Τα καλύτερα Cancer Stories podcast (2024)

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Jon Organ - Laryngeal cancer survivor - @Lifeafterlary 45:51

2d ago45:51

45:51

Jon is a beacon of inspiration and he tells the story of his jounrey with Laryngeal cancer and his subsequent laryngectomy with such vigour. I personally learned a lot from Jon in this interview and have become we have become good friends since getting to know each other. His zest for life is quite addictive and the sheer amount of work he does in …

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The Holiday Card: Processing the Unexpected Loss of a Patient 20:46

10d ago20:46

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology Art of Oncology article, "The Holiday Card” by Dr. Laura Vater, who is a gastrointestinal oncologist at Indiana University Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center. The article is followed by an interview with Vater and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Dr Vater shares how she processed the unexpected loss of a patient…

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Strength She Never Knew 32:40

17d ago32:40

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Every 14 seconds, someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, making it one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers in the world, second only to lung cancer, and the leading cause of cancer-related death among women globally. And, while a cancer diagnosis can be devastating for anyone of any age or gender, one group faces a particularly unique and co…

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Debbie Donnison - In honour of 'Breast Cancer Awareness Month' 53:46

16d ago53:46

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A timely interview - published in Breast Cancer Awareness Month Debbie is living with secondary breast cancer - never having had a primary breast cancer diagnosis. It is extremely rare but it happens. This is a phenomenal interview where Debbie speaks so candidly about living with cancer and shares her story about dealing with her young son beating…

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Rain Talk: Finding Words of Comfort at the Bedside 17:29

1M ago17:29

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology Art of Oncology poem, "Rain Talk” by Dr. Karl Lorenz, who is a palliative care and primary care physician and Professor of Medicine at Stanford University. The poem is followed by an interview with Lorenz and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. TRANSCRIPT Narrator: Rain Talk, by Karl A. Lorenz, MD, MSHS Rain splat…

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Abigail Johnson: Young Mom Diagnosed with Metastatic DeNovo Breast Cancer #metastaticbreastcancer 59:04

1M ago59:04

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Abigail Johnston was diagnosed with de novo Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) in 2017 at the age of 38, while she was tandem breastfeeding her children12. “De novo” means that her cancer was metastatic from the start, without an earlier stage diagnosis2. Since her diagnosis, Abigail has become a dedicated patient advocate, focusing on support…

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025 Do CAR-T Cells Cause/Become Tumors? 21:58

1M ago21:58

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The basic answer is no. When faced with R-CHOP resistance, DLBCL patients now have the option to utilize genetically modified Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cells (CAR-T) designed to hunt tumors. This episode investigates the recent controversy into if these super-cells can transition into a villainous tumor themselves. We cover a paper by Garcia et. …

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Emma Hallam - Late effects (of cancer treatment) clinic pioneer 42:45

2M ago42:45

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This is a crucial interview to have carried out with Emma. With survivorship from cancer diagnoses being so high now - over 75%, people are living a lot longer and therefore living with the side effects or late effects of various surgeries and treatments used to beat the cancer itself. Emma's dedication to helping people who are sufferinjg is so ap…

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Day 326: It’s a Reminder I’m Alive [Dr. Tita Gray] 26:31

2M ago26:31

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Returning to life cancer-free hasn’t been easy, but Tita stays positive and isn’t letting anything take her spirit down. Her chest is healing, and she doesn’t feel like any less of a woman without breasts. Rather, it reminds her that she's alive and kicking. She continues with regular immunotherapy, and it's doing wonders. Feeling more like herself…

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Picking Up the Pieces After Childhood Cancer 25:41

1M ago25:41

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Prom. Graduation. College. These are just a few rites of passage that high school seniors everywhere look forward to. But for Auburn, a devastating turn of events tilted her entire world off its axis and put all her senior year plans on hold. At just 18 years old, she was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of blood cancer. Instead of graduatin…

