDATA[Haematuria - "Anyone with any sense would say...we need to see them"]]> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT 46:17 68cac184f80a6b258f58a606 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/haematuria-anyone-with-any-sense-would-saywe-need-to-see-the 68cac184f80a6b258f58a606 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 haematuria-anyone-with-any-sense-would-saywe-need-to-see-the full 33 GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Mr Sotonye Tolofari, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Salford Royal NHS Trust and Director of Urological Cancers at Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance, to discuss the primary care approach to bladder, testicular and renal cancers. They delve into recognising key symptoms like haematuria, managing recurrent UTIs, interpreting incidental renal findings, and when to refer for suspected malignancy. The episode explores pathways for investigating visible and non-visible blood in urine, the practicalities of testicular cancer referrals and how to navigate findings such as simple and complex renal cysts in everyday practice.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Mr Sotonye Tolofari, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Salford Royal NHS Trust and Director of Urological Cancers at Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance, to discuss the primary care approach to bladder, testicular and renal cancers. They delve into recognising key symptoms like haematuria, managing recurrent UTIs, interpreting incidental renal findings, and when to refer for suspected malignancy. The episode explores pathways for investigating visible and non-visible blood in urine, the practicalities of testicular cancer referrals and how to navigate findings such as simple and complex renal cysts in everyday practice.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> <![CDATA[Leukaemia and lymphoma - "...peas, grapes and satsumas!"]]> Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:10:33 GMT 51:26 68bf0f6002dac1523510fc62 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/leukaemia-and-lymphoma-peas-grapes-and-satsumas 68bf0f6002dac1523510fc62 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 leukaemia-and-lymphoma-peas-grapes-and-satsumas full 32 Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are joined by Dr Suzanne Roberts, Consultant Haematologist at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Clinical Lead for Haemato-oncology at GM Cancer Alliance, to discuss the diagnosis of leukaemia and lymphoma in primary care. They cover common presentations, such as persistent lumps, overwhelming tiredness, and unexplained itching, as well as rare symptoms like facial swelling. The episode explores key investigations, when to be concerned about blood tests, practical advice on referrals, and important differences between acute and chronic leukaemias. Plus, the importance of vigilance, safety netting and advice for monitoring patients with possible haematological cancers.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are joined by Dr Suzanne Roberts, Consultant Haematologist at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust and Clinical Lead for Haemato-oncology at GM Cancer Alliance, to discuss the diagnosis of leukaemia and lymphoma in primary care. They cover common presentations, such as persistent lumps, overwhelming tiredness, and unexplained itching, as well as rare symptoms like facial swelling. The episode explores key investigations, when to be concerned about blood tests, practical advice on referrals, and important differences between acute and chronic leukaemias. Plus, the importance of vigilance, safety netting and advice for monitoring patients with possible haematological cancers.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> Bonus: Side effects of endocrine treatment Bonus: Side effects of endocrine treatment Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT 13:06 689c68beb9b9dae0c77b8eb0 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-side-effects-of-endocrine-treatment 689c68beb9b9dae0c77b8eb0 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-side-effects-of-endocrine-treatment bonus 31 What is the impact of long-term endocrine treatment for patients? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the menopause-like side effects of endocrine treatment, what GPs can offer to ease these symptoms and how patients can be supported to continue in treatment.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

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]]> What is the impact of long-term endocrine treatment for patients? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the menopause-like side effects of endocrine treatment, what GPs can offer to ease these symptoms and how patients can be supported to continue in treatment.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.  

