Dani Binnington - Podcast Details

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The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 107 - Warriors on the Mat - Finding Strength and Healing Through Yoga After CancerEmpowering you to transform your life. Did you know that there are 34 randomised control trials (the golden standard of trials!) to show the incredible health benefits that yoga has for cancer survivors? Research tells us that the impact of yoga on the quality of life for cancer survivors ranged from moderate to high! That’s a lot more than many medications you might have prescribed to you!I am joined by the pioneer for teaching yoga to those affected by cancer and that is Vicky Fox.You can join Vicky’s weekly online class...2024-06-1245 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 102 - The Sexual Health Chat You Need to HearIn this episode, Andrea Martin, a women’s health nurse practitioner helps us to take the sexual health chat to the next level.Why you really need to know about clitoral adhesions, these are like scar tissue that forms around the clitoris. Our host Dani had never heard of this before and we have spoken a lot about sexual health on our episodes here!We also talk about medical options to help with low libido. YES they exist! We had no idea! Options available like Flibanserin (Addyi), Bremelanotide (Vyleesi), Testosterone and even trying erectile dys...2024-05-0841 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 101 - Is Collagen Safe After Cancer?A huge thank you to our partners Oxford Hormone Clinic for helping us get this episode out to all of you! Their support means so much to us. All their details are in the show notes below. Ever wondered if collagen is safe for you? There is a lot of talk about collagen out there and some people say it really helps them with their skin, joints and even energy levels. And then we hear stories of concern as collagen has been linked to cancer. In today’s episode, I am joined by Dr. N...2024-05-0127 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEpisode 100! Celebrating Milestones with Our Inspiring CommunityEpisode 100 is a special celebration, and this time, it's all about you! We're flipping the script, as Dani takes a turn in the hot seat and gets interviewed by one of the remarkable women who work tirelessly to bring this show to you every week. Tune in for heartfelt messages from our community, candid discussions about the podcast's behind-the-scenes, and reflections on what it means for us to reach this milestone together.If you’re thinking of doing your own podcast, I’d say DO IT! You can contact Phoebe here https://winteraudio.co.uk/Down...2024-04-2443 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 99 - Our Silver Linings Beyond CancerFinding our silver linings can be tough when we are navigating menopause after cancer, and it involves acknowledging the existence of challenges or hardships while actively seeking and appreciating the positive aspects that may arise from those experiences. Today, on the show I am inviting my husband Tim to talk to us and we will remember our silver linings in all those years of navigating cancer survivorship. We had so many positive experiences happen to us because of cancer, even though both of our careers changed completely - and of course, we talk you through what happened o...2024-04-1735 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 98 - Genomic Testing for Personalised Menopause Care?What role does genomic testing play in promoting better health? While many are familiar with genetic tests like the BRCA mutation test, there's a growing trend towards testing for overall health improvement and personalisation of care. However, the question arises: is this approach advisable?Online services now offer tests where individuals swab the inside of their cheeks, but what happens next with the results? The surge in glucose testing is notable, but discussions increasingly focus on personalised genetic tests such as genomic testing. These tests provide insights into how our biology functions and how we can leverage...2024-04-1040 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 97 - Doing it Your way: Testosterone After 2 x Breast CancerWe're thrilled to have Ursula join us to share her remarkable story. In our conversation, we delve into topics like peri-menopause, cancer, and the use of testosterone-only therapy for individuals with oestrogen-positive cancer.Each of us embarks on a unique journey, especially in post-treatment and menopausal survivorship care, where experiences vary despite similar diagnoses and treatments. Our follow-up care, access to healthcare professionals, worries, and desires differ, shaping individual pathways.The question arises: do you trust your instincts? Do you pursue what feels right for you?Please note this episode does not give...2024-04-0336 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 96 - Why Lube Alone is Not Enough! Sexual health After CancerSexual health after a cancer diagnosis is complex and it’s not enough to purely address our physical symptoms. The brilliant medical oncologist Dr. Laila Agrawal from the US, joins us for this episode where we embark on understanding the complexity of emotional, physical and social changes that affect our sex lives.And of course, we talk about what your options are and why we need to create the book club we never knew we needed! We talk: Zero libidoBody confidenceHow to treat symptomsVagi...2024-03-271h 00

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 95 - Beyond the Mind: Healing with HypnotherapyDo you also have that picture in your mind that hypnotherapy is people behaving like chickens? Yep! Me too! So, I want to find out how hypnotherapy can benefit a cancer survivor's life when menopause has added a layer of insult to your experience.I am delighted to welcome Debbie Pugh onto the show. Debbie is a hypnotherapist and master coach and has much wisdom and healing to offer. This episode talks about the benefits of hypnotherapy but also addresses healing as a non-linear process.Debbie works at a cancer charity in...2024-03-2046 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 94 - Strong Foundations: The Power of Your Pelvic Floor HealthIn today’s episode our guest Sarah Marsh, expert women’s health physio for cancer patients, is telling us her number 1 top tip in how you can support your pelvic health and pelvic floor. And NO - it’s not all squeeze squeeze squeeze!Sarah tells us about the important role a women’s health therapist plays in assessing and treating conditions related to the pelvis and pelvic floor in women. We talk about what you can do and where you can get help.This is not only an informative episode, but we al...2024-03-1343 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 93 - The Fascinating History of Women’s Hormonal HealthWe are thrilled to engage in a conversation with the remarkable breast oncologist, Dr Elizabeth Comen, hailing from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the US. Our focus is on unravelling the intricate history of women's hormones, as we embark on a journey to comprehend the missteps along the way.“The history of women’s healthcare is a story in which women themselves have too often been voiceless—a narrative instead written from the perspective of men who styled themselves as authorities on the female of the species, yet uninformed by women’s own voices, thoughts, fears, p...2024-03-0644 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 92 - Why CBT, Hypnosis and Mindfulness Work - and No, it’s Not All in Your HeadIn today's episode, our goal is to help you understand the full spectrum of treatment options available, including guideline-supported non-pharmaceutical therapies, for holistic menopause care following cancer.Dr. Shelley Latte is a faculty member of the Integrative Medicine Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC, where they research and apply evidence-based complementary treatments to support cancer patients and survivors. As the director of mind-body medicine, Shelley is interested in applications of mindfulness, hypnosis, CBT for symptom management of hot flushes, fatigue, chronic pain and insomnia. And we are going to ba...2024-02-2856 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 91 - The Truth About Weight Loss: Separating Myths from Effective StrategiesThe combination of hormonal changes, metabolic alterations, muscle loss, fatigue, emotional factors, and medication side effects can make weight loss a significant challenge for women in menopause after cancer treatment. It can feel so depressing when after everything you have been through, the weight is piling on despite your best efforts.In today’s episode, the brilliant registered dietician Nigel Denby will talk us through the truth about weight loss. We will bust some common myths and share effective strategies with you that are proven to work. For more information about Nigel and his work plea...2024-02-2147 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 90 - Are Turmeric, Ashwagandha, Red Clover and Soy Supplements Safe After CancerMost of the time when you look for information about which herbal supplements might be useful in helping with symptoms for menopause after cancer, the advice is “Caution - there might be contraindications”! Additionally, 100% of all the people who responded to our survey on social media said they were worried about contraindications and the safety of herbal supplements. In today's conversation, we want to find out what is safe and what is not safe for those affected by cancer. Turmeric, ashwagandha, red clover and soy supplements can have a positive effect but we want to know who needs...2024-02-141h 03

