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Pictured: Carolyne (left) and OCA Nurse (right) Carolynne’s story Carolynne found the Ovarian Cancer Australia website within a week of her diagnosis whilst searching the internet. “I was in a blur of needing to know what was going to happen to me. | rang the helpline and said, ‘this is what I've got — what do | do?’ | just needed a plan —| had no idea of how much support was going to be available. “First, they gave me the Resilience Kit — it had everything that | needed laid out from a patient perspective, easy to read and positive too. Then | started having regular calls with my support nurse, Katherine, who is amazing. We laugh, we cry and it's just a safe environment to talk about whatever. | feel like she genuinely cares about my whole well-being — yes, she answers any medical questions | have and refers me to other services, but sometimes | just needed a little bit of love down the phone, and | knew she was always there”. AN. TAKE ACTION @ Be aware of the risk factors of ovarian cancer © Purchase a teal ribbon from your local TerryWhite Chemmart © Host a Teal Tea and raise funds for OCA! © Visit ovariancancer.net.au/tealtea Donate at ovariancancer.net.au Real tallk | with rebecca Wiltshire Ladies, put yourselves first It's so easy to become overwhelmed by life admin, especially when work deadlines, children’s needs, family logistics and social commitments compete for attention. Society has taught us to care for others above ourselves — but when it comes to health, there are no prizes for martyrs. Not all health concerns have clear symptoms — so it pays to make a habit of regular check-ups. Here are six key health checks to complete. Ask your GP or Pharmacist for assistance — and be well! ¥ Ovarian cancer risk — because there isn’t a screening test it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and if these occur, to understand when they are unusual, troublesome or persistent for you. Keeping a symptom diary can help. ¥ Cervical screening test — these screen for abnormal cells in the cervix with the potential to lead to cervical cancer when left untreated. Have one every five years with your GP, unless they advise otherwise. ¥ Skin check — change can be refreshing, though not on our skin. Watch for any freckles or moles which have changed and book in for regular checks with your GP or specialist skin cancer clinic (some will bulk bill). If you would like to check 1-3 concerning spots, some TerryWhite Chemmart pharmacies can send images to a skin cancer doctor for evaluation. ”¥ Breast check — it's important to know what's normal and not when it comes to your breasts. Make a monthly commitment to checking them for lumps, bumps or any changes, especially if you have a family history of breast cancer. ¥ Blood pressure and cholesterol — it's possible to feel well but have high blood pressure or cholesterol, which when unchecked, can lead to serious heart conditions. You can book a blood pressure check at your TerryWhite Chemmart. ¥ Vaccinations and boosters — it's no secret that these past few years have been an alphabet soup of different infections. Keep on top of potential illness by keeping your vaccinations up-to-date, including for COVID-19, travel and flu. You can book at your TerryWhite Chemmart. Over 50? Ask your Pharmacist about bone health and bowel cancer screening. Consult with your GP about having a mammogram. Rebecca Wiltshire Pharmacist TerryWhite Chemmart o L Doubleview, WA bttps://www health qld gowau/news-events/news/Queensland-womenshealth-age-test https://www.ovariancancernet.au
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