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Samantha Sherratt, Transformation Director at the Urostomy Association. Being told that you’ve got cancer and need to have your bladder removed can be a shock, particularly if you’re recommended for prompt surgery for a urinary diversion, such as a urostomy. The best...

By Melanie Costin The European Association of Urology (EAU) Congress held in Paris was an enlightening experience. As a bladder cancer patient advocate, it was heartening to witness firsthand the leaps in research, treatments, and patient support showcased throughout...

By Johnstone Shaw Fight Bladder Cancer recently made a significant stride in its mission to raise awareness and support for bladder cancer by hosting its first-ever stand at the Royal College of GPs Conference. This event allowed us to engage with general...

Deborah Major has resigned from her role as a trustee of Fight Bladder Cancer to focus more on her health and her family. Despite stepping down, We are grateful that Deborah’s commitment to Fight Bladder Cancer and our aims remains strong, and that she will continue...

With Florence Maponga Meet Darron, who narrates his story from diagnosis to treatment and his advice to other bladder cancer patients. My name is Darron; I am 53 years old and have been a chef all my life. I have always enjoyed country pursuits – fishing, dog training...

With Florence Maponga Meet Kevin, a 58-year-old who navigated the challenges of a Bladder Cancer diagnosis in 2020. INTRODUCTION It was back in September 2022 that I first noticed that my urine was a little stained; I remember feeling puzzled and concerned, especially...

Increasing numbers of men have been seeking support through an online forum. Has the switch to online helped men open up about health? By Support Services Manager, Melanie Costin. We supported the Men’s Health campaign that launched on 13th December within The...

With Florence Maponga In this post, we feature Dawn, a 54-year-old mother of two who navigated a bladder cancer diagnosis in 2020. Introducing Dawn I am Dawn. I am 54 and a mother to a 23-year-old son, a 14-year-old daughter and a crazy 2-year Labrador who is my...

Urinal mats in public places in England will begin to carry blood in pee cancer warnings for men, as part of a major new NHS earlier diagnosis drive. The NHS and P-Wave, a leading urinal products brand, are working together to put the message “Blood in your pee?...

by Andie Miles, Bladder Cancer Patient Advocate The importance of engaging with health policy as a bladder cancer patient  On a sunny Saturday morning in November 2011, a letter was delivered that turned my world upside down. My Biopsy results concluded that recent...