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 89 - Mindful Journeys: Steering Cancer to the Back Seat with Ria InglebyAre you curious about reclaiming control while navigating menopause post-cancer? Tune into this insightful conversation for guidance on getting started. Ria Ingleby is a cancer survivor and senior leadership coach, qualified holistic health coach and a trained mindfulness meditation and yoga teacher and she is here to share with us how you can start to figure out what your next steps to recovery and healing could be. Ria also shares with us what it’s like to navigate a less common cancer, womb cancer, in her early 30s and how no one in her medical team...2024-02-0752 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 88 - Mindful Sobriety: Reflecting on Your Relationship with Alcohol Beyond 'Dry January’If you want to change your drinking behaviour or not - this is a must-listen! You’ll learn a lot about yourself - for sure!Have you thought that you should drink less alcohol? Are people around you talking about doing dry January? Are you worried about the risks of alcohol and cancer? Maybe you don’t drink much but feel guilty even if you have a glass or two. And of course, the social impact is huge! It’s not easy to turn up to parties just sipping away on a bit of sparkling water - initia...2024-01-3156 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 87 - An Oncologist’s Top Tips For a Better Menopause ExperienceConsultant oncologist Dr Nabil Elmahdawi shares with us his number 1 top tip in how he thinks we could all improve our menopause experience post-cancer. We are the change makers in our menopause movement - we have to work together, doctors, patients and healthcare providers. I promise you will be able to make this a more supported, better informed and positive experience for ourselves and others. Right at the end I am sharing a poem and I want to share it with you here as well:You my friend, you are the cha...2024-01-2442 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 86 - What Does Science Say About Fasting After Cancer?There are so many conversations about the benefits of fasting - but what does that mean for someone after cancer? Is there any data to support that fasting has a benefit on someone’s overall health, menopausal symptoms or even better, cancer survival rates?In today’s episode, I speak to cancer survivor, nutritional scientist and integrative oncology practitioner Toral Shah. Toral will dive deep into the understanding of metabolic health, insulin resistance and how that links us back to fasting.Attached are the scientific papers we mentioned in the conversation and a link to Tora...2024-01-1751 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 85 - You are Powerful: Nurturing Your Physical and Mental Health - Menopause After Cancer Crash Course Part 06Your actions and your daily habits are immensely powerful. Let’s talk about avoiding triggers, getting to know ourselves a little better, and the role of diet and exercise. I am not going to tell you how and what to eat or how to move, instead, we are going to explore what new micro-changes you can make to get the benefit we seek.Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro.06:50 Identifying stress triggers and developing routines to reduce anxiety.10:10 Consistency with exercise is important for health, especially for cancer survivors.15:52 90-second Instagram reels ov...2024-01-1331 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 84 - What Else? Complementary Therapies - Menopause After Cancer Crash Course Part 05Considering complementary therapies can provide additional support and relief. Complementary therapies encompass a range of approaches such as acupuncture, yoga, herbal remedies, and mindfulness techniques, among others. These therapies aim to alleviate menopausal symptoms and improve overall well-being.For many cancer survivors, traditional medical interventions might not address all aspects of menopause-related issues. Complementary therapies offer holistic approaches that focus on managing symptoms, reducing stress, enhancing quality of life, and supporting emotional well-being during this transitional phase. Let’s dive in!How to check for contraindications:https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/diagnosis-treatment/symptom-management/in...2024-01-1213 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 83 - Your Hormonal Treatments - Menopause After Cancer Crash Course Part 04Let’s get this straight. It is important to know exactly if hormone replacement therapy is an option for you and if not, then why not. Furthermore, we need to make a clear distinction between systemic HRT and local oestrogen therapy. It is important that all cancer patients understand their options and talk to their doctors about their symptoms.Below are the links about the safety of vaginal oestrogen that you can share with your healthcare provider:Article "A systematic review of randomised clinical trials – The safety of vaginal hormones and selective eostrogen receptor modulators for...2024-01-1113 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 82 - Your Non-Hormonal Prescribable Options - Menopause After Cancer Crash Course Part 03Just because your doctor might have advised you that hormone replacement therapy might not be an option for you, this does not mean your doctor won't be able to prescribe you other medications that can help. Here is your summary of non-hormonal prescription options for managing menopause symptoms after cancer treatment which includes a variety of medications such as gabapentin, pregabalin, clonidine, oxybutynin and antidepressants like SSRIs, and SNRIs, which can help alleviate symptoms like hot flushes, mood swings, anxiety, sleep and bladder and vaginal problems. Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro.05:18 Antidepressants can he...2024-01-1014 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 81 - What’s in Your Toolkit? - Menopause After Cancer Crash Course Part 02Managing menopause after cancer needs a multi-faceted two-pronged approach. With that, I mean that most likely doing one thing alone won’t be enough and that we need to be proactive ourselves AND have the support from our medical team. I see the best results when women apply these strategies. So let’s look at who that medical team is for you, how an open mindset is going to give you the best outcome and why you really must find a community with shared experiences.Episode Highlights:00:00 Intro.05:03 Consider all options, influ...2024-01-0910 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 80 - Kickstart Your 2024 with a Menopause Masterplan - Menopause After Cancer Crash Part 01Welcome to the first episode of our menopause after cancer crash course! I want to sum up all the treatment options available to you in bite-sized videos so that they can give you an overview right at the beginning of the year. We will then invite lots of experts to help dive deeper int many of the topics - but an overview is helpful in knowing that we have many options!Before we start looking at solutions, we have to look at where we are at. What are your current symptoms? Join me for this symptom checker...2024-01-0811 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 79 - Don’t Make These 5 MistakesOver the past few years, I have worked with countless women who are also navigating menopause as a result of their cancer treatment or who have fewer treatment options for their menopausal symptoms because of the type of cancer they have had.And I’ve seen hundreds make the same mistakes over and over again. So I want to share them with you right at the start of 2024 so you don’t have to waste your precious energy!Let this episode be thought-provoking and explore what resonates for you.The top 5 mistakes people make...2024-01-0331 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 78 - Step into Your Power: Giving You Agency in Cancer and BeyondWe are thrilled to welcome back the incredible Dr. Annice Mukherjee. Our journey began with an episode featuring Annice discussing "Non-Hormonal Treatment Options" when we first launched, and now, we're eager for her to wrap up this year with us!Dr. Mukherjee, a breast cancer survivor, endocrinologist, and menopause expert shares invaluable insights and empowers us with the knowledge we need to embrace our own power and agency! Her firsthand experience and expertise remind us of our resilience.Self-care and stress management are often misconstrued as selfish acts, yet they are essential practices that nurture...2023-12-2749 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 77 - Reflecting on 2023 and Moving Forward with IntentionThis might be the most powerful practice you can do ALL year!Join me for a powerful practice, one that I have done for several years myself, to get you super clear and focused on how you want to move into the new year and also feeling full of gratitude for the year you have had (even if it was a tough one!).You will need a journal or notepad and pen and a quiet space in your house.I will guide you through a series of exercises and questions which will help...2023-12-2058 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 76 - A Therapy Session About Loss, New Identity and Finding MeaningTune in as we talk about loss, identity and finding meaning.In the course of my podcast and broader engagements, I’ve met numerous insightful and touching individuals. However, Stella's insights in this episode resonated deeply, stirring an unexpected shift within me. Her words seemed to reach a part of me that I hadn't anticipated, prompting a profound internal change.Stella Duffy, a psychotherapist and two-time breast cancer survivor, is not only an accomplished writer with seventeen novels and multiple plays to her credit but also a dedicated advocate for inclusion throughout the UK. Having li...2023-12-1350 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 74 - Why Would a Menopause Specialist Who Had Breast Cancer Take HRT?I am pleased to invite Dr. Corinne Menn to the show today. Dr, Menn is a certified gynaecologist, a North American Menopause Society certified menopause specialist and a breast cancer survivor herself who decided to take HRT. Dr. Menn shares her struggles of survivorship with us, talks us through her decision-making processes of over 20 years of being a cancer survivor and she tackles this controversial topic with us.We talk about: Dr. Menn’s personal journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer as a young medical student.Why tamoxifen is not a hormone blo...2023-11-291h 08