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]]> <![CDATA[Head and neck cancer revisited - "that's cancer until proven otherwise..."]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT 34:54 687e4efbffe3b22d13e31ffa false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/head-and-neck-cancer-revisited-thats-cancer-until-proven-oth 687e4efbffe3b22d13e31ffa 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 head-and-neck-cancer-revisited-thats-cancer-until-proven-oth full 30 GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, consultant ear, nose and throat surgeon at Guys & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Hospital, to discuss head and neck cancer in primary care. This episode covers the evolving risk factors, including HPV, and highlights key symptoms such as persistent neck lumps, progressive dysphagia, unilateral ear pain, and non-healing mouth ulcers. The team share practical strategies on examination, when to refer and importantly, how to differentiate between benign and concerning presentations. There’s also an update on modern surgical techniques, prevention through vaccination, and the crucial role of GP instincts in early diagnosis.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Mr Jean-Pierre Jeannon, consultant ear, nose and throat surgeon at Guys & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Hospital, to discuss head and neck cancer in primary care. This episode covers the evolving risk factors, including HPV, and highlights key symptoms such as persistent neck lumps, progressive dysphagia, unilateral ear pain, and non-healing mouth ulcers. The team share practical strategies on examination, when to refer and importantly, how to differentiate between benign and concerning presentations. There’s also an update on modern surgical techniques, prevention through vaccination, and the crucial role of GP instincts in early diagnosis.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Breast cancer in Black and Asian women - "...there was hush hush around it"]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT 34:21 6864069e7aba8e54f881e2cf false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/breast-cancer-in-black-and-asian-women-there-was-hush-hush-a 6864069e7aba8e54f881e2cf 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 breast-cancer-in-black-and-asian-women-there-was-hush-hush-a full 29 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Laura Urhobo, CEO of Cancer Care Diaspora, to discuss early diagnosis of breast cancer in Black and Asian women. This episode explores cultural, social, and language barriers impacting healthcare access, the importance of awareness and representation and why empowering patients to seek help early is vital. Laura shares real-life stories and practical strategies for improving trust and engagement in these communities, while our GPs highlight the need for better training and targeted screening to reduce health inequalities.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Laura Urhobo, CEO of Cancer Care Diaspora, to discuss early diagnosis of breast cancer in Black and Asian women. This episode explores cultural, social, and language barriers impacting healthcare access, the importance of awareness and representation and why empowering patients to seek help early is vital. Laura shares real-life stories and practical strategies for improving trust and engagement in these communities, while our GPs highlight the need for better training and targeted screening to reduce health inequalities.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[The emotional impact of cancer - "... the cells in our body have gone out of control"]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT 48:33 68593f5c8bc1d32b98cbab42 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/the-emotional-impact-of-cancer-the-cells-in-our-body-have-go 68593f5c8bc1d32b98cbab42 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 the-emotional-impact-of-cancer-the-cells-in-our-body-have-go full 28 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Anne Crook, oncology counsellor at The Christie, to explore the emotional impact of cancer on patients and their families. This episode looks at recognising and managing anxiety and depression in primary care, supporting carers, handling family dynamics, and practical strategies such as normalising feelings, signposting support and offering coping mechanisms for uncertainty and “scanxiety.” Plus, they discuss clear communication, individual needs and the importance of maintaining trust throughout the cancer journey.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Anne Crook, oncology counsellor at The Christie, to explore the emotional impact of cancer on patients and their families. This episode looks at recognising and managing anxiety and depression in primary care, supporting carers, handling family dynamics, and practical strategies such as normalising feelings, signposting support and offering coping mechanisms for uncertainty and “scanxiety.” Plus, they discuss clear communication, individual needs and the importance of maintaining trust throughout the cancer journey.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Lung cancer update – "It's unique in that level of harm..."]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:01:32 GMT 1:00:57 6848108db0b18fac07bc5b88 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/lung-cancer-update-its-unique-in-that-level-of-harm 6848108db0b18fac07bc5b88 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 lung-cancer-update-its-unique-in-that-level-of-harm full 27 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Professor Matt Evison, Consultant Chest Physician at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and Clinical Lead for the CURE programme and Tobacco Addiction to explore the changing profile of lung cancer risk—including never smokers and the impact of ethnicity, family history, environmental factors, and occupational exposures like asbestos. They discuss the challenges of diagnosing lung cancer early, how to use chest X-rays and blood markers such as raised platelets, updates on lung cancer screening programmes and the latest tools in smoking cessation. Plus, insights into vaping, shisha, and why proactive smoking support is vital in primary care.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Professor Matt Evison, Consultant Chest Physician at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and Clinical Lead for the CURE programme and Tobacco Addiction to explore the changing profile of lung cancer risk—including never smokers and the impact of ethnicity, family history, environmental factors, and occupational exposures like asbestos. They discuss the challenges of diagnosing lung cancer early, how to use chest X-rays and blood markers such as raised platelets, updates on lung cancer screening programmes and the latest tools in smoking cessation. Plus, insights into vaping, shisha, and why proactive smoking support is vital in primary care.

If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Advances in colorectal cancer treatment – "is it palliative or is it curative?"]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 28:29 682f3610e57506ea97856ff7 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/advances-in-colorectal-cancer-treatment-is-it-palliative-or- 682f3610e57506ea97856ff7 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 advances-in-colorectal-cancer-treatment-is-it-palliative-or- full 3 26 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Professor Mark Saunders, Consultant Oncologist at The Christie, to explore the evolving landscape of colorectal cancer treatment. They discuss how advancements in surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy have improved survival rates, the critical role of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and the importance of patient choice and support. The episode also addresses newer therapies, managing side effects and the increasing focus on cancer as a chronic disease, offering practical insights for primary care.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Professor Mark Saunders, Consultant Oncologist at The Christie, to explore the evolving landscape of colorectal cancer treatment. They discuss how advancements in surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy have improved survival rates, the critical role of multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) and the importance of patient choice and support. The episode also addresses newer therapies, managing side effects and the increasing focus on cancer as a chronic disease, offering practical insights for primary care.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC

Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Acute Oncology – "We keep going back to the cancer care review..."]]> Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT 42:14 68221a2eca727346522a1603 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/acute-oncology-we-keep-going-back-to-the-cancer-care-review 68221a2eca727346522a1603 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 acute-oncology-we-keep-going-back-to-the-cancer-care-review full 3 25 Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Caroline Wilson, Consultant in Medical Oncology at The Christie, to discuss acute oncology emergencies in primary care. They break down the three types of acute oncology patients, offer practical strategies for managing treatment toxicities and share guidance on recording cancer treatments in patient records. They also tackle the importance of empowering patients to know their drugs, navigating the UKONS guidelines and recognising when to initiate advanced care planning—especially with new statistics on prognosis after emergency oncology admissions.