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Just Humor Me: Laughter in the Cancer Clinic 31:44

2M ago31:44

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology Art of Oncology article, "Just Humor Me” by Dr. Stacey Hubay, who is a Medical Oncologist at the Grand River Regional Cancer Center. The essay is followed by an interview with Hubay and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Dr Hubay share how even though cancer isn't funny, a cancer clinic can sometimes be a surpris…

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Chris Lewis - Blood Cancer survivor and founder of the Simpal charity 41:19

2M ago41:19

41:19

Chris is an incredible guy. He tells an amazing story about his journey following a blood cancer diagnosis. Chris faced the news at one point that he may only have 6 months to live but beat the odds and is now all clear and in full health. Chris is yet another cancer survivor that has gone on to do some incredible work, helping others. Chris set up…

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Scotch and Pizza: Humanizing Care in the ICU Made All the Difference 22:47

2M ago22:47

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology article, "Scotch and Pizza” by Dr. Paul Jansson, who is an Emergency and Critical Care Physician at the Brigham and Women's Hospital. The article is followed by an interview with Jansson and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Dr Jansson share his perspective as a critical care physician and how one question can s…

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Day 233: I'm the Most Happy & the Least Happy [Dr. Tita Gray] 27:33

2M ago27:33

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When she first looked down after her double mastectomy, Tita didn’t panic. But adjusting to life without a bra has been strange. Nothing could prepare her for the emotions of losing a part of her body. But her tumor is gone, and no cancer was found before it was removed. Tita reflects that while chemo saves your life, it takes a piece of your life …

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Day 220: The Pizza and Pasta Phase [Dr. Tita Gray] 22:10

2M ago22:10

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Tita's finally starting to feel like herself again after six grueling months of chemo. With no more nausea, she can actually enjoy pizza and pasta without feeling sick. Her mastectomy is coming up soon, and her oncologist is calling for radiation. She's not exactly thrilled about it, but she’s determined to never have to deal with this cancer again…

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Three Months at a Time 30:31

2M ago30:31

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Gabriele “Gabe” Grunewald was a professional distance runner and a relentless optimist. She competed in Big Ten Championship races, became an NCAA track and field All-American athlete, and finished 4th in the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials. Such accomplishments become even more impressive when you learn that—even as she racked up accolades and wins—Gabe …

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George Light - HPV Throat cancer survivor 42:33

2M ago42:33

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George gave an incredible interview. He was so articulate of his journey and showed amazing resilience, inspitarion, vulnerability and real emotion. George was a real natural and I always say that the best interviews are the ones where i speak less and the interviewee speaks more. This epitomises that. George gave such detail about his story and is…

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Mandatum: Accompanying a Patient Until the Very End 16:43

3M ago16:43

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology poem, "Mandatum” by Dr. David Harris, who is an Associate Staff in the Department of Palliative and Supportive Care and Program Director for the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. The poem is followed by an interview with Harris and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Dr Harris share h…

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Day 178: I’ll Be Replacing My Breasts With Tattoos [Dr. Tita Gray] 33:18

3M ago33:18

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Tita's latest MRI shows her tumor is shrinking. She's planning a butterfly tattoo after her double mastectomy to symbolize her metamorphosis. She shares what keeps her strong and optimistic: a job focused on helping others and a supportive circle of friends and family. She believes the key to staying positive is surrounding yourself with people who…

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Day 117: It Is What It Is [Dr. Tita Gray] 28:36

3M ago28:36

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Tita’s white blood count drops so low she has to reduce her chemo infusions to every other week. Zarxio injections and immunotherapy help keep it in a healthy range. The new schedule extends her treatments through May, leaving her mentally drained. Always perceived as strong and optimistic, it’s tough to be in tears. Empathy from her doctor is a hu…

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Day 73: One of Those Mondays [Dr. Tita Gray] 23:18