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 73 - Ever Wished HRT Was an Option For You?Have you ever thought that going onto HRT would fix all of your problems? Well, you’re not alone, today I am joined by the fabulous Helen Addis, also known as The Titty Gritty. Helen talks us through her most stubborn menopause symptoms, how she wished HRT was an option for her and how she wished a bit of brain lube would exist! Don’t ask, when you know you know ;-)Helen has enjoyed almost 20 years in the television industry and she has created the National breast cancer awareness campaign called ‘Change And Check’, which has...2023-11-2240 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 72 - How to Make Your Vaginas, Vulvas and Bladders HappyProblems with sex, vaginal pain, irritation, bladder symptoms and urinary tract infections are very common in menopause after cancer. Our guest experts today are sexual health educator and Yes ambassador Lavinia Winch who will talk us through all of our non-hormonal options, from moisturisers to lubes, to how to wash, and what ingredients to use or not to use. We are also joined by the wonderful Dr Carys Sonnenberg, a menopause specialist, who will advise on the role of vaginal oestrogen and will talk us through all the types available to us.I’m also joined by a...2023-11-151h 15

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 71 - Combat Hair Issues in Menopause After CancerHair loss after chemotherapy is to be expected. But what about when hair loss, thinning hair and scalp issues affect you years after your initial cancer diagnosis?One lady in our community said: "My hair started growing lush and thick 1-2 months after finishing chemo but now a year on from starting hormone therapy it has almost completely gone again. My scalp is visible."We are delighted to invite Eva Proudman to this workshop. Eva is a consultant trichologist, a hair and scalp specialist with over 20 years of experience and a fellow of the In...2023-11-0852 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 70 - A Myth Busting Session with an OncologistI am delighted to welcome back for a second time the fabulous Dr Eleonora Teplinsky, a board-certified medical oncologist from the US.There are many controversial topics in the cancer space and there is much confusion and as patients, we often have many questions. Many of you tell me that you’ve tried to ask your oncologist about various topics but were unsatisfied with the answers you got.Is it true that more and more young people are getting diagnosed with cancer and why is that?Who is in your cancer team?2023-11-0137 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 69 - Improve Your Immunity by Habit Stacking and So Much MoreA suppressed immune system is a common worry for many cancer survivors, especially when you throw menopause into the mix. Today’s guest will share some fantastic tips and tricks with you on boosting your immunity. But before we do so we will also talk about how you can support your detoxification process - another common worry, especially for those who had chemotherapy, general anaesthetics and other drugs. I am delighted to welcome Farzanah Nasser, a nutritional therapist onto the podcast. Farzanah helps women who struggle with auto-immune, gut and hormonal imbalances and she will explain to us...2023-10-2550 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 68 - How to Navigate Tamoxifen and Aromatase InhibitorsMany women say that being on a long-term anti-hormone treatment such as tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors is much harder than chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery altogether.So I’ve invited breast speciality oncologist Dr. Claire Macaulay from Glasgow onto the podcast to answer your questions. We’re also joined by a group of our community to join us for this recording so that they get to ask their questions whilst being on the live show!Both tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors (AIs) are hormonal therapies used in the treatment of oestrogen-positive (ER-positive) breast cancers to stop...2023-10-181h 00