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please send your review to the-christie.gatewayc@nhs.net and share the series with a colleague.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> Rebecca and Sarah are joined by Dr. Caroline Wilson, Consultant in Medical Oncology at The Christie, to discuss acute oncology emergencies in primary care. They break down the three types of acute oncology patients, offer practical strategies for managing treatment toxicities and share guidance on recording cancer treatments in patient records. They also tackle the importance of empowering patients to know their drugs, navigating the UKONS guidelines and recognising when to initiate advanced care planning—especially with new statistics on prognosis after emergency oncology admissions.


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GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. View the full shownotes for this episode at Podcast - GatewayC


Produced by GatewayC and Listening Dog Media.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.


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]]> Bonus: Cancer in pregnancy Bonus: Cancer in pregnancy Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:59:16 GMT 12:54 67ebc70402e789100f738214 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-cancer-in-pregnancy 67ebc70402e789100f738214 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-cancer-in-pregnancy bonus 24 How should GPs approach potential cancer symptoms during pregnancy?


In this episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the rare but challenging intersection of cancer and pregnancy. Speaking with leading oncologist Dr Richard Simcock, GP and patient Dr Jenny Rattray, and Pete Wallroth, founder of the charity Mummy’s Star, the episode examines the clinical complexities, emotional impact, and how primary care can best support pregnant patients through diagnosis and treatment.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

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]]> How should GPs approach potential cancer symptoms during pregnancy?


In this episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the rare but challenging intersection of cancer and pregnancy. Speaking with leading oncologist Dr Richard Simcock, GP and patient Dr Jenny Rattray, and Pete Wallroth, founder of the charity Mummy’s Star, the episode examines the clinical complexities, emotional impact, and how primary care can best support pregnant patients through diagnosis and treatment.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

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]]> Bonus: Cancer in the trans community Bonus: Cancer in the trans community Tue, 25 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT 13:29 67bc89d08ee8c32c7fc51416 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-cancer-in-the-transg-community 67bc89d08ee8c32c7fc51416 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-cancer-in-the-transg-community bonus 23 How can primary care professionals provide better cancer care for the trans community? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the unique considerations and barriers that trans patients face when accessing healthcare for potential cancer diagnoses.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

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]]> How can primary care professionals provide better cancer care for the trans community? In this special bonus episode, Dr Rebecca Leon explores the unique considerations and barriers that trans patients face when accessing healthcare for potential cancer diagnoses.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  

Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.  

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]]> Bonus: Proton beam therapy Bonus: Proton beam therapy Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:19:44 GMT 7:22 67b44918d7f65bb0458c4d5e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-proton-beam-therapy 67b44918d7f65bb0458c4d5e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-proton-beam-therapy bonus 22 Proton beam therapy is transforming cancer treatment – but what do GPs and primary care professionals need to know? In this special bonus episode, we explore the key insights as part of our Cancer Conversations YouTube series. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  


Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 


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]]> Proton beam therapy is transforming cancer treatment – but what do GPs and primary care professionals need to know? In this special bonus episode, we explore the key insights as part of our Cancer Conversations YouTube series. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast from GatewayC, the free early diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

This episode is produced by GatewayC in collaboration with Listening Dog Media. 


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.  


Subscribe for more expert cancer insights and explore our YouTube series for additional resources. 


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]]> Bonus: What did we learn from Season 2? Bonus: What did we learn from Season 2? Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:00:00 GMT 4:07 679bab38402b5d99a6292076 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/bonus-what-did-we-learn-from-season-2 679bab38402b5d99a6292076 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 bonus-what-did-we-learn-from-season-2 full How have GPs Rebecca and Sarah changed their practice as a result of their discussions in season 2 of GPs Talk Cancer? We look back over some of the amazing guests and content that features in the series, and discuss specific things we learned from our inspiring guests. With thanks to: honorary consultant paediatric oncologist Dr Guy Makin; Professor Matthew Makin, a consultant in palliative care medicine; and haematology consultant Dr Suzanne Roberts.


We’ll be releasing some further bonus episodes in between now and series 3 - coming summer 2025! 


If you loved this series and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> How have GPs Rebecca and Sarah changed their practice as a result of their discussions in season 2 of GPs Talk Cancer? We look back over some of the amazing guests and content that features in the series, and discuss specific things we learned from our inspiring guests. With thanks to: honorary consultant paediatric oncologist Dr Guy Makin; Professor Matthew Makin, a consultant in palliative care medicine; and haematology consultant Dr Suzanne Roberts.


