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Breast Cancer Uncovered

Amy Dowden and Naren Basu

Health & Fitness

Frequency: 1 episode/2d. Total Eps: 12

When professional dancer and Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden MBE was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 32, her world changed overnight. It was a devastating blow with a huge impact on her personal and professional life. In this podcast series, Amy aims to raise awareness about breast cancer. She’s joined by Naren Basu, the breast cancer surgeon who helped her on the road to recovery. Together they talk to experts, campaigners and those who have lived with the disease to explore breast cancer from all angles.

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The Impact of Ethnicity on Breast Cancer

Season 1 · Episode 5

Thursday, September 25, 2025 • Duration 39:32

Amy and Naren hear three perspectives on how ethnicity can affect breast cancer diagnosis and the need for greater community awareness, cultural sensitivity, and equitable care for all.

Journalist Satnam Rana-Grindley caught her breast cancer at a very early stage, but says cancer is a taboo subject for many in South Asian communities. Meanwhile, consultant medical oncologist, Dr Olubokola Ayodele, says black women are "four times likely to die from the disease" due to late presentation and aggressive subtypes like triple-negative cancer. She highlights systemic bias and the need for inclusive screening programmes.

Helena Boyce runs Youbuntu, which delivers workshops on diversity and inclusion. She talks to Amy and Naren about her three cancer diagnoses and the discrimination she faced within the health system as a black woman, including being offered a "pink prosthesis" after a mastectomy.

01:09 Introduction to Satnam Rana-Grindley

01:31 The importance of self-examination

04:51 Cultural taboos and family reactions

06:39 Improving breast cancer awareness in South Asian communities

10:22 Health disparities in black and minority ethnic communities

21:19 Challenges in clinical trials and treatment acceptance

28:43 Helena Boyce on her multiple cancer diagnoses

32:47 Helena Boyce on discrimination and advocacy

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Understanding Breast Reconstruction

Season 1 · Episode 4

Wednesday, September 24, 2025 • Duration 27:55

Amy and Naren are joined by oncoplastic surgeon Miss Georgette Oni to talk about the various types of breast reconstruction options available. They talk about the collaborative nature of breast surgery, and the importance of managing patient expectations.

Amy shares her initial desire for a double mastectomy, explaining, "I just wanted to be done with it there and then", and her satisfaction with her implant she eventually had.

Louise Grimsdell is a Senior Clinical Nurse at charity, Breast Cancer Now adds insight into patient support and the importance of proper information for making informed decisions.

01:16 Understanding oncoplastic surgery

02:42 Types of breast reconstruction surgeries

04:08 Patient considerations and expectations

07:13 Challenges and emotional aspects

11:41 Advancements in breast reconstruction

14:45: Discussion of the impact of reconstruction on sensation and relationships.

16:00: Advice to see a surgeon's work and challenges of rapid decision-making.

18:00: Information on Breast Cancer Now's "Someone Like Me" peer support service.

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Wellbeing and Lifestyle in Breast Cancer

Season 1 · Episode 3

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 • Duration 34:16

Amy and Naren hear how wellbeing and lifestyle changes that can support breast cancer treatment.

Dietician Professor Michelle Harvie talks about diet myths and the benefits of adjusting your lifestyle. Amy shares her own experience of being overwhelmed by conflicting social media advice during her treatment.

Amy also talks about how resources from youth-focussed CoppaFeel! enabled her to find her lump. Emma Walker from the charity is here to talk about their mission to empower young people on self-awareness and early detection.

This episode also explores breast cancer care within the transgender community, with Dr. Alison Burner, who talks about the importance of obtaining accurate incidence data, systemic biases in screening programmes, and prevalent medical mistrust.

01:58 Exploring lifestyle changes with Professor Michelle Harvie

03:04 Emma Walker from CoppaFeel! raising awareness

05:40 Debunking myths: dairy, sugar, and alcohol

10:41 The Mediterranean Diet and healthy eating

14:45 The impact of CoppaFeel! on Amy's journey

19:22 Dr. Alison Burner on transgender cancer care

21:13 Challenges and opportunities in transgender breast cancer screening

24:04 Hormone therapy and breast cancer risk

28:29 The UK cancer transition service model

31:18 Ensuring inclusive inpatient care

32:45 Resources and support for transgender patients

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Young Women and Breast Cancer

Season 1 · Episode 2

Thursday, September 18, 2025 • Duration 28:46

Oncologist Dr. Sacha Howell talks to Amy and Naren about the impact of receiving a breast cancer diagnosis at a younger age. They explore the aggressive nature of the disease in young women, the limitations of current screening methods, and the benefits and risks of preventative surgeries versus medications.

Louise Yafai’s mother died of breast cancer, prompting her to do a genetic test. She tells Amy and Naren how a preventative double mastectomy reduced her chances of a breast cancer diagnosis significantly, and about the peace of mind that this has brought her.

In the episode, we also hear about fertility and cancer and how Amy responded well to fertility treatment ahead of her chemotherapy, allowing her to potentially start a family in the future.

01:16 Challenges of breast cancer in young women

01:34 Introduction to Dr. Sacha Howell

02:08 Breast cancer screening and risk factors

06:35 BCAN Ray study and initial findings

08:17 Fertility and treatment considerations

12:21 Louise Yafai’s preventative surgery experience

14:43 The impact of the BRCA 1 and BRCA 2 genes

24:57 The Angelina Jolie effect on screening

26:14 Future of breast cancer screening

28:24 Conclusion and resources

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Breast Cancer and Genetics

Season 1 · Episode 1

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 • Duration 30:22

Clinical geneticist Professor Julian Barwell joins Amy and Naren to discuss the role of genetics in breast cancer. We learn about high-risk genes such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, the importance of knowing family history, and the misconceptions surrounding genetic inheritance.

Amy and Naren also speak to Jagdish Baines, a two-time breast cancer survivor, about the emotional and physical impacts of the diagnosis on her family. Jag now advocates for self-checking and early detection and highlights the importance of asking questions to help gain understanding and a sense of control in managing breast cancer risk.

02:01 Genetics and breast cancer risk

03:54 Family history and genetic testing

05:44 The importance of genetic awareness

06:56 Men and breast cancer

08:21 Personalised treatment and risk screening

09:40 Amy's genetic testing experience

10:04 The complexity of cancer genetics

11:42 Educational outreach and awareness

15:38 Introduction to Jag Baines

26:23 Future of genetic testing

29:22 Final thoughts and support resources

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Breast Cancer Uncovered - Amy Dowden’s Story

Season 1

Monday, September 15, 2025 • Duration 13:52

As an introduction to the series, Amy sits down with Naren to share her story following a breast cancer diagnosis at 32. She discusses her initial shock and how self-checking saved her life. We also hear the profound loss of control she felt post-diagnosis and the unexpected "hard slog" of recovery.

Amy and Naren talk about navigating the different types of breast cancer and the terminology involved, and maintaining control through treatment choices.

We also hear about Amy's driving mission for the series: "to do all I possibly can to raise awareness, break the stigma, and to learn as much as I possibly can about this awful disease".

01:02 The importance of awareness

01:54 Understanding breast cancer types

05:12 The emotional journey

06:47 Life after diagnosis

09:43 The role of healthcare professionals

12:25 Mission to raise awareness

13:06 Conclusion and future goals

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