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Heroes Behind Headlines
Growing Up Homeless To Navy SEAL To Cancer Survivor

Heroes Behind Headlines

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 66:39


Former Navy SEAL Dash Dong Wong's journey from growing up as a street urchin in Hawaii to becoming a Navy special operations operator is a powerful testament to resilience and inner strength. Says Dash, “I grew up in paradise, but was raised in hell.” Through all the trauma he faced as a kid, including battling in a child fight club at ten years old, he learned to find hope and beauty in even the worst situations. Though he never knew his real father, he was adopted by a friend of his mother, a delivery man named Andrew Wong. Dash has faced numerous challenges throughout his life – including his career in the military, being diagnosed with cancer, and reconnecting with his adoptive father after a 37-year separation. Prepare to be inspired and learning the importance of faith and resilience in overcoming trauma and finding meaning in life's challenges.    Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Standard Deviation EP5: Damage Done

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 13:55


Episode 5 of Standard Deviation with Oliver Bogler on the Out of Patients podcast feed pulls you straight into the story of Dr Ethan Moitra, a psychologist who fights for LGBTQ mental health while the system throws every obstacle it can find at him.Ethan built a study that tracked how COVID 19 tore through an already vulnerable community. He secured an NIH grant. He built a team. He reached 180 participants. Then he opened an email on a Saturday and learned that Washington had erased his work with one sentence about taxpayer priorities. The funding vanished. The timeline collapsed. His team scattered. Participants who trusted him sat in limbo.A federal court eventually forced the government to reinstate the grant, but the damage stayed baked into the process. Ethan had to push through months of paperwork while his university kept the original deadline as if the shutdown had not happened. The system handed him a win that felt like a warning.I brought Ethan on because his story shows how politics reaches into science and punishes the people who serve communities already carrying too much trauma. His honesty lands hard because he names the fear now spreading across academia and how young scientists question whether they can afford to care about the wrong population.You will hear what this ordeal did to him, what it cost his team, and why he refuses to walk away.RELATED LINKSFaculty PageNIH Grant DetailsScientific PresentationBoston Globe CoverageFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Living Beyond 120
From Cancer Survivor to Health Innovator - Episode 313

Living Beyond 120

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 37:53


In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden interviews Vlad Vukicevic , CEO and founder of the Better & Better, who shares his remarkable journey from childhood cancer survivor to entrepreneur in the health and wellness space. The conversation explores themes of longevity, health challenges, mental health, and innovative health products, emphasizing the importance of preventive care and personal growth.   For Audience ·       Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !      Takeaways ·       Vlad's journey began with a cancer diagnosis at age five. ·       He underwent extensive treatment, including chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant. ·       The experience shaped his understanding of mortality and health. ·       Vlad's family provided crucial support during his health challenges. ·       He developed a hypochondriac tendency due to his past health issues. ·       Vlad emphasizes the importance of ongoing health monitoring. ·       He founded Better and Better to innovate in health products. ·       The company focuses on integrating health benefits into everyday routines. ·       Vlad believes in continuous improvement in health and wellness. ·       He aims to make health management easier for everyone.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Longevity and Health 01:34 Vladimir's Early Health Challenges 04:43 The Impact of Childhood Cancer 09:06 Coping with Mortality and Mental Health 13:42 Navigating Teenage Years Post-Cancer 17:16 Ongoing Health Monitoring and Preventive Care 19:59 The Evolution of Health Awareness 22:46 Entrepreneurial Journey and Health Innovations 27:24 The Future of Health Products 32:00 Conclusion and Personal Growth   To learn more about Vlad: Website: https://www.betterandbetter.com/   Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw   Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. Dr. Gladden may serve as a founder, advisor, or investor in select health, wellness, or longevity-related ventures. These may occasionally be referenced in podcast discussions when relevant to educational topics. Any such mentions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute endorsements. Medical Disclaimer The Gladden Longevity Podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services — including the giving of medical advice — and no doctor–patient relationship is formed through this podcast or its associated content. The information shared on this podcast, including opinions, research discussions, and referenced materials, is not intended to replace or serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listeners should not disregard or delay seeking medical advice for any condition they may have. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional regarding any questions or concerns about your health, medical conditions, or treatment options. Use of information from this podcast and any linked materials is at the listener's own risk. Podcast Guest Disclosures Guests on the Gladden Longevity Podcast may hold financial interests, advisory roles, or ownership stakes in companies, products, or services discussed during their appearance. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of Gladden Longevity, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden, or the production team. Sponsorships & Affiliate Disclosures To support the creation of high-quality educational content, the Gladden Longevity Podcast may include paid sponsorships or affiliate partnerships. Any such partnerships will be clearly identified during episodes or noted in the accompanying show notes. We may receive compensation through affiliate links or sponsorship agreements when products or services are mentioned on the show. However, these partnerships do not influence the opinions, recommendations, or clinical integrity of the information presented. Additional Note on Content Integrity All content is carefully curated to align with our mission of promoting science-based, ethical, and responsible approaches to health, wellness, and longevity. We strive to maintain the highest standards of transparency and educational value in all our communications.