We’ll be releasing some further bonus episodes in between now and series 3 - coming summer 2025! 


If you loved this series and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> <![CDATA[National Screening Programmes – Breast, Bowel and Cervical - "We need to make that first time special..."]]> Tue, 10 Dec 2024 01:00:20 GMT 43:13 66fa886871888fe6b1c5923f false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/national-screening-programmes 66fa886871888fe6b1c5923f 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 national-screening-programmes full 20 Rebecca and Sarah discuss the importance, impact and limitations of the breast, bowel and cancer screening programmes in England, Scotland and Wales. Our GP hosts talk through how the three different screening programmes are operated, the benefits of increased patient uptake, plus some of the barriers to attendance and how primary care health professionals can help. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> Rebecca and Sarah discuss the importance, impact and limitations of the breast, bowel and cancer screening programmes in England, Scotland and Wales. Our GP hosts talk through how the three different screening programmes are operated, the benefits of increased patient uptake, plus some of the barriers to attendance and how primary care health professionals can help. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Brain Tumours – "Only between 1 and 3 per cent of them will only have a headache."]]> Tue, 26 Nov 2024 01:00:25 GMT 43:43 66e19c33f684e0b759961b39 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/brain-tumours-only-between-1-and-3-per-cent-of-them-will-onl 66e19c33f684e0b759961b39 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 brain-tumours-only-between-1-and-3-per-cent-of-them-will-onl full 19 Professor Catherine McBain joins our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah to discuss how to spot brain tumours earlier in primary care. Professor McBain is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at the Christie NHS Foundation Trust and the Greater Manchester Cancer Lead for Brain and CNS. Our experts mention the importance of headaches plus an increase in the severity and frequency of other symptoms such as cognitive changes like increased anxiety, fatigue, changes in speech and forgetfulness. Physical symptoms like weakness in the arm or legs, incoordination and peripheral visual field loss are also explored. They also discuss intracranial pressure, drowsiness, and how to distinguish between headaches and tumour-related headaches. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own. 

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]]> Professor Catherine McBain joins our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah to discuss how to spot brain tumours earlier in primary care. Professor McBain is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at the Christie NHS Foundation Trust and the Greater Manchester Cancer Lead for Brain and CNS. Our experts mention the importance of headaches plus an increase in the severity and frequency of other symptoms such as cognitive changes like increased anxiety, fatigue, changes in speech and forgetfulness. Physical symptoms like weakness in the arm or legs, incoordination and peripheral visual field loss are also explored. They also discuss intracranial pressure, drowsiness, and how to distinguish between headaches and tumour-related headaches. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Cancer In The Homeless Population – ”I often work to their agenda.” Cancer In The Homeless Population – ”I often work to their agenda.” Tue, 12 Nov 2024 01:00:34 GMT 38:08 66e18d3e9a7dcc160e470829 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/no-fixed-abode 66e18d3e9a7dcc160e470829 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 no-fixed-abode full 18 Dr Wan-Ley Yeung, clinical lead of the GP Inclusion Health Service at Salford Primary Care Together, joins Rebecca and Sarah to discuss how to improve cancer diagnosis in patients with no fixed abode. They discuss the challenges of collecting data and following up with patients with no registered address, examples of how Dr Yeung works with patients in his clinic, the importance of building trust, and being adaptable with a patient who doesn't appear regularly in practice. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> Dr Wan-Ley Yeung, clinical lead of the GP Inclusion Health Service at Salford Primary Care Together, joins Rebecca and Sarah to discuss how to improve cancer diagnosis in patients with no fixed abode. They discuss the challenges of collecting data and following up with patients with no registered address, examples of how Dr Yeung works with patients in his clinic, the importance of building trust, and being adaptable with a patient who doesn't appear regularly in practice. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Interpreting Blood Test Results – ”If they persist, we repeat things.” Interpreting Blood Test Results – ”If they persist, we repeat things.” Tue, 29 Oct 2024 01:00:33 GMT 20:41 66e186127fb05edbd0cb053c false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/interpreting-blood-test-results 66e186127fb05edbd0cb053c 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 interpreting-blood-test-results full 17 This shorter, bite-size episode sees GPs Rebecca and Sarah discuss the challenges of interpreting blood test results in primary care. Topics covered include the PSA and CA-125 tests and the incidence of false positives and false negatives; red flag symptoms such as new onset raised hba1c, iron deficiency anaemia and raised platelets on a full blood count; plus the role inflammatory markers and liver function tests can play. Plus, when and when not to be reassured when blood test results are normal. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> This shorter, bite-size episode sees GPs Rebecca and Sarah discuss the challenges of interpreting blood test results in primary care. Topics covered include the PSA and CA-125 tests and the incidence of false positives and false negatives; red flag symptoms such as new onset raised hba1c, iron deficiency anaemia and raised platelets on a full blood count; plus the role inflammatory markers and liver function tests can play. Plus, when and when not to be reassured when blood test results are normal. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Endometrial Cancer – ”Women in their 50s and 60s don’t normally have new-onset discharge.” Endometrial Cancer – ”Women in their 50s and 60s don’t normally have new-onset discharge.” Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:08 GMT 23:18 66e17adef684e0b7598a257d false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/endometrial-cancer 66e17adef684e0b7598a257d 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 endometrial-cancer full 16 GPs Rebecca and Sarah discuss the risk factors for post-menopausal uterine cancer, symptoms like new onset discharge and visible haematuria, and why you should examine patients before referring them on the cancer pathway. Our GP hosts also cover taking a full patient history, hormone drug compliance and why safety netting is so important for patients who are bleeding on HRT. Plus, being aware of the increase in incidence of endometrial cancer in women in their 40s. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> GPs Rebecca and Sarah discuss the risk factors for post-menopausal uterine cancer, symptoms like new onset discharge and visible haematuria, and why you should examine patients before referring them on the cancer pathway. Our GP hosts also cover taking a full patient history, hormone drug compliance and why safety netting is so important for patients who are bleeding on HRT. Plus, being aware of the increase in incidence of endometrial cancer in women in their 40s. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Menopausal Side Effects Of Cancer Treatment – ”Separate duvets is a complete game-changer!” Menopausal Side Effects Of Cancer Treatment – ”Separate duvets is a complete game-changer!” Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:59 GMT 22:13 66cdf4d3732876ca2dbe0c9a true https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/menopausal-symptoms 66cdf4d3732876ca2dbe0c9a 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 menopausal-symptoms full 15 **Please be aware this episode contains some mild swearing**


