The Harris Family

The Harris Family Climb Snowdon

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The Harris Family Climb Snowdon , 25 September 2021
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We provide support & information to anyone affected by ovarian cancer

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As most of you know in july 2017 our world was turned upside down when our beloved Wife, Mom, Mother in Law and Nanny, Pat, was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer.  She is a true fighter and continues to face every challenge with determination. 

So John, Beckie, Ash and Jacob are going to climb Snowdon on Saturday 18th September. If we face our own challenge with just even 1/2 of pats determination we will smash it. 

Message from The lady herself - Pat

Ovacome campaigns to help people recognise the signs and symptoms of Ovarian Cancer, offering help and support for the many women who have been diagnosed with this dreadful disease. I have been living with Ovarian Cancer since 2017, I now take a maintenance tablet that’s helping me to live a full and happy life. My way of dealing with my illness is to have strong and positive mind with many goals ahead and looking forward to tomorrow.

Ovarian cancer can be hard to diagnose because the symptoms can be similar to more common and less serious conditions.  It can sometimes be mistaken for irritable bowel syndrome although IBS rarely occurs for the first time in those aged over 50. 

Common symptoms of Ovarian Cancer 

  • Persistent bloating of the abdomen.
  • Difficulty eating and feeling full quickly.
  • Persistent abdominal and pelvic pain.
  • Changes in urination or bowel habit.
Other symptoms can include

  • Extreme tiredness or fatigue.
  • Backache.
  • Vaginal bleeding.
  • Weight loss.
Ovacome is the national UK ovarian cancer charity focused on providing support to anyone affected by ovarian cancer. This includes people who have either been diagnosed with the disease or think that they might be at risk, as well as their friends and family and healthcare professionals.

Ovacome offer the following services

  • a telephone support line
  • a 24 hour online forum
  • regional support and information events
  • an online programme of support groups and webinars
  • email support and an instant chat service
  • leaflets, resources and a newsletter, all packed with information that people with ovarian cancer need.
Ovacome are not a campaign group or a research charity; they maintain a clear focus on support. Whether you would like to speak to them anonymously or face to face, they are here to support you in your times of need and are committed to doing so in as many ways as possible.

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Ovacome

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Ovacome is the national UK ovarian cancer charity focused on providing support to anyone affected by ovarian cancer. We are a strong community working together with the aim of reducing isolation, sharing information, promoting knowledge and supporting anyone affected by the disease.

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