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 67 - Survivor Story: Pregnancy, IVF, Surrogacy as a Single mum Post-CancerDani Binnington shares a deeply personal conversation on this week’s episode with our inspiring guest Elizabeth. Elizabeth shares her remarkable journey of how her cancer diagnosis at 30 confronted her with her desire to become a mum. Elizabeth talks us through her journey with IVF as a single mum by choice, how she coped when life gave her breast cancer for a second time around and why there are many ways of creating a family.This story is full of hope and options and Elizabeth and Dani explore the steps to surrogacy as a single mum....2023-10-1151 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 66 - Where is My Nearest Menopause Clinic?On today’s episode Dr. Lindsey Thomas, British Menopause Society Specialist and GP is helping us understand “Where is my nearest menopause clinic?”.Each week I get emails from women who say they have had absolutely no help in managing their menopausal symptoms after their cancer diagnosis. Many echo what I have been experiencing myself - and that is total confusion of what’s what?If you’re in the UK and you are wondering who can help you manage your menopausal symptoms after your cancer diagnosis, then this episode is for you.What can your G...2023-10-0455 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 65 - Why Gut Health Matters in Menopause After CancerOn today’s episode, we’re discussing why gut health matters after cancer.Everyone seems to be talking about gut health but I want to understand the role of it for when you are in menopause, specifically after cancer. - How do I know I have a healthy gut? - Does gut health affect my bone health, my sleep, my everything? - And are probiotics the answer? From a poll in our Facebook group, I know that 30% of our listeners take a probiotic supplement already and 30% want to know more to...2023-09-271h 05

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 64 - My Menopause and Cancer Story with Dawn TottyIn this week’s episode of The Menopause and Cancer podcast, Dani Binnington is joined by Dawn Totty. Dawn shares her personal experience of having to stop HRT because of her endometrial cancer diagnosis, and the unexpected life transformations that take place with a cancer diagnosis. Dawn speaks about her quest to find out her own risks vs. benefits of going back on HRT after her particular cancer diagnosis.Dawn’s story is a testament to the power of self-advocacy as a patient and the incredible advantage that has for us.For anyone who has not...2023-09-2051 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 63 - Is Vaginal Oestrogen Safe for Breast Cancer Patients?Systemic therapies to treat breast cancer can lead to a whole array of vaginal and urinary problems.This is a huge survivorship issue that affects nearly 70% of postmenopausal, breast cancer survivors and even more in younger women.These symptoms are often underdiagnosed and under-treated due to underreporting by the patients and limited awareness by professionals. Are you suffering? Confused about what is safe for you? I am delighted to welcome Dr Glynne onto the podcast today. We will be discussing: What does the term genito-urinary syndrome of m...2023-09-1336 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 62 - Can Magic Mushrooms Help You Find Peace After Cancer?On today’s episode, we are talking about the use of ‘magic mushrooms’, in the context of psychedelic therapy. Psychedelic therapy uses psychedelic plant compounds, such as LSD and psilocybin from “so-called magic mushrooms”, to de-stress, help with fear, worry, sadness and potentially improve quality of life.And we’re in for a real treat.Our guest on the show, Dr. Lauren MacDonald is not only going to talk about her professional experience as a clinical trial doctor at Imperial College London, but she is also going to tell us about the profound effect using p...2023-09-0648 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 59 - It’s a Family Affair: A conversation with my husbandToday on the podcast I am joined by my incredible husband Tim Binnington because cancer is always a family affair! As much as I want to ensure that we include women with a cancer diagnosis in the menopause conversation - I want to ensure we include everyone in the cancer conversation.My life has changed so much since my diagnosis and I have changed as a person. But Tim’s life has also changed and today we want to share a little of that with you all.After I lost my hair Tim wen...2023-08-1637 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 58 - Surprise Episode - Who Will Join Me?Eeek this is exciting (and a little nerve-wracking!)I’m opening a Zoom room - the invitation to join me has gone out into the universe - and here I am sitting and waiting to see who will enter. I’ve decided to admit the first couple of people who are joining, I’m sorry for everyone else who tried!But I truly believe that sharing each other's journeys in a non-judgemental way is what makes us as a community so special. And so here I am - sharing YOU!A huge thank you to...2023-08-0956 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 57 - You’re Unique - Our Challenges and What’s HelpedThe incredible women on the show today are like you, podcast listeners, they are also in our current Empowered Menopause after cancer program. Each one is truly amazing and they are here to share their stories with you. I am sure will feel much less alone after listening to this!- Just finished active treatment?- 10 years on and don’t know where to turn?- Just started on an AI and the pains come crashing in?- Brain fog stopped you from working?- Undecided of wha...2023-08-021h 10