In this bitesize episode, Dr Liz O‘Riordan joins our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah again to talk about managing the menopausal symptoms of breast cancer treatment. Dr Liz O’Riordan - a best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and former breast cancer surgeon - talks about how patients can manage the side effects of drugs like Tamoxifen, whether GPs should prescribe HRT, practical advice on handling vasomotor symptoms, the benefits of exercise and other lifestyle measures, and why separate duvets are a complete game-changer! 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> **Please be aware this episode contains some mild swearing**


In this bitesize episode, Dr Liz O‘Riordan joins our GP hosts Rebecca and Sarah again to talk about managing the menopausal symptoms of breast cancer treatment. Dr Liz O’Riordan - a best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and former breast cancer surgeon - talks about how patients can manage the side effects of drugs like Tamoxifen, whether GPs should prescribe HRT, practical advice on handling vasomotor symptoms, the benefits of exercise and other lifestyle measures, and why separate duvets are a complete game-changer! 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by Louise Harbord from GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Breast Cancer Recurrence – "It has to be on everyone's radar"]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:56 GMT 34:43 66c842fa1a47e1e4f778321e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/breast-cancer-recurrence 66c842fa1a47e1e4f778321e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 breast-cancer-recurrence full 14 Listen in as our GP hosts, Rebecca and Sarah, are joined in this episode by Dr Liz O’Riordan - a best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and former breast cancer surgeon. Dr O’Riordan shares her tips that enable GPs to be swiftly alert to the signs and symptoms of recurrence and to support patients to remain aware of their risk. They also cover features that affect the likelihood of recurrence, types of recurrence, the critical importance of coding, fear of recurrence, primary care investigations, exercise, and more. As ever, they bust common myths and share helpful practical tips. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Listen in as our GP hosts, Rebecca and Sarah, are joined in this episode by Dr Liz O’Riordan - a best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and former breast cancer surgeon. Dr O’Riordan shares her tips that enable GPs to be swiftly alert to the signs and symptoms of recurrence and to support patients to remain aware of their risk. They also cover features that affect the likelihood of recurrence, types of recurrence, the critical importance of coding, fear of recurrence, primary care investigations, exercise, and more. As ever, they bust common myths and share helpful practical tips. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

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]]> Childhood Cancer – “Persistent parental concern“ Childhood Cancer – “Persistent parental concern“ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:05 GMT 33:05 6671549f44389e464b6484fd false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/childhood-cancer-the-most-important-part-of-this-consultatio 6671549f44389e464b6484fd 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 childhood-cancer-the-most-important-part-of-this-consultatio full 13

GP hosts, Rebecca and Sarah are joined by honorary consultant paediatric oncologist Dr Guy Makin. Listen in as they discuss the incidence of childhood cancers, epithelial versus embryonal tumours, and the significance of unexplained symptomology. They talk through how GPs can support earlier and faster cancer diagnosis – including tips to establish the context behind the child’s symptoms, the importance of clinician continuity and persistent parental concern, and the impact of labelling on delayed diagnosis. Dr Makin also delves into primary care investigations and answers commonly asked questions.