The James Granstrom Podcast - Super Soul Model series
The Power of Communication: How Asking the Right Questions Healed my Sister's Cancer Journey

The James Granstrom Podcast - Super Soul Model series

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 45:34 Transcription Available


Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with my older sister, Cecilia Garnett, a career coach, mother of two, and stage 4 cancer survivor. Cecilia's journey from diagnosis to cancer-free  is nothing short of extraordinary. Through a combination of hope, asking the right questions, and taking control of her healing, she curated a team of experts as well combinational therapy including a functional nutritionist and oxygen therapy—empowering herself to reclaim her health. Now, as a career coach, Cecilia uses these same principles of self-advocacy, communication, and resilience to help others find their purpose and get back to work. Tune in for an inspiring story of how asking the right questions can spark hope, transform your health, and lead you to a more fulfilling career.Support the showThank you for listening

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER
Wenora Johnson: Navigating Cancer Three Times and Advocacy

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 52:37


Join host Talaya Dendy on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER for another inspiring conversation with the truly remarkable Wenora Johnson.Wenora is a three-time cancer survivor (colorectal, endometrial, and basal cell carcinoma) and a passionate patient and research advocate. In this episode, she shares her incredible, decades-long journey and how her background in the Navy instilled the grit and discipline she needed to face these health challenges.What You'll Learn:Lynch Syndrome & Genetic Testing: Wenora discusses the pivotal role that genetic testing and the discovery of Lynch syndrome played in her early detection and survival. This segment is a must-listen for anyone considering testing.The Power of Policy Change: Hear about Wenora's dedicated work in patient advocacy, including her efforts to push for policy changes that would lower the recommended age for initial colonoscopies.Self-Advocacy & Resilience: Get real-world advice on how to stand up for yourself in the healthcare system and how Wenora harnessed her inner resilience to overcome multiple diagnoses.Caregiving Insights: The conversation touches on the often-overlooked challenges and realities faced by caregivers.Whether you are a patient, a caregiver, or simply looking for a story of extraordinary determination, Wenora's insights and message of hope are invaluable. Don't miss this episode!✨Episode Highlights:02:12 Meet Wenora Johnson: A Three-Time Survivor06:22 The Impact of Lynch Syndrome on Her Journey10:08 Why Genetic Testing Is So Important16:04 Fighting for Change: Advocacy and Policy33:00 Understanding Caregiving Challenges36:19 Tips for Self-Advocacy and Building Resilience43:19 Wenora's Final Thoughts and Resources (FORCE)Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript177Resource: FORCE, https://www.facingourrisk.org/about-usInspired by Wenora's resilience? Start your journey with calm. Download your FREE Guided Meditation: "Calming Your Mind After a Cancer Diagnosis." Get inner peace now! https://www.ontheotherside.life/guidedmeditation

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
The Good Cancer Club Sucks: Chelsea J. Smith