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 56 - Testosterone Therapy is Not Just for Low LibidoDr Rebecca Glaser retired from breast cancer surgery and is currently involved in research on testosterone therapy by pellet implant and has evaluated and treated over 1500 breast cancer patients. Her research publications have been extensively cited (over 2400 citations) and in this episode, she explains all her findings on the use of testosterone with an aromatase inhibitor in breast cancer patients.Dr Glaser’s work is not mainstream practice but more and more women have asked us to speak about this and so we hope this episode will help you have an informed conversation with your own medical te...2023-07-2649 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 55 - Finding PurposeToday’s show is about finding purpose and meaningful ways of moving forward. So many people do amazing things after their cancer diagnosis and it can sometimes feel as if we’re not doing enough just because we don’t climb high mountains or raise thousands of pounds for charity.Well, my two guests on today’s show have gone on and done incredibly worthy things! But they are also wonderfully reflected and wise and helpful in what they are sharing. Today’s episode is filling us all with a portion of positivity. Today’s show...2023-07-1945 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 54 - Busting Cancer Diet MythsI thought it was about time to go and see how we can hack our diet to reduce our risks of cancer recurring - if there is even such a thing? And to bust some myths along the way.There is a lot of confusion about red meats still. Reduce it they say? By how much exactly?Soy?Sugar?Will anything I eat actually make a difference to my overall risk of cancer recurring?Krystle Zuniga is a US-based registered and licensed dietitian and a board-certified specialist in oncology...2023-07-1246 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 53 - No one Mentioned the MenopauseGeorgie is a body confidence influencer who shares her own experience of cancer in her early 20s very openly. And although her intense life-saving stem cell transplant left her infertile no one mentioned the menopause to her. So it’s fair to say she was very much left in the dark.Was the menopause mentioned to you by your doctors?And if so, was it the right time in your treatment?And were you aware of quite how much the menopause would impact you even years after your active treatment finished?Ge...2023-07-0553 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 52 - Exercise PositivityIn today's episode, I have two women who have gone and done fantastic things whilst moving their bodies. Yep, we talk about the benefits of exercise but what we focus on are all the trimmings that come with it, the things that are hard to be measured and why it’s ok to be last and how that can still make you feel like you’re winning and on top of the world.If you’re moving lots already or have lost your mojo completely, I hope this episode will sprinkle you with a good portion of positi...2023-06-2840 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 51 - Help - My Brain Fog Stops Me in My Tracks“Is this brain fog, is it overwhelm due to life being busy?”“Am I suffering from brain fog because of chemo or because of menopause?”“Is brain fog worse on tamoxifen?”“Haven’t been able to go back to work. My brain fog is so bad.”In today’s episode, we discuss all of the above and some helpful strategies with two fabulous guests. Dr LindseyThomas is one of the UK’s most knowledgable menopause specialists when it comes to cancer and menopause and she explains everything she would advise a patient in her busy...2023-06-2158 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 50 - Are You Socialised to Dislike Yourself?This is a thought provoking podcast that will have you questioning why you do what you do. Cancer treatments come with many physical changes, from the obvious hair loss to menopausal weight gain and many in between. We’ve not asked for them and often all we want is to go back to the pre-cancer versions of ourselves. But have we also been socialised as women to dislike ourselves, to dislike our bodies?And if disliking our bodies is learned behaviour, can we un-learn it?We also talk about how women are socialised to...2023-06-1446 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 49 - Help - I’m Worried I’ll Get Alzheimers“I'd like to know about reducing dementia risks when not on HRT. I’m really worried about my brain health.” This is what many women who are dealing with early onset menopause worry about especially when HRT is not an option. We have the fab Barbie Boule on the podcast today explains to us how we can reduce our risks of Alzheimer’s by over 50%. “How? What? Without HRT?” I hear you say. Get a pen pad and paper out. Although Barbie is a registered dietician we speak about so much more than food.2023-06-0755 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 48 - The Challenges of Hormone TreatmentsDr Sarah Ball and Dr Alison Macbeth discuss the challenges of endocrine treatment and the significant impact this has on the patients they see. They also answer some of our listeners' questions, such as the use of HRT with Tamoxifen and we discuss vaginal oestrogen whilst on Tamoxifen and vaginal oestrogen whilst on aromatase inhibitors.Dr Sarah Ball has a special interest in women with a past history of cancer and a history of Histamine Intolerance.Dr Alison MacBeth is a breast speciality doctor who has set up a menopause clinic within her NHS breast...2023-05-311h 04

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 47 - Who’s Got My Back?Many people say their clinical nurse specialist has helped them much more in dealing with menopausal symptoms than their doctors ever did. Sadly, many more say they were pushed back when they went and asked for help. Andrea Ward is a team leader for the breast care nurse team at York and Scarborough NHS Trust. She works in a combined role as a Macmillan Breast Care Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Nurse Practitioner and on the episode today she is helping us understand what we can expect from our specialist nurses at what point in our treatment. ...2023-05-2431 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 46 - A Revolutionary Non-Hormonal Treatment for Hot Flushes!Professor Waljit Dhillo is a Professor in Endocrinology & Metabolism at Imperial College London. He has shown for the first time that NK3R antagonists reduce menopausal symptoms by 73% in post-menopausal women with severe flushing. This is incredible! Let’s hear how this can help you.About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopause after a cancer diagnosis, and founder of the online platform Healthy Whole Me. There is lots of information out there about the menopause but hardl...2023-05-1736 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 45 - What’s it Like for a Bloke?We are often so wrapped up in our own experiences that we have little time to learn about others. Yet, it is the thinking and learning outside the box that can often help us move forward the most.Erectile dysfunction is a side effect of some treatments for prostate cancer for men. Just like we know low libido can affect women. But what are the differences between men and women? What help is available for men? And do women have the same support?This conversation is all about learning and our good friend and therapist...2023-05-1043 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 43 - Help - I Can’t Lose This Weight!Nigel Denby is a registered dietitian and author of ten successful nutrition books. He is on the podcast today to help us understand how we can tackle weight loss.Where do we even start to address this? Do we need to work with a calorie deficit or not? And how do we set realistic aims?We also talk about insulin sensitivity and the onset of IBS stye symptoms. I am amazed by the 10% statistic he tells us about! What a fab and informative chat!Join Nigel and his...2023-05-031h 00