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]>

GP hosts, Rebecca and Sarah are joined by honorary consultant paediatric oncologist Dr Guy Makin. Listen in as they discuss the incidence of childhood cancers, epithelial versus embryonal tumours, and the significance of unexplained symptomology. They talk through how GPs can support earlier and faster cancer diagnosis – including tips to establish the context behind the child’s symptoms, the importance of clinician continuity and persistent parental concern, and the impact of labelling on delayed diagnosis. Dr Makin also delves into primary care investigations and answers commonly asked questions.


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Myeloma – "Prevent that end organ damage”]]> Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:17 GMT 36:43 66715220d68641f6879b1c1c false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/myeloma-early-diagnosis-is-actually-much-more-important-to-p 66715220d68641f6879b1c1c 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 myeloma-early-diagnosis-is-actually-much-more-important-to-p full 12 In episode 12, we’re joined by haematology consultant Dr Suzanne Roberts to discuss myeloma. Dr Roberts explains what kind of pain to look out for – like back pain – in this type of blood cancer and how to tell the difference between a musculoskeletal pain versus a pain without a mechanism of injury, or a new-onset pain. She talks through other symptoms like fatigue and anaemia, the C.R.A.B acronym, MGUS, staging ,and the primary care investigations she would recommend. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In episode 12, we’re joined by haematology consultant Dr Suzanne Roberts to discuss myeloma. Dr Roberts explains what kind of pain to look out for – like back pain – in this type of blood cancer and how to tell the difference between a musculoskeletal pain versus a pain without a mechanism of injury, or a new-onset pain. She talks through other symptoms like fatigue and anaemia, the C.R.A.B acronym, MGUS, staging ,and the primary care investigations she would recommend. 


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here. 


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Palliative Care – "Try and see through the cancer fog"]]> Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:00:45 GMT 1:01:00 666835719264d00012e0bd0d false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/palliative-care-have-that-conversation-about-the-natural-cou 666835719264d00012e0bd0d 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 palliative-care-have-that-conversation-about-the-natural-cou full 11 In this special longer episode, we cover palliative cancer care with Professor Matthew Makin, a consultant in palliative care medicine. Dr Sarah Taylor and Professor Makin discuss assessing terminally ill/end of life cancer patients, how to manage grades of pain, how to discuss the patient’s needs with family members, and what the natural course of dying can look like. Common myths are also debunked.


Please note: This episode features discussion on death and the process of dying in some detail.


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this special longer episode, we cover palliative cancer care with Professor Matthew Makin, a consultant in palliative care medicine. Dr Sarah Taylor and Professor Makin discuss assessing terminally ill/end of life cancer patients, how to manage grades of pain, how to discuss the patient’s needs with family members, and what the natural course of dying can look like. Common myths are also debunked.


Please note: This episode features discussion on death and the process of dying in some detail.


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. All views expressed by guest speakers are their own.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Gastro and Oesophageal Cancer – "Let's talk about LEGO-C"]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 00:00:32 GMT 28:43 664c78be9d6f8100129b432a false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/gastro-and-oesophageal-cancer-weighing-people-is-an-underval 664c78be9d6f8100129b432a 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 gastro-and-oesophageal-cancer-weighing-people-is-an-underval full 10 In episode 10 we cover gastro and oesophageal cancers. Our GPs question how we can best ‘think cancer’ when patients present with vague symptomology. Weight loss, difficulty swallowing, and abdominal pain are some of the key areas covered – with useful safety netting questions shared to provide our listeners with increased confidence when considering cancer as a differential. This episode also covers Barrett’s oesophagus, the impact of radiotherapy from other cancer groups and key risk factors.  


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In episode 10 we cover gastro and oesophageal cancers. Our GPs question how we can best ‘think cancer’ when patients present with vague symptomology. Weight loss, difficulty swallowing, and abdominal pain are some of the key areas covered – with useful safety netting questions shared to provide our listeners with increased confidence when considering cancer as a differential. This episode also covers Barrett’s oesophagus, the impact of radiotherapy from other cancer groups and key risk factors.  


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here. 


If you loved this episode and would like to hear more like this, please leave a review, a rating and share the episode.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Head and Neck Cancer – “We really do need to be taking these things seriously…” Head and Neck Cancer – “We really do need to be taking these things seriously…” Tue, 09 Jul 2024 00:00:54 GMT 24:54 664c775f2cecde0012cefe4a false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/head-and-neck-cancer-red-flag-symptoms-are-older-people-alco 664c775f2cecde0012cefe4a 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 head-and-neck-cancer-red-flag-symptoms-are-older-people-alco full 9 In episode 9 we ask: What is the head and neck cancer risk in people who have a higher intake of caffeinated coffee? (Hint: The answer may surprise you). We delve into research, statistics, and real case studies to identify common and vague red flag symptomology clinicians should be aware of to support the earlier diagnosis of head and neck cancer – and how using the right safety netting language can make all the difference.   


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In episode 9 we ask: What is the head and neck cancer risk in people who have a higher intake of caffeinated coffee? (Hint: The answer may surprise you). We delve into research, statistics, and real case studies to identify common and vague red flag symptomology clinicians should be aware of to support the earlier diagnosis of head and neck cancer – and how using the right safety netting language can make all the difference.   