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 45:46


Chelsea J. Smith walks into a studio and suddenly I feel like a smurf. She's six-foot-three of sharp humor, dancer's poise, and radioactive charm. A working actor and thyroid cancer survivor, Chelsea is the kind of guest who laughs while dropping truth bombs about what it means to be told you're “lucky” to have the “good cancer.” We talk about turning trauma into art, how Shakespeare saved her sanity during the pandemic, and why bartending might be the best acting class money can't buy. She drops the polite bullshit, dismantles survivor guilt with punchline precision, and reminds every listener that grace and rage can live in the same body. If you've ever been told to “walk it off” while your body betrayed you, this one hits close.RELATED LINKS• Chelsea J. Smith Website• Chelsea on Instagram• Chelsea on Backstage• Chelsea on YouTube• Cancer Hope Network• Artichokes and Grace – Book by Chelsea's motherFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arroe Collins Like It's Live
Led On A Mission To Replenish Health And Wellness In Kitchens Around The World Chef Chuck

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 23:53 Transcription Available


Chef Chuck, a 25-year rare cancer survivor turned chef, wellness expert, and microbiome enthusiast. Through his brands — Thankfully Local Private Chefs, The Resort Chef, and The Chef's Recovery — he helps clients achieve health and wellness goals through seasonal, gut-friendly food while sharing the healing power of nutrition.Interview Healing Through Food and the MicrobiomeSeasonal Eating for Long-Term HealthThe Journey from Cancer Survivor to Wellness AdvocatePractical Recipes That Nourish the Body and SoulBalancing Family, Life, and Transformational CookingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Saturday Magazine
Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Hugo Toovey, Founder of 25 STAY ALIVE

Saturday Magazine

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 14:00


Kenny and Paul talk to Hugo Toovey, Founder of 25 STAY ALIVE! Hugo Toovey is an Army Major in his early 30's and already a two-time Cancer Survivor. He's a tireless Mental Health Advocate and founder of 25 STAY ALIVE. If you didn't know Hugo, you would assume that he was your typical everyday young Australian. And yes,  from the outside, he appears to be exactly that. However, the last 10 years of his life has been everything BUT normal. He is missing a testicle, part of his reproductive system, all of his abdominal lymph nodes, his large bowel, his rectum and part of his small bowel. Not only has Hugo survived both testicular cancer and bowel cancer, but he has also had ongoing battles with his mental health. Yet despite all of this, he is more determined than ever to use what he has gone through to save lives. The post Saturday, 29th, Nov, 2025: Hugo Toovey, Founder of 25 STAY ALIVE appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER
Voices, Stories, and Support for the Cancer Community

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 13:45


Welcome to the Healing Pen and a Mic Companion Podcast! In this powerful introductory episode, join Talaya Dendy, a 14-year cancer thriver, cancer doula, and compassionate facilitator, as she unveils the vision behind The Healing Pen and a Mic.Discover the transformative power of combining journaling and storytelling (through podcasting) as a path to healing within the cancer community. Talaya sets the stage for her unique Journaling & Podcast Workshop, emphasizing the importance of emotional exploration, giving voice to your story, and finding authentic connection when navigating the uncertainties of a cancer journey, including survivorship post-treatment.This episode offers a glimpse into the workshop's impact, inviting you into the welcoming, supportive space at The Mali Center in St. Paul, MN. You'll gain insights into how this initiative helps foster emotional comfort, spiritual peace, and resilience, drawing inspiration from the brave voices of cancer survivors, patients, and caregivers.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these vital, free workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER
Donya Dawson: Survivor's Story, Journaling & Healing

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2025 12:41


Welcome back to The Healing Pen and a Mic Companion Podcast! In the second episode, Talaya Dendy sits down with Donya Dawson, a courageous cancer survivor, proud member of the Rondo community, and dedicated public servant with the State of Minnesota.Live from the Mali Center in St. Paul, Donya shares her transformative journey of healing and empowerment following her breast cancer diagnosis. Donya discusses how her experience ignited a belief in creating spaces for connection, healing, and encouragement, a value deeply embedded in her work. Tune in to hear Donya's inspiring story, learn the benefits of journaling for emotional healing, and discover the importance of support systems and resources for those navigating their own health challenges. Her work is grounded in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to reach their next level of leadership, and she embodies the value of paying it forward. whether by making connections, offering help, or asking for support because true strength is built in community. Whether you're on a healing journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers hope, inspiration, and tips on harnessing the power of words for well-being.Support Our Mission / Partner With Us:Bring Healing to Your Community: Interested in hosting The Healing Pen and a Mic workshop in your city or organization? We'd love to partner with you!Sponsor Future Workshops: Help us continue offering these much-needed, workshops to the cancer community.For partnership or sponsorship inquiries, please email us at nctpodcastfan@gmail.com.