3M ago23:18

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Feeling worse than usual and suspecting her chemo dosage might be too high, Tita asks her doctor for another mammogram and ultrasound to check visually for signs of cancer. Dismayed to find out she needs two more months of chemo than expected, she schedules an appointment with a surgeon to discuss whether a double mastectomy can remove any remainin…

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It Mattered Later: A Patient Turned Doctor's Perspective on Fertility Loss 32:36

3M ago32:36

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology essay, “It Mattered Later: A Patient Turned Doctor's Perspective on Fertility Loss” by Dr. Margaret Cupit-Link, who will be a clinical oncologist at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in St. Louis, MO. The essay is followed by an interview with Cupit-Link and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Dr Cupit-Link sha…

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Day 45: It’s Too Much [Dr. Tita Gray] 23:21

3M ago23:21

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After her second triple infusion of chemo, Tita is feeling worse than ever—no appetite, headaches, achy joints, the whole side effect shebang. The silver lining is that her oncologist can no longer find the lump. She checks herself regularly, hoping it stays gone. Emotionally drained, she cuts all her hair off herself and thinks through her reasoni…

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Day 25: Stop Asking Me How I’m Feeling [Dr. Tita Gray] 29:55

4M ago29:55

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Triple negative breast cancer means aggressive chemo, and for Tita, dealing with everyone else's worry on top of it is too much. With her first chemo session completed, she's determined not to let cancer overshadow her gratitude for the good things in her life. After her mom's death and some family issues, Tita found a lump in her breast, leading t…

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Skin Cancer 101: Spotting the Ugly Duckling 30:22

4M ago30:22

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Whether you’re relaxing on the beach, taking a hike in nature, or hitting your favorite water park, we’ve heard it time and time again: Excess sun exposure increases the risk of skin cancer, so protect your skin and apply your sunscreen. Of course, while some skin cancer risk factors are unavoidable, we all know there are proactive, preventive step…

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166. Gila Pfeffer (Breast Cancer Previvor and Survivor and Author of Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences)

4M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Gila Pfeffer. Gila is a 15-year breast cancer previvor turned survivor, a writer and author of the newly published memoir “Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences.” Gila shares her experience of losing family members to cancer including her mother who passed away from breast cancer…

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Three Days was Enough: Accepting Hospice Care 27:34

4M ago27:34

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology essay, “Three Days was Enough” by Dr. Teresa Thomas, Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing. The essay is followed by an interview with Thomas and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Having medically adjacent experience, Thomas shares her personal story of helping her family come to …

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Day 1: A Horrifying Diagnosis [Dr. Tita Gray] 37:29

4M ago37:29

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Following the loss of her mother and some traumatic family drama that came with it, Dr. Tita Gray discovered a lump in her breast. Scared but determined, she moves quickly to get a biopsy and finds out she has breast cancer. Further scans show it’s worse than initially thought, so her doctor recommends aggressive chemo ASAP. Links How Not to Die by…

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Kristen Update: I’d Prefer to Have a 2nd Type of Cancer 25:21

4M ago25:21

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The results of Kristen's PET scan showed two lymph nodes lighting up, one in the gastro-hepatic area of her abdomen and the other in the lining of her esophagus. While it could just be inflammation, Dr. Ali wants her to see a gastroenterologist but the earliest appointment is almost two months away. Puzzling through the scenarios (as if she has a c…

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Paul Burns of Thor Medical (www.thormedical.com) - Talks about PBM treatment for Cancer patients 43:32

4M ago43:32

43:32

This is a fascinating interview with Paul Burns from Thor. A company that provides PBM (photobiomodulation) kit in hospitals both private and NHS specifically for cancer patients to use and to help with side effects such as Lymphodema, Mucositus, fatigue and more. Paul talks through how the kit works and exactly how it benefits the patients and sur…

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'Patient is Otherwise Healthy': The Challenges of Cancer Survivorship 26:07