You can access the guidelines and studies referenced here.  


Accessibility: Access the full episode transcript here.


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 


Produced by GatewayC, and Jo Newsholme from Rethink Audio.


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data. All featured statistics are accurate at the time of recording. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome back to GPs Talk Cancer Welcome back to GPs Talk Cancer Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:30 GMT 1:49 6655fe5cc101cc00127ba3f3 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/welcome-back-to-gps-talk-cancer 6655fe5cc101cc00127ba3f3 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 welcome-back-to-gps-talk-cancer trailer We’re back! Join Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor for Series 2 of GPs Talk Cancer. Our GP duo will be discussing different cancer sites, symptoms, and their tips to support earlier cancer detection in primary care – while welcoming leading specialist guests to share their expertise.

 

New episodes released fortnightly during summer 2024 – Subscribe now.

 

For more information about GatewayC click here.

 

GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

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]]> We’re back! Join Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor for Series 2 of GPs Talk Cancer. Our GP duo will be discussing different cancer sites, symptoms, and their tips to support earlier cancer detection in primary care – while welcoming leading specialist guests to share their expertise.

 

New episodes released fortnightly during summer 2024 – Subscribe now.

 

For more information about GatewayC click here.

 

GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Pancreatic Cancer - “Weight loss should be a warning…” Pancreatic Cancer - “Weight loss should be a warning…” Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:59 GMT 19:37 64c7837c8e16bd0011505cf8 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/pancreatic-cancer-weight-loss-should-be-a-warning 64c7837c8e16bd0011505cf8 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 pancreatic-cancer-weight-loss-should-be-a-warning full 8 In this episode, our GP hosts cover pancreatic cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations 
  • New-onset diabetes 
  • Risk factors
  • Referral 
  • NICE guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover pancreatic cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations 
  • New-onset diabetes 
  • Risk factors
  • Referral 
  • NICE guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Cervical Cancer - “I always say it looks like a doughnut…” Cervical Cancer - “I always say it looks like a doughnut…” Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:34 GMT 27:35 64c7833a6e090900119088a8 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/cervical-cancer-i-always-say-it-looks-like-a-doughnut 64c7833a6e090900119088a8 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 cervical-cancer-i-always-say-it-looks-like-a-doughnut full 7 In this episode, our GP hosts cover cervical cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations
  • Screening
  • Risk factors 
  • HPV
  • Referral
  • NICE Guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover cervical cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations
  • Screening
  • Risk factors 
  • HPV
  • Referral
  • NICE Guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Prostate Cancer - “It worries me that I couldn’t feel the prostate properly...” Prostate Cancer - “It worries me that I couldn’t feel the prostate properly...” Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:23 GMT 29:05 64c7830b8ad4d40011d2917e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/prostate-cancer-it-worries-me-that-i-couldnt-feel-the-prosta 64c7830b8ad4d40011d2917e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 prostate-cancer-it-worries-me-that-i-couldnt-feel-the-prosta full 6 In this episode, our GP hosts cover prostate cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers:


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Pitfalls of PSA testing 
  • Investigations
  • Risk factors
  • Family history 
  • Safety netting
  • NICE Guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover prostate cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts.


This episode covers:


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Pitfalls of PSA testing 
  • Investigations
  • Risk factors
  • Family history 
  • Safety netting
  • NICE Guidelines 



If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Breast Cancer & Cancer in Pregnancy - “It is safer to have chemotherapy than a glass of wine from the second trimester onwards”]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:16 GMT 35:32 64c7769e85617f00117c7b5e false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/breast-cancer-cancer-in-pregnancy-it-is-safer-to-have-chemot 64c7769e85617f00117c7b5e 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 breast-cancer-cancer-in-pregnancy-it-is-safer-to-have-chemot full 5 In this episode, our GP hosts cover breast cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This week, we welcome our first guest to the podcast - Pete Wallroth, Founder and CEO of the charity Mummy’s Star. 


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Cancer and pregnancy 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations
  • Family history 
  • Recurrence 
  • Safety netting 
  • NICE Guidelines 
  • Referral 


References:


  • Mummy’s Star charity 
  • ABCDiagnosis Ductal Breast Cancer Infographic 
  • ABCDiagnosis Lobular Breast Cancer Infographic 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover breast cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This week, we welcome our first guest to the podcast - Pete Wallroth, Founder and CEO of the charity Mummy’s Star. 