TODAY
TODAY, Pop Culture & Lifestyle, November 27: Young Cancer Survivor's Inspiring Hobby | Steals and Deals: Something for Everyone

TODAY

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 12:22


Hear the inspiring story of a young cancer survivor who turned her setback into a meaningful hobby. Plus, kick off your holiday shopping with a Thanksgiving edition of Steals and Deals that has something for everyone.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chef AJ LIVE!
18-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor John Burke on Hope, Healing & Free Cancer Retreats by Me-One

Chef AJ LIVE!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 61:51


You can make a tax deductible donation here: https://me-onefoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/37321-keeping-life-s-scoreboard-at-cancer-zero-me-one. If every subscriber donated ONE DOLLAR you could fund this wonderful organization for an entire year! Finding Hope & Healing: The Me-One Foundation & Camp Wieser with Erica Pope & John Burke Join us for an inspiring conversation with Erica Pope, Executive Director of the Me-One Foundation, and John Burke, Camp Director of Camp Wieser. They'll share the mission of this incredible nonprofit, which provides a cost-free retreat for adult cancer patients and their families, offering a weekend filled with joy, support, and unforgettable memories. We'll explore the history of Camp Wieser and how it came to be, the Me-One Foundation's mission to ease the burden of cancer through laughter, courage, and hope, John Burke's personal cancer journey and how he became the heart of Camp Wieser as Camp Director, and how you can support and get involved to help keep Camp Wieser completely free for families facing cancer. You can watch what Camp Wieser is all about here: https://youtu.be/SFDX2UbZ6Fk?feature=shared Learn more about the Me-One Foundation and their program, Camp Wieser here: https://me-onefoundation.org/ You can donate today to help keep Camp Wieser completely free for all campers here: https://me-onefoundation.networkforgood.com/projects/37321-keeping-life-s-scoreboard-at-cancer-zero-me-one. Erica Pope, Executive Director of the Me-One Foundation, leads the all-volunteer organization dedicated to giving adult cancer patients and their families a weekend of rest, connection, and joy at Camp Wieser—all at no cost to the campers. She works to expand the foundation's reach, deepen community engagement, and inspire donors and ambassadors. Erica is an active nonprofit leader, serving on the board of the Association of Fundraising Professionals California Capital Chapter and participating in the Rocklin Leadership cohort. John Burke, Camp Wieser's longtime Camp Director, has guided the retreat for over 14 years. A cancer survivor and former three-time camper, he brings personal insight and empathy to every aspect of the experience. John's background in event planning and marketing—including seven years with Disney—supports his leadership on the Me-One board, where he represents the patient perspective. His dedication helped move the camp to its current home in the Santa Cruz Mountains, ensuring comfort, privacy, and a healing environment for families. Diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer in 2006, John attended the very first camp—an experience that brought his family hope and connection during an overwhelming time. Now preparing for his 17th camp, he remains committed to creating a space where others can find the same relief, renewal, and strength he found years ago. Please share this episode to help spread the mission of Me-One and Camp Wieser. Follow them on social media: https://www.instagram.com/meone_foundation/ https://www.facebook.com/meonefoundation

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
The Nicest Bus in Cancer: Julia Stalder