4M ago26:07

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Listen to ASCO’s JCO Oncology Practice essay, “Patient is Otherwise Healthy” by Dr. Scott Capozza, Board Certified Oncology Physical Therapist at Smilow Cancer Hospital Adult Cancer Survivorship Clinic at Yale Cancer Center. The essay is followed by an interview with Capozza and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Capozza shares his personal experience with t…

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Bringing Better Cancer Care Back Home 38:37

5M ago38:37

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For Dr. Kekoa Taparra, cancer is deeply personal. Growing up in a remote area of Oahu, Hawaii, Dr. Taparra witnessed his younger cousin’s struggles with neuroblastoma. He watched his mother lift and carry his aunt, too weak to walk because of breast cancer. He heard the sharp cries of another aunt suffering with endometrial cancer. These early expe…

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165. Deana Jean (8 Year Breast Cancer Survivor Diagnosed During Pregnancy)

5M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Deana Jean. Deana was diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer in 2016 when she was a mom of 2 boys and 5 months pregnant with her third child – her daughter, Aubrey (who is now 8!). On today’s episode, Deana talks about her initial diagnosis and how she had to advocate for herself during the time, the decisions …

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The Road Less Traveled: Perspective From an Australian Oncologist 29:40

5M ago29:40

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology essay, “The Road Less Traveled: Perspective From an Australian Oncologist” by Stephanie Hui-Su Lim, Medical Oncologist at Macarthur Cancer Therapy center in New South Wales, Australia. The essay is followed by an interview with Lim and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Lim shares her thoughts as an oncologist de…

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Joss Harding - President elect of the Mouth Cancer Foundation 47:29

5M ago47:29

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This is one of those interviews that could have just gone on and on. Joss is amazing and I for one can't wait to see where she takes The Mouth Cancer Foundation when she becomes President of what is already an amazing charity. She said it herself in the interview. No one that works for or represents the charity gets paid. Their charity does amazing…

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Kristen Update: Shouldn’t I Be in the Hospital? 30:25

5M ago30:25

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After a fiasco in Escondido involving multiplying rodents and toxic air quality, Kristen’s on the move again. The pulmonologist found ground glass lungs and an enlarged heart, then Dr. Ali found an enlarged lymph node between her liver and stomach and asked for a PET scan. With recurrence always lurking, we play the old, familiar waiting game. ====…

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David Schwarz - Mouth and Tongue Cancer Survivor 48:13

5M ago48:13

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I was so pleased that David agreed to do an interview for Heart The Roar. He is a world of inspriration. David currently helps circa 48,000 people every day via the support groups that he runs on Facebook. I can presonally vouch for the help that each member gets and gives in these groups. I have been he beneficiary on more than one occasion. David…

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Why Hasn’t Cancer Been Cured? 38:40

5M ago38:40

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Not only does cancer predate the practice of medicine, but it may also predate the human species entirely. In 2016, archeologists in South Africa unearthed a large 1.7 million years-old bone fragment, ultimately revealed to be the toe bone of an ancient but unknown species of human dating back millennia. On that piece of bone, they discovered somet…

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164. Elissa Kalver (We Got This Founder & Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver)

6M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Elissa Kalver. Elissa was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer at the age of 34 one year after giving birth to her daughter. During treatment, she had the idea to create We Got This, the first gift registry to bridge the needs of cancer patients and their supporters. Elissa calls herself a cancer thriver an…

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Melanoma Fund CEO Michelle Baker Interview - Skin Cancer -The No.1 Global cancer!! 38:15

6M ago38:15

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Michelle Baker, CEO of the Melanoma Fund has worked tirelessly to get the UK sports and outdoor sector to recognise and promote the risks of UV exposure. And it’s finally happening- watch out skin cancer… she on the rampage! This interview reveals some hugely important facts and details regarding over-exposure to the sun. We all love a tan and we a…

