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Everybody, Every Story - Cancer Awareness Podcast 1: Cervical Screening
In the first episode of the 'Everybody, Every Story' Cancer Awareness Podcast, host Kavya is joined by Dr Lucy Rushworth and seven extraordinary women - Sue, Sadia, Meena, Namrata, Linda, Melissa, and Charlotte - to explore the importance of cervical screening.
Together, they break down myths, share personal experiences, and highlight why open, honest conversations matter.
This podcast series is brought to you by South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network:
⚠️ Concerns Around Private Weight Loss Injections & Hormone Therapy ⚠️
With the rise in privately prescribed weight loss injections (such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro), it’s important to be aware of potential risks — especially when combined with hormone therapies like progesterone.
💉 GLP-1 medications, originally developed for diabetes, are now widely used for weight loss. However, when prescribed outside of NHS protocols or regular medical review, they can pose risks.
🔸 Common concerns include:
- Gastrointestinal side effects (nausea, vomiting, constipation)
- Malabsorption of medications or nutrients
- Impact on hormonal balance
- Potential interaction with HRT or progesterone
- Irregular periods or breakthrough bleeding
- Liver strain or gallbladder issues
🧠 Did you know? Rapid weight loss can affect how your body processes hormones — including progesterone — leading to unpredictable side effects.
🔍 We recommend:
✔️ Always disclosing ALL medications and supplements to your clinician
✔️ Avoiding unregulated or online-only suppliers
✔️ Seeking medical advice before starting GLP-1s privately
✔️ Regular monitoring if you're on HRT or progesterone
💬 We're seeing more patients with symptoms linked to privately prescribed weight loss injections. If you’re unsure, speak to your GP.
🚫 Your safety matters more than the scale.
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NHS and Care Volunteer Responders - ready to support
NHS Volunteer Responders are ready to support patients this winter with their Check in and Chat service. This free service provides friendly phone calls from volunteers, offering companionship and support to those who may feel isolated or in need of a little extra connection.
You can request a call either online by clicking on the link below or by phoning 0808 196 3382.