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 43 - Yay - It’s My Birthday and Celebrating You!Today I’m celebrating my birthday and it is a great opportunity to dive a little deeper into self-celebration. Yes! You heard correctly I want to challenge you in celebrating yourself today too - because it is not bragging or showing off - it’s actually OK!Tune in for why it’s important, what it might mean for you and I will lead by example and celebrate myself openly on the podcast today!About Dani:The Menopause and Cancer Podcast is hosted by Dani Binnington, menopause guide, patients advocate for people in menopa...2023-04-2629 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 42 - Help - I Can’t Sleep!Do you wake up at 3am and can’t fall back asleep? Or do you struggle to fall asleep? Has your sleep changed since you’re on long-term cancer treatment?Our guest today is the incredible Dr Zoe Schaedel who is a sleep AND menopause expert. She has extensive experience in helping cancer patients both in the NHS and privately and she will talk to us through everything there is to know: from sleeping pills to strategies. Regardless of how long you have been sleeping poorly. Regardless of why you think you can’t sleep properl...2023-04-1947 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 41 - Why I decided to take HRT after an oestrogen driven cancerWhen Jo Woolnough asked her oncologist to discuss the use of HRT after her breast cancer diagnosis her oncologist said “No, she can’t have that conversation.” In this episode, I want to find out what Jo’s thought processes were in exploring HRT after her oestrogen driven breast cancer and I am curious to hear if Jo got her “Funny back”.The use of HRT after a cancer diagnosis is a topic that brings with it many conflicting information and opinions. It is my aim to have a non-judgemental conversation that explores one person’s thoughts and...2023-04-1237 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 40 - Rethink Your Diet with Dr. Sarah BerryIn today’s episode, I want to find out how best to eat from a researcher who has run more than 30 human nutrition studies! To my surprise, it is way more than what we put on our plates and I am blown away by some of the facts that our guest is sharing with us.Dr Sarah Berry is an associate professor at Kings College London and has run more than 30 human nutrition studies. Most notably, she's the lead nutritional scientist for PREDICT: The world's largest in-depth nutritional research program. Let’s do this. Let’s learn...2023-04-0559 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 39 - Keeley’s TransformationHealing is not linear and it takes time to digest our options and figure out what’s best to do next. Our entire life’s experiences shape our decision making process in the now and even if we know all of our options it does not mean we are ready to take action. Much talking and much ‘mulling over’ needs to happen too.I am so grateful that Keeley Farrington has offered to come onto the podcast today to speak about her journey of menopause since her surgery for ovarian cancer. Keeley came onto my Empowered...2023-03-2952 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 38 - Alcohol & MeHas anyone been told by their consultant not to drink alcohol once diagnosed with breast cancer? I have and it's hard to swallow!This was a question we had in the Facebook community and a flurry of messages followed. So I wanted to talk about my personal relationship with alcohol and how that has changed over the years.So come and join me on my thought processes and why becoming teetotal was easier for me than moderating my alcohol intake. I am embarking on my 9th year alcohol-free and am loving it still!2023-03-2231 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 37 - When the Doctor becomes the PatientIf you think an oncologist should have it all figured out then think again. Rachel Elliot has been an oncologist for decades and only once she was diagnosed with a hormone dependant breast cancer herself did she realise how under-supported women are in managing their symptoms and experiences. This is a wonderful account of a Doctor who became the patient. “It really struck home that I am not the only one struggling, not the only one feeling guilty and that I should be grateful to be alive. Not the only one feeling this little white tabl...2023-03-1557 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 36 - Myth busting with an OncologistWelcome to our myth busting session! There are many controversial topics in the cancer space. There is much confusion and as patients, we often have many questions. Many of you tell me that you’ve tried to ask your oncologist about various topics but were unsatisfied with the answers you got.Does a vegan diet help with hot flushes? How shall I eat to improve my chances of survival? Is movement medicine? And does it need to be “more is better?”Does hair dye and skin care increase the risk of c...2023-03-0832 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 35 - The Truth about TestosteroneWhat do we know about the use of testosterone therapy for a person with a history of cancer? What data is available to us and how do we use this to make decisions in a patient-doctor relationship?I discuss this with Mr. Vikram Talaulikar, associate specialist at the reproductive medicine unit and associate Professor in Women's Health at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.He has published widely in the area of reproductive medicine and explains to us what we know and what we don’t know and how he handles this in his da...2023-03-0145 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 34 - Sex, Drugs and How We RollToday we are joined by Dr Angela Wright, a BMS Advanced Menopause Specialist & Menopause Trainer who is particularly interested in improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms in women who have undergone cancer treatment.Angela talks about addressing the patient as a whole body, in a holistic way, incorporating mental and emotional health into a person’s physical healing and recovery. As a Fellow of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (FECSM), Angela is at the forefront of treatment options and talks about a new drug, currently not readily available everywhere but through some specialist doctors. It...2023-02-2248 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 33 - This is My TruthToday’s episode is a little different - I want to share my truth with you and be as open as I can be with my experiences of life over the last two months.Because healing is not linear.Because my trust in my own body is so fragile at times.Because I want to stay true to my values and one of them is being honest.Because I am 10 years on from my initial diagnosis! YAY! I am so very lucky :-)What a ride it has been....2023-02-1519 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 32 - Bowel Cancer and the Effects of Histamine IntoleranceHistamine Intolerance is one of the much lesser-known symptoms of menopause and I am delighted to welcome Dr Anisha Patel onto this week's episode. Anita has been diagnosed with bowel cancer herself and shares not only her personal story but also many nuggets from her professional experience as a GP with a special interest in women’s health.A key takeaway for me from speaking to Anisha was that all things take time. Time to unfold and understand.So, if you are feeling a little frustrated that you might not have found solutions or help in...2023-02-0846 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 31 - What Cancer Took from Us & Hot FlushesIn a recent poll in my private Facebook group, I asked our members to tick all the symptoms they associate with being in menopause after cancer. I plan to address these one by one over the next few months with all my amazing experts on the podcast.Today, I am joined by Dr. Phillippa Kaye, who is a London based GP with over a decade of experience. Together we will explore what came out at the very top of the poll: HOT FLUSHES + BRAIN FOGPhilippa has a special interest and further training in women’s h...2023-02-0155 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 30 - Rethinking Tamoxifen & Aromatase InhibitorsBoth tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors (AIs) are hormonal therapies used in the treatment of oestrogen-positive (ER-positive) breast cancers to stop tumour growth and recurrence and to treat cancer that has come back after initial treatment or that has spread to other parts of the body.These treatments come with the benefits of reducing the risks of cancer recurrence and they also come with a host of unwanted side effects. Many women say that being on a long-term anti-hormone treatment is much harder to navigate than chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery altogether.In today’s epis...2023-01-2541 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 29 - Integrative Cancer Care - what else can I do?Do we need a supplement? Do they even work?How should we eat in menopause after cancer? How to move?Anti-Inflammatory diets? What does that actually mean?Genomic Testing, Thermography…All these above questions come into my inbox every week and I can’t help but think that so many of us cancer survivors are dabbling at integrating methods into our lives - but from personal experience, I know we don’t always know what we are doing. We don’t have a grand plan. I’m super excited to welcome t...2023-01-181h 08

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 28 - Breathing to ThriveI met Sophie Trew years ago when she was organising Trewfields, a holistic well-being festival for cancer folk. It was wonderful. Today she is a breath work coach and leads specific breath sessions for people affected by cancer.Just like so many of my guests, Sophie has an incredible story to tell. Her cancer diagnosis came in her early 20’s and today talking to her I want to find what happened and how she healed since then and how breathing helped her find a place of balance.We talk about January, finding new healing modalities th...2023-01-1158 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 27 - My 5 Top Tips for a Clear Start into 2023!Welcome to 2023!Before I bring you lots of great experts again this year before we dive deep into the nitty-gritty of how to manage menopause after cancer… I wanted to welcome you to the new year with my 5 top tips that are relevant to anyone. Regardless of your cancer, how and why you are in menopause, you are welcome here and I hope you find my tips a useful guide for a clear and positive start to 2023!With all my love,Dani xHere are the highlights:(07:25) Start to sa...2023-01-0428 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 26 - Intention Setting WorkshopThis might be the most powerful practice you can do ALL year! Do you struggle with setting clear goals for the coming year? Or perhaps you are like me and you sometimes can't remember quite how much you have achieved this year. One thing is for sure, new year’s resolutions don’t work, we all know that. But starting a new year without any thought even? That doesn’t sit so well either. Join me for a powerful practice, one that I have done for several years myself, to get you super cl...2022-12-141h 14