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 39:14


When Julia Stalder heard the words ductal carcinoma in situ, she was told she had the “best kind of breast cancer.” Which is like saying you got hit by the nicest bus. Julia's a lawyer turned mediator who now runs DCIS Understood, a new nonprofit born out of her own diagnosis. Instead of panicking and letting the system chew her up, she asked questions the industry would rather avoid. Why do women lose breasts for conditions that may never become invasive? Why is prostate cancer allowed patience while breast cancer gets the knife? We talked about doctors' fear of uncertainty, the epidemic of overtreatment, and what happens when you build a movement while still in the waiting room. Funny, fierce, unfiltered—this one sticks.RELATED LINKS• DCIS Understood• Stalder Mediation• Julia's story in CURE Today• PreludeDx DCISionRT feature• Julia on LinkedInFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer
Keeping Moving – Advice from a Board-Certified Oncology Physical Therapist and Testicular Cancer Survivor

Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 38:29 Transcription Available


Scott Capozza, PT, MSPT, is a board-certified physical therapist who specializes in oncology at Yale Cancer Center.More than 20 years ago, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer while in graduate school at age 22. As he explained in an article about his cancer journey, “Suddenly I had to schedule an orchiectomy, a retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, and two cycles of chemotherapy around lectures, laboratory work, and practical exams.”Scott shares his experiences with testicular cancer then and now, along with what he's doing to support cancer patients and survivors through physical therapy.  Patient advocacy: Recently, as a patient advocate and testicular cancer survivor, Scott has spoken at conferences to share his lived experiences. He explains this role in the podcast."It almost is our responsibility or our obligation to get in front of these medical providers to say, you have to listen to your patients. You have to make these shared decisions with your patient. You can't blindly take the shotgun approach, give the treatment, and be done with it. You have to factor in quality of life. You have to factor in who that person is..."Hear more from Scott Capozza about his work as an oncology-focused physical therapist, father, patient advocate, and testicular cancer survivor in this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation.  Send us a textSupport the showFind us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

Roger & JP's
Cancer Survivor Goes To All 124 Professional Sports Venues (11-25-25)

Roger & JP's "We're Not Getting Paid For This" Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 5:14


His final one coincidentally happened on this night at UBS Arena

The Guy Gordon Show
Gratitude Week with Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

The Guy Gordon Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 6:33


November 24, 2025 ~ 'JR Morning celebrates Gratitude Week by talking with Dusty Mysen, a 46-year-old Oxford Resident and Pancreatic cancer survivor, and Henry Ford Health Surgical Oncologist Dr. David Kwon about his journey towards surviving cancer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Standard Deviation EP4: The Gamble

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 11:13


Dr. Rachel Gatlin entered neuroscience with curiosity and optimism. Then came chaos. She started her PhD at the University of Utah in March 2020—right as the world shut down. Her lab barely existed. Her advisor was on leave. Her project focused on isolation stress in mice, and then every human on earth became her control group. Rachel fought through supply shortages, grant freezes, and the brutal postdoc job market that treats scientists like disposable parts. When her first offer vanished under a hiring freeze, she doubled down, rewrote her plan, and won her own NIH training grant. Her story is about survival in the most literal sense—how to keep your brain intact when the system built to train you keeps collapsing.RELATED LINKS• Dr. Rachel Gatlin on LinkedIn• Dr. Gatlin's Paper Preprint• Dr. Eric Nestler on Wikipedia• News Coverage: Class of 2025 – PhD Students Redefine PrioritiesFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ben Fordham: Highlights
‘You're a star' - Ben meets 9-year-old cancer survivor McKenzie ⭐️

Ben Fordham: Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 8:24


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Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO) Podcast
Health Outcomes in Older Childhood Cancer Survivors

Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO) Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 21:22