This episode covers: 


  • Statistics
  • Patient cases 
  • Cancer and pregnancy 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations
  • Family history 
  • Recurrence 
  • Safety netting 
  • NICE Guidelines 
  • Referral 


References:


  • Mummy’s Star charity 
  • ABCDiagnosis Ductal Breast Cancer Infographic 
  • ABCDiagnosis Lobular Breast Cancer Infographic 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Non-Specific Symptoms - "We’re referring thinking this patient has a 5% chance of cancer...”]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:13 GMT 26:03 64bfba0d0e1a7c0011c2ebdc false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/non-specific-symptoms-were-referring-thinking-this-patient-h 64bfba0d0e1a7c0011c2ebdc 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 non-specific-symptoms-were-referring-thinking-this-patient-h full 4 In this episode, our GP hosts cover non-specific symptoms (NSS) and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations 
  • History taking
  • GP gut instinct 
  • NICE guidelines
  • Safety netting 
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover non-specific symptoms (NSS) and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Patient cases 
  • Symptoms 
  • Investigations 
  • History taking
  • GP gut instinct 
  • NICE guidelines
  • Safety netting 
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Lower GI Cancer - "Are you passing more or less than a teaspoonful?"]]> Tue, 15 Aug 2023 14:17:35 GMT 37:38 64bfb9a98ab13d001250d4de false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/lower-gi-cancer-are-you-passing-more-of-less-than-a-teaspoon 64bfb9a98ab13d001250d4de 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 lower-gi-cancer-are-you-passing-more-of-less-than-a-teaspoon full 3 In this episode, our GP hosts cover lower gastrointestinal cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Safety netting
  • FIT and differences between screening and symptomatic tests 
  • Bowel cancer in younger patients 
  • Family history
  • NICE guidelines
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover lower gastrointestinal cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Safety netting
  • FIT and differences between screening and symptomatic tests 
  • Bowel cancer in younger patients 
  • Family history
  • NICE guidelines
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.


View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/


DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Ovarian Cancer - "It's all down to the safety-netting..."]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 14:11:36 GMT 28:20 64bfb7f81f0c500011ba7d0a false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/ovarian-cancer-its-all-down-to-the-safety-netting 64bfb7f81f0c500011ba7d0a 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 ovarian-cancer-its-all-down-to-the-safety-netting full 2 In this episode, our GP hosts cover ovarian cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Investigating bloating and abdominal pain, CA125 and other investigations
  • Family history
  • NICE guidelines
  • Safety netting
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.

 

View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this episode, our GP hosts cover ovarian cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Patient cases 
  • Investigating bloating and abdominal pain, CA125 and other investigations
  • Family history
  • NICE guidelines
  • Safety netting
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 

 

GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.

 

View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> <![CDATA[Lung Cancer - "If you've got lungs, you can get lung cancer..."]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:32 GMT 26:32 64ac283acf27900011108112 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/lung-cancer-if-youve-got-lungs-you-can-get-lung-cancer 64ac283acf27900011108112 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 lung-cancer-if-youve-got-lungs-you-can-get-lung-cancer full 1 In this first instalment, our GP hosts cover lung cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Real patient cases 
  • GP gut instinct
  • Lung cancer in never smokers 
  • The impact of negative chest x-rays 
  • High platelet levels
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.

 

View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> In this first instalment, our GP hosts cover lung cancer and share their clinical experiences to support better, faster, and more confident cancer diagnosis in primary care. 


Hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor are both practicing GPs and GP Leads for GatewayC. Dr Ellen Macpherson, a junior doctor, also joins our hosts. 


This episode covers: 

 

  • Statistics 
  • Real patient cases 
  • GP gut instinct
  • Lung cancer in never smokers 
  • The impact of negative chest x-rays 
  • High platelet levels
  • Referral 


If you loved it, you know what to do – leave us a review, a rating (hopefully 5 stars) and share. 


GPs Talk Cancer is the podcast series from GatewayC. GatewayC is the free early cancer diagnosis resource funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Visit https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/ to learn more.

 

View the full show notes for this episode at https://www.gatewayc.org.uk/podcast/

 

DISCLAIMER: We know this podcast might be of interest to anybody, however it is aimed at primary care health professionals. All patient cases are based on real stories from our clinical practice as GPs. They are fully anonymised with no identifiable patient data.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to GPs Talk Cancer Welcome to GPs Talk Cancer Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:56:50 GMT 2:10 64a2cb870b345d00118d2170 false https://shows.acast.com/gps-talk-cancer/episodes/welcometogpstalkcancer 64a2cb870b345d00118d2170 6453c16e7ef10f00113cbe76 welcometogpstalkcancer trailer Welcome to GPs Talk Cancer, the new podcast series by GatewayC. Join hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor as they share their experiences and insights to support earlier and faster cancer diagnosis in primary care. Releasing fortnightly from July 2023 – please follow and share with your friends and colleagues. For more information about GatewayC click here. 


GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> Welcome to GPs Talk Cancer, the new podcast series by GatewayC. Join hosts Dr Rebecca Leon and Dr Sarah Taylor as they share their experiences and insights to support earlier and faster cancer diagnosis in primary care. Releasing fortnightly from July 2023 – please follow and share with your friends and colleagues. For more information about GatewayC click here. 


GatewayC is funded by the NHS and is part of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. 

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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