The words every doctor wants to be able to give their patient. So much so that a group of talented gynaecological cancer surgeons, spread throughout the US, named their band N.E.D. (warning music starts on page load).
The group of six are raising money and awareness about women’s cancer issues. It seems a bit unfair that so much talent is possessed by six individuals but I can forgive them as long as they continue saving lives.

September is Gynaecologic Cancer Awareness Month and N.E.D. have timed the release of their CD to coincide. The music is rocky and folky, influenced by U2, Foo Fighters, Rush, and Weezer. The doctors of N.E.D. believe that music heals, that it can help with the pain of chemotherapy, and even if that all seems a bit woo woo to you there is no denying that what they’re doing is great. If it helps women get educated about their health risks it’s worth it.

Please look after yourself, and get regular pap smears. They’re uncomfortable but over quickly and early detection of abnormal cells may mean you never get cancer. I know at least two women (my mum and sorta sister in law) who have had cells removed at an early stage and I hate to think what would have happened if the cells weren’t discovered during a check up.

For your listening pleasure I’ve included a widget with N.E.D.’s songs. Have a listen and if you like what you hear you can buy the CD or donate (Amazon|iTunes), it was released today and all proceeds go to the N.E.D. Fund at the Gynaecologic Cancer Foundation. My favourite tracks are She Sings and False Pretenses.