Everything Cancer: the empowering extra-large suitcase of the cancer journey

Jun 11 2024
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Dive into compelling survivor stories and discover strategies for effective self-advocacy and rekindling intimacy. Get behind-the-scenes insights into cancer care and hear directly from providers about the latest in cancer care, symptom management, and survivorship. Learn how different support organizations offer real help.  We talk about Everything Cancer: the empowering extra-large suitcase of the cancer journey.

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"Showing Up: Perspectives on Cancer" Host Tim Sohn talks about why it is so important that survivors know they are not alone

Jun 11 2024 51 mins  
Tim Sohn, a CML cancer survivor, hosts and produces the weekly live-stream show, “Showing Up: Perspectives on Cancer”. Tim and his survivor guests prove how valuable the shared experience can be. Jill and Tim discuss the challenges of engaging in life with an “invisible illness”.Today, Tim joins the podcast and shows us his gift of making us feel like we are talking at his

A Clinical Oncology Pharmacist Has Your Back: discover their superpowers in this episode

Jun 06 2024 52 mins  
A clinical oncology pharmacist has your back! They can help ensure you understand your treatment and how to manage its side effects.They are experts in how your treatment interacts with other medications and supplements you take.In this episode of Everything Cancer, we dive into the pivotal role of a clinical oncology pharmacist with our guest, Mark Wagner. Through Mark's insights,

Fierce Advocacy for Those Who Live with Lymphedema: A woman’s 13-year battle to get the Lymphedema Treatment Act passed in the US

May 28 2024 42 mins  
Heather worked relentlessly to improve accessibility to and coverage of Lymphedema Treatment vastly!In this compelling episode of Everything Cancer, we sit down with Heather Ferguson, founder and executive director of the Lymphedema Advocacy Group, recently known as Lymphedema Treatment Act.org. Find out how Heather’s 13-year odyssey at the level of national legislature enabled h

Part 2, Dr. Alique Topalian, PhD: Legislative and Academic Warrior for All Cancer Survivors, Pediatric and AYA Cancer Survivor and Thriver

May 23 2024 37 mins  
Episode Description:In the second part of our interview with Dr. Alique Topalian, PhD in Health Promotion Education, we continue to explore her remarkable journey as both a pediatric and young adult cancer survivor. Dr. Topalian delves deeper into her advocacy work, fighting for legislative changes to support all cancer survivors. Dr. Topalian is a relentless advocate, from working

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May 21 2024 38 mins  
Episode Description:In this first part of our interview with Dr. Alique Topalian, we explore her incredible journey as both a pediatric and young adult cancer survivor. Dr. Topalian shares her experiences with self-advocacy, the challenges of finding a bone marrow match, and her involvement in bio-marker insurance coverage legislation. She discusses her shift from psychiatry to Hea

“Chemo Brain” is for Real, and There is Real Help - A Discussion on Chemotherapy-Induced Cognitive Impairment

May 21 2024 37 mins  
Today, Jill is joined by Doreen Bridgman and Marilyn Abrahamson, the brilliant and compassionate minds behind Brain Thrive—Brain Health Coaching. These experienced speech-language pathologists dive into the realities of "Chemo Brain," a common yet often misunderstood side effect of chemotherapy. If you find mind fatigue, fogginess, and forgetfulness frustrating and disruptive of

Young Adult Hodgkin lymphoma survivor with fresh perspectives on maintaining good mental health during the good, the bad, and the ugly.

May 09 2024 39 mins  
Ford Fischer, also known as the Grammar Slammer, joins us to discuss his transformative journey as a cancer survivor. Marking five years since his diagnosis and three years of remission, Ford offers a fresh perspective on life, maturity, and the importance of asking questions, community, and practicing diligent self-care during and after treatment. In this candid discussion, Ford s

Reclaim control and regain quality of life, intimacy, and continence with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy

May 07 2024 35 mins  
Join us on this episode, where Dr. Rachel McCall, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and pelvic floor physical therapist, discusses how this specialized therapy can alleviate conditions that greatly affect quality of life. Rachael discusses tackling vaginal stenosis, erectile dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain, and both bowel and urinary incontinence, leading to improved quality of life, w

Unlocking the Restorative, Healing Power of Sleep on the Cancer Journey

May 01 2024 7 mins  
Jill covers the critical role of sleep in the healing and restoration of mind and body on the cancer journey.What you'll learn:Discover how sleep aids in combating fatigue, alleviating stress and reducing chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment.Jill shares practical tips to improve your sleep quality including establishing A consistent bedtime routine and creating a comfortable s

Mike Herman: Beating the Odds Against Cancer, Inspiring the Future

Apr 30 2024 61 mins  
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