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 25 - Alleviate Stress: A MeditationTo say that stress ‘just isn’t good for us’ is a vast understatement.Chronic stress can lead to brain changes which can contribute to anxiety, depression and addiction.It can contribute to high blood pressure and raise the risks of heart attacks and strokes.It can contribute to weight gain and can even contribute to causing brittle bones!So before you drive yourself nuts and add more stress to your life by trying to have the best diet or lifting heavy weights, we must also address our stress levels. Because if we...2022-12-0716 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 24 - Living with Secondary Cancer with Emma CampbellIn today’s episode, I speak to Emma Campbell who has been diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2014. I am trying to find out how much the menopause was part of her conversations when she was diagnosed with cancer the first time around and how much help and support she had since going on her monthly Zodalex injections.Emma also talks about navigating cancer whilst being a single parent to 4 children and how writing helps her release some of her truth.Emma is a speaker, author and columnist and she goes under the Instagram handle @li...2022-11-3056 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 23 - What’s in My Well-Being Toolbox?I believe that we need to tap into many “well-being buckets” in order to manage our menopause after a cancer diagnosis. I doubt that just by doing one thing alone we will feel as good as we want to and also deserve to feel. It’s also not about just managing our physical symptoms because we’re 3-dimensional human beings - and I think our approach to our health needs to be 3-dimensional too. So in today’s episode, I will talk you through how my well-being buckets evolved, what’s in them and why I think we nee...2022-11-2339 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 22 - Antidepressants to Treat the Symptoms of Menopause after Cancer with Alison MacbethIn today’s episode, I want to discuss the use of antidepressants for the management of menopause symptoms once you’ve had a cancer diagnosis. I am joined by the most incredible breast doctor, Dr Alison Macbeth, who runs a busy open-access breast clinic in Glasgow.Before I invite Alison in I want to run through some examples with you that always come up in conversations with women when I run my workshops, at our Empowered Menopause programs and in our Facebook group. What applies to the management of menopause for a woman in perimenopause and n...2022-11-1635 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 21 - The Treatment Gap in Young Adults with Jemima ReynoldsIf you’re in your 20s and 30s and think that you’re somehow in menopause since your cancer diagnosis, even if you’re not quite sure, this episode is for you!I am delighted, that today on the podcast I am joined by the fantastic Jemima Reynolds. Jemima is head of health at charity Trekstock and together we have curated the UK’s first extensive menopause program for young people affected by cancer and menopause. We discuss the challenges young people face and what each young person affected can do to help themselves.“Cancer...2022-11-0932 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 020: Does Herbal Medication Work? With Melinda McDougall & Anita RalphHerbal medicine is one of the most used complementary therapy by people with cancer. Yet, I feel the majority of us don’t actually know what it really is, beyond what you can pick up in a little bottle from your local health food store - how it is used and hence it becomes an under-effective therapy.I am very grateful to be joined by Anita Ralph who is a consultant medical herbalist MSc MNIMH MCPP, and Melinda McDougall, who also holds a Master of Science degree in herbal medicine and specialises in women’s health.Bo...2022-11-0155 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 019: Exercise Can Reduce Your Risks of Recurrence by 30%! Is it True? with Sarah Newman & Professor Anna CampbellDid you know that exercise can reduce your risk of a cancer recurrence by up to 30%?! In a recent post in my Facebook group I asked my community of women how much exercise had been discussed with them by their health care professionals and what their biggest hurdles were. And we had a flurry of messages within a few minutes. Many echoing the same sentiment:- It’s been very difficult to get support advice - nothing from my healthcare team.- I’m struggling with fatigue and muscle pain, should I push throu...2022-10-2642 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 018: A Meditation for When we Feel ‘Broken Bodied’ and Want to HealThis meditation is for anyone, regardless of what has happened to you until now. Although you are in the home of The Menopause And Cancer podcast, I was told that many people listen to my meditations, even if they have not had a cancer diagnosis or are not in menopause. And that’s totally ok!You are so welcome!Many of us face ill health in so many different ways and this can be the most challenging time in our lives. We feel broken somehow, it comes with worr...2022-10-1916 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 017: Understand Your Fertility Options Post Cancer Diagnosis with Kate PleaceToday on the podcast I want to welcome Kate. Kate is a registered nurse who has spent over 13 years specialising in women’s health with extensive experience in fertility and menopause. Since our episode with the wonderful Helen Munro - Episode 7 - on her story of fertility after cancer, I have had so many questions and messages about this. So I thought it would be fab to get some signposting from an expert on this subject.For many years Kate has worked within a large IVF clinic. She completed her master's in science in Reproductive med...2022-10-1236 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 016: A 15 Minute Meditation for Self-LoveOften we arrive in menopause after a cancer diagnosis and we hardly remember who we are. We can remember who we used to be, but with altered body images, with a reality that might differ from our expectations, it can be hard to accept and love ourselves and our bodies.New scars, a body that perhaps we feel has let us down…so much to process.I hope you enjoy this short meditation for self-love. May we all experience health and well-being,Love and laughter,2022-10-0522 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 015: Working with Cancer with Barbara WilsonBeing able to work is something that most cancer survivors want to do for many reasons, not least because it provides financial independence, but mainly because it provides a sense of normality. But how do we do so in a constructive way?What are my rights?And what if menopause becomes an added problem? I am joined by Barbara Wilson, founder of Working With Cancer who explains what our rights are. What we can ask for? And who can help?This conversation is fo...2022-09-2843 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 014: A 10 Minute Meditation: Just for now… let it all beYour life is filled with too much business, too much hurry, too much stress. Just for a moment, let go of all that.This is a wonderful meditation if you’re feeling frazzled, as if life is pulling you into all sorts of directions.Sometimes it really doesn’t take much, but to give our mind a little break.You can take this mediation at any time during your week and during the day. It is short and will provide you with just enough down-time to re-energise whenever you need it.2022-09-2116 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 013: “I have no interest in sex whatsoever” Sexuality and Desire Explored with Kate MoyleManaging menopause after a cancer diagnosis brings with it a heap of physical and psychological symptoms, many of which can be discussed much more openly than others. Our sexual desires, loss of libido, difficulty becoming aroused, painful sex and so much more are often not spoken about. What is normal and what can I do if I don’t like that ‘new normal’? In this episode, we will focus less on all the things we can do to support our vaginal health, but we will explore sexual health and what desire means to us. What does sexuality mean to...2022-09-1459 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 012: Sexual Health in Menopause: How to Help Your Vagina with Sam Evans and Dr. Charlotte GoodingNow I wonder: What do you call your ‘down below’, your ‘front bottom’?I am so excited to be speaking to two fantastic ladies today: menopause specialist and GP Dr. Charlotte Gooding and Samantha Evans, co-founder of Jo Divine, an online sex toy company.We talk about vaginal health, how this can be affected in menopause after cancer and what we can do to find symptom relief.Vaginal atrophyPainful sexVaginal drynessUrinary symptomsPleasureLubes, sex toysThe lot…Sam h...2022-09-071h 02