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Ingrid Bergson - Talks about what we options we have to manage and live with pain 49:59

6M ago49:59

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Ingrid is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. Specialising in pain management. Ingrid has by default worked with cancer patients and survivors who have had new, ongoing and debilitating pain struggles as a result of their diagnoses. Survivorship is a lifestyle that nobody chooses and it's real. With cancer survival rates being so high nowadays (in …

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Sam Vangeen (TikTok Influencer) - Her story about battling mental health and deppression 1:20:51

6M ago1:20:51

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I was so grateful to be able to Interview Sam (Diamon Art with Sam Vangeen). She has certainly had her challenges and battles with mental health issues as a result of depression and illness. Sams inspiring interview is honest and the comments and messages received afterwards and since have been incredible. 1 Person told us that their husband is see…

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163. Kelly Crump (Patient Advocate and Model Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer)

6M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Kelly Crump. Kelly is an illness influencer, patient advocate and model who is living and thriving with metastatic breast cancer. Kelly focuses on showing others that you do not have to be defined by your disease and that you can “live your life” and “do what you dream”. She was the first person to pose in Spo…

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Nick Pugh - Professional Golf Caddy. Immunotherapy patient for skin cancer 1:03:20

7M ago1:03:20

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Nick gave a phenmonal interview. Following initial surgery, he is half way through his immunotherapy treatment for skin cancer and he carries a very strong message regarding protection against UV rays for anyone who spends regular amounts of time exposed to or in direct sunlight. It turns out that simply wearing a hat to protect our heads is NOT su…

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Stopping the Stigma 35:11

7M ago35:11

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What do esophageal cancer, testicular cancer, lung cancer, cervical cancer, and colon cancer have in common? Each carries some type of stigma or taboo—whether because they’re linked to behavioral causes or because they affect portions of the anatomy traditionally deemed private. The impact of these stigmas can be detrimental: In some cases, stigmat…

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162. Jen Delvaux (Cancer Caregiver, Breast Cancer Survivor and Integrative Health Practitioner)

7M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Jen Delvaux. Jen is the host of the podcast “Not Today Cancer” and the author of “Not Today Cancer: A non-typical guide for the girl who wants to thrive, not just survive.” She is an integrative health practitioner, mother of two and a wife to her husband, Darren, who was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2009. S…

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BONUS Episode – A Conversation with Gynecologist & Menopause Expert Dr. Corinne Menn

7M ago

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This is a bonus podcast episode where I share an Instagram Live I had with Dr. Corinne Menn several weeks ago. Dr. Menn is a board certified gynecologist and a leading expert on menopause management. She herself is a breast cancer survivor and was diagnosed at the age of 28 in the middle of her OB/GYN residency and focuses on the female health conc…

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Knuckleheads: Understanding Patients Who Reject Treatment 26:34

7M ago26:34

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Listen to ASCO’s Journal of Clinical Oncology essay, “Knuckleheads” by Dr. Timothy Gilligan, Vice Chair for Education at the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute. The essay is followed by an interview with Gilligan and host Dr. Lidia Schapira. Gilligan emphasizes the importance of partnering with his patients to understand what they are going …

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Chris Todd -Leukaemia survivor, Ex Professional Footballer and Founder of Not On Your Tod 1:06:19

7M ago1:06:19

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This is a stunning interview. Chris oozes inspiration and speaks about his journey with Leukaemia with such belief that from the start he was going to beat it. After over 15 years of ongoing treatment, Chris finally got the all clear late in 2023 and dedicates an immense amount of time, energy and passion in giving back to those that need support f…

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161. Leeanna Gantt (Breast Cancer Survivor and Founder of Tooktake)

7M ago

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On today’s episode, I am speaking with Leeanna Gantt. Leeanna was diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer who turned her treatment experience into a mission to simplify medication management. During chemotherapy, she struggled to keep track of the many medications that were all in different forms and on different schedules. Realizing there was…

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