Michelle’s friend Debs to developed pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP), a rare type of cancer also known as “jelly belly.”
Northampton woman set to take on London Marathon in memory of friends
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Articles by Media team, Pseudomyxoma Survivor
Trying for a baby led to news that saved my life
An ultrasound scan showed a build-up of fluid on her uterus, medics didn’t know what was causing it.
Brendan Hanson-Kelly, Television Executive, Dies at 54
Brendan Hanson-Kelly, aged 54, passed away on December 18, 2022, in New York City after battling with appendix cancer.
War against cancer
Interview with Dr Sugarbaker, the renowned surgical oncologist on what the future holds for treating the disease.
Hundreds of patients join walk to support GP with rare cancer
Hundreds of patients in Northumberland have come together to show support for their local GP after she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer.
How a town is repaying the GP who treated them for years after her diagnosis with appendix cancer
Georgina Morgan was diagnosed with stage four appendix cancer in August 2018. The town where she lives showed their support by taking part in a walk through Rothbury.
What is ‘jelly belly’ and are you at risk?
Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) rare form of cancer begins in the appendix and is nicknamed ‘jelly belly’ due to its symptoms.
MP backs group work on cancer
Susan met with Ilkley MP, John Grogan, to discuss the work of Pseudomyxoma Survivor and Cancer52. Based on current data, 46 percent of cancers diagnosed are rare and less common, yet they account for 54 percent of cancer deaths.
A woman who had eight organs removed is celebrating her return to health
After being rushed to the hospital with suspected appendicitis, Sandra underwent surgery. However, upon waking up from the procedure, she received the diagnosis of pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP).
Liam wanted the legal right to a dignified end
In March 2014, Liam received a diagnosis of pseudomyxoma peritonei, a type of appendix cancer that is rare.
Audrey Hepburn’s son: ‘One day we will find a cure for the cancer that killed my mother’
Our patron, Sean Hepburn Ferrer, tells how his mother had surgery but it was too late to save her.
Cancer survivor Susan Oliver beacon of hope for all sufferers
Susan Oliver was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2003 and given only 18 months to live has spoken of how she wants to give hope to others by surviving against the odds.