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEp 011: How to Navigate Divorce, Cancer, Menopause & Finding New Love with Alex DarbyWhat’s it like to date and embark on new intimate relationships once our lives and bodies have been altered by cancer treatments and surgeries? Today on the podcast I am joined by Alex Darby who shares her insights (and funny stories) on how she went about all of this.Divorce or separation and being a single parent is for sure challenging enough. There are many roadmaps to navigating this and everybody will find their own way through. Throw a cancer diagnosis right into the midst of it, surgical menopause and all the stuff that comes with an...2022-08-3145 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastNavigating Tamoxifen x 3! Resilience and Trauma with Toral ShahToday on the podcast I am speaking to a brilliant guest and oh, what a story she has to tell. Toral Shah is a Nutritional Scientist, Integrative Medicine Practitioner, Health writer and Consultant, as well as the Founder of The Urban Kitchen.Toral has been diagnosed with breast cancer not just once, but three times.I’m going to try and find out from Toral how she navigated with being diagnosed three times, and also how she handled Tamoxifen on 3 separate occasions and what she can share with us.I know this is som...2022-08-2449 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastEarly Menopause Through Surgery with Dr. Hannah ShortToday on the podcast I am delighted to speak to the knowledgable Dr Hannah Short. Hannah, after suffering from debilitating pre-menstrual symptoms her whole adult life had surgical menopause, which is what I want to talk about today.A few years down the line Hannah not only shares her personal experience but also everything she has learned in her day-to-day work and she is also the co-author of The Complete Guide to POI and Early Menopause.Hannah describes how hard that journey was and how her sudden menopause was really tricky to manage. And if...2022-08-171h 13

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastPoem: Welcome to HollandToday's episode is different. I have no expert or wonderful survivor story for you - all you are getting is moi!Over the next few weeks and months, I will share with you some of the other bits and pieces that have helped me heal over the last few years.As a cancer survivor, I have found much light and hope in meditation and mindfulness. As a teacher, I share poems, readings and I have decided that I will share some of those with you on the podcast. So that together we can practice tapping...2022-08-1009 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastA Journey of Fertility with Helen MunroIn today’s episode, I am joined by Helen Munro and we speak about fertility. Helen is the most wonderful woman, we share a tear and laughter together and I am feeling very humble and grateful that Helen has offered to share her experience with me and all of you.We discuss her cancer diagnosis, treatment, what was discussed by her health care providers and how she was feeling at different stages of the years to follow.We also speak about what happened on the day when she had a full hysterectomy and her sister-in-law ga...2022-08-031h 00

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastDiet Myths and Facts with Dietician, Menopause and Cancer Expert Hilary WrightWhat’s the deal with menopause and diet after cancer? Is there a ‘best way to eat’?I’ve been looking for an expert on this for a long time and I was so thrilled that the incredibly knowledgeable Hillary Wright has agreed to speak to us.Hillary Wright is a registered and licensed dietitian with over 2 decades of experience - and now wait for it: She is a Senior Nutritionist at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, providing nutrition care for patients undergoing treatment, as well as cancer survivors AND she is an expert...2022-07-201h 08

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastMenopause and Cancer at 30. From Isolating to Showing Up On National TVIn today’s episode, I am speaking to the incredible Stacey Owen.Stacey and I met on the navigating menopause program last year which I co-curated and co-hosted with charity Trekstock. Together with a team of incredible experts and co-host Jemima Reynolds, head of health at Trekstock, we helped guide young adults in their 20s and 30s to work out a way forward, that’s right for them.Stacey’s breast cancer treatment saw her go into a medically induced early menopause, aged 30, a common but often unspoken side-effect of hormone-receptive breast cancer treatments. At first...2022-07-1354 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastWho & How & When to Ask For Help: Navigating the Medical SystemI am very excited to welcome Dr. Lindsey Thomas onto today’s episode of the podcast. Lindsey is a registered British Menopause Society Specialist, with the highest level of training. She can be found at the NHS specialist menopause clinic in Leeds and she is also a menopause specialist at Menopause Care.She has worked in a large inner city practice in Sheffield as a GP for almost 20 years, where much of her time has been spent working in women’s and sexual health. So I could not think of a better guest to help us understand:2022-07-0645 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastWanting Your Old Pre-Cancer Pre-Menopausal Self BackThis week I am joined by Carly Moosah, writer, coach and fellow breast cancer and BRCA1 survivor. And we are discussing one of the most asked questions I always get: “How do I befriend the new me? I don’t like who I’ve become. I just want my old pre-cancer, pre-menopausal self back!”Carly and I share a very similar history with cancer and we both arrived in menopause through surgery. But we have both (for now at least) decided to go down very different paths in managing our situations. The reason why I want to highligh...2022-06-2955 min

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastWhat Are My Non-Hormonal Medical Options in Menopause Treatment After Cancer?Welcome to the first episode of the Menopause and Cancer Podcast. This week I am joined by Dr Annice Mukherjee who is one of the U.K's top endocrinologists with almost 3 decades of experience in hospital medicine. From the early days, her specialism in hormones has always focussed on optimising quality of life in hormone diseases, imbalances and deficiencies. Annice is a breast cancer survivor herself and has been navigating life with an early onset menopause.In today's episode, she shares with us her personal story with a hormone receptor-positive breast cancer and how she na...2022-06-291h 05

The Menopause and Cancer PodcastComing soon: The Menopause and Cancer PodcastWelcome to the Menopause and Cancer Podcast, with me Dani Binnington. I'm inviting guest speakers and menopause experts to help us find solutions to our symptoms. We will talk about everything from mental health to physical health, sexual health, to bone health and everything in between. Nothing is off limits.Managing menopause after cancer diagnosis is certainly a different ball game. It can make you feel quite lost, not knowing what your options are or who to ask for help. Often we feel as if we're left out of the bigger menopause conversation. But I'm hoping this...2022-06-2701 min