Guest Dr. Rusha Bhandari and host Dr. Davide Soldato discuss JCO article "Health Outcomes Beyond Age 50 Years in Survivors of Childhood Cancer: A Report From the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study, " with a particular focus on mortality data, development of secondary malignancies and the importance of education for both patients and healthcare providers regarding long-term follow-up and care. TRANSCRIPT The guest on this podcast episode has no disclosures to declare. Dr. Davide Soldato: Hello, and welcome to JCO After Hours, the podcast where we sit down with authors from some of the latest articles published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology. I am your host, Dr. Davide Soldato, Medical Oncologist at Ospedale Policlinico San Martino in Genoa, Italy. Today, we are joined by JCO author, Dr. Rusha Bhandari, a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist and Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and Population Science at City of Hope, California. Today, we will be discussing the article titled "Health Outcomes Beyond Age 50 Years in Survivors of Childhood Cancer: A Report From the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study." So, thank you for speaking with us, Dr. Bhandari. Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Thanks so much for having me. Dr. Davide Soldato: So, I just want to go straight ahead in the paper and start from the title. So, we heard that you included in this study childhood survivors of pediatric cancer that were aged 50 years or higher. So, this is a very critical life stage when we know that there are a lot of aging-related comorbidities that can happen, also in the general population but potentially specifically in childhood cancer survivors. So, first of all, I wanted to ask you, why this specific study in this very specific population? Because I think that we had already some data in younger survivors, but now we are focusing specifically on patients aged 50 or more. Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Absolutely. So, to answer that question, I'll take a little bit of a step back in terms of where we are now and where we came from in terms of treatment for childhood cancers. So, thankfully, we now have great curative therapies and survival rates for many childhood cancers, including the most common ones. But this was not necessarily the case 50 or more years ago. So, we essentially are now seeing the first generation of older survivors who are 30, 40, or more years from completion of their cancer treatment. As you pointed out, we know from younger survivors that they have a markedly higher risk of malignancies and health conditions than the general population. You don't typically expect to see things like heart disease or diabetes, for example, in a young adult. But the question that remained was what the health status and risk of these conditions are in survivors who are entering this critical age, as you mentioned, 50 or older, when you do start to see these aging-related changes in the general population. And the question is whether we're still observing increased risks related to cancer treatment that was delivered 30 or more years ago in these survivors who are now entering ages 50 and beyond. Dr. Davide Soldato: Thanks so much. You used the data from a study that is called the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study. So, just a little bit of explanation for our listeners. How is the study conducted? What type of data are you collecting? And specifically for the interest of the study that was reported in this manuscript, which outcomes were really important for you and were so evaluated in the manuscript? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Yes. So, the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study is a really excellent resource that combines information from children who were treated across North America at various different centers and sites. So it gives us a really good understanding of how different survivors are doing as they do progress through their survivorship journey. The Childhood Cancer Survivor Study includes a baseline questionnaire when participants are first eligible or first enter the study, and then includes a series of follow-up questionnaires to really understand how they're doing, like I mentioned, as they progress throughout their survivorship journey. And so for this study, we really wanted to take a global look at how these patients were doing as they entered that older age range. And so we wanted to look at outcomes ranging from mortality through the health conditions that we've seen from other survivorship studies, including subsequent malignant neoplasms, other health conditions, I mentioned earlier heart disease and other comorbidities we know survivors can be at increased risk for, and also things like frailty, which we know is, you know, the most widely recognized phenotype of aging. And we see that earlier on in our younger survivors. We want to see how this translated to these older survivors and then also other health outcomes like their health status. What is their self-report of their physical health, their mental health? Things like that. So we wanted a very comprehensive understanding of their health. Dr. Davide Soldato: This is a very comprehensive study. Right now it includes more than 30,000 patients that have been treated for childhood cancer, but specifically looking at the question of survivors aged 50 years or higher, you included more than 7,000 patients inside of this study. So, looking at the first outcome that you mentioned, which I think it's also one of the most important, you look specifically at mortality, and in this specific population, you saw a striking three-fold increase in mortality when comparing these survivors with the general population. I just wanted to dive in this result and ask you: What do you see as the main driver for this excess mortality in this population of survivors? And as you were mentioning, the study also collects information about the treatment received. So, was there any association with a specific kind of treatment that was received for curing these childhood cancers? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: I agree. I would say it's striking to see that mortality risk among the survivors relative to the general population. And we do know, again from prior studies, that survivors of childhood cancer do have an increased risk of mortality compared to the general population, but I think looking at those curves of the cumulative mortality risk was really quite striking as they diverge, and that's, you know, just so long past their initial diagnosis and treatment. We know that subsequent malignant neoplasms or secondary cancers are a really an important contributor to mortality among survivors. And I think it was important to note that even in these older survivors, it's still such an important contributor to mortality, and I think this really highlights the need for us to better understand what is driving specific secondary cancers and what are the differences in the biology and treatment approaches for some of these cancers? And how might that then be contributing to the mortality risk? Dr. Davide Soldato: Related to the treatment mortalities - because I think that one of the main forces of the study, as it is conducted, is that it contains a lot of information regarding radiotherapy, allogeneic transplant, surgery, type of chemotherapy received by these survivors - so, are we able right now with the data that we have to pinpoint which of these treatments can potentially lead to such increased risk of mortality? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: So, we weren't able to look at the comprehensive treatment exposures and mortality risk for this paper. So that might be one of the questions I would put on the side. We were able to look at that in relation to subsequent malignant neoplasms and health conditions though, as you mentioned. Dr. Davide Soldato: Another thing that I think is very important is that you were able to look at specific causes for mortality. So for example, you mentioned the increased rate of neoplasm in this population and specifically, more or less 7.6% of the patients that were included in the study developed another neoplasm after the ones they were cured for in the childhood period. So, you saw a wide range of cancer, for example, bone and soft tissue sarcomas, breast cancer, genitourinary cancer. And as you were mentioning, there were some associations for treatment modalities that were associated with a higher risk of developing this type of cancer. Can you expand a little bit on this? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Absolutely. And so the key part here was that we really looked at any of these outcomes that occurred beyond age 50. What we found was there is still an increased risk of secondary cancers beyond that initial childhood cancer diagnosis, but when we really looked at that data, it was specifically among survivors who had a history of receiving radiation. And we did not necessarily see an association between different chemotherapy exposures and secondary cancers. And I think this speaks to what we're now learning in terms of the very long-term effects of radiation and how that impacts ongoing health risk even in patients who are 30 or more years out from their treatment. And I think it really highlights the importance of these- the efforts that have been made in the more recent decades to really try and reduce or eliminate radiation where possible, you know, as we've come to understand more about these long-term effects from it. Dr. Davide Soldato: A clear association with radiation therapy but no association when we look at specific types of chemotherapy that were used for curing this childhood cancer. Another thing that I think it's very interesting and you briefly mentioned before is that potentially when we look at these secondary malignant neoplasm that develop in this situation, we might also see some outcomes that are not comparable to the one of the general population, meaning that we managed to cure less this type of cancer when they develop in these childhood survivors. So, I just wanted to understand if you could provide us with a little bit of perspective also from a clinical standpoint being a pediatric hematologist-oncologist as to why this might be happening and how can we potentially increase the cure rate also in this population of childhood cancer survivors? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Absolutely. While that was not the focus of this study, it was something that we were certainly interested in is understanding how even once a childhood cancer survivor, for example, develops a health condition or a secondary cancer further into survivorship, how does that outcome then differ from someone in the general population? And there's a lot of interest in ongoing studies actually evaluating that and understanding what are the differences from the initial presentation, biology, the characteristics of that cancer, through how they're treated. So I don't know if we have all of the answers for that quite yet, but you can imagine if someone hypothetically had a history of receiving a lot of anthracycline chemotherapy or already having received a lot of radiation, that might impact what treatment they might receive for that secondary cancer or if they already have other existing comorbidities that need to be taken into consideration. Dr. Davide Soldato: Speaking about comorbidities, you were mentioning in the beginning that one of the focuses of this scientific work was really to try and see whether also this type of adverse health outcomes that can be potentially related to treatments were more frequent among these childhood cancer survivors. So I think that it's very interesting that for this comparison, you were able to use the data from the siblings of the patients who were included inside of the study. So, just a little bit of a comment on why you decided to use this specific methodology, which I think has a very nice touch to it when we look at these outcomes like, for example, diabetes or cardiovascular disease, and in general, do we see an increased number of chronic health conditions among survivors who were treated for childhood cancers? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Yes, so this is a really excellent strength of the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study is that they have information, longitudinal information, on survivors as well as their siblings. So, you know, when we were discussing the design of the study, I mentioned that we have initial baseline questionnaires as well as multiple follow-up questionnaires, and that is for both the survivors and the siblings. And so we're able to really understand their health course over time. We chose to evaluate sibling data because then you're really able to look at people who have similar characteristics, right? Similar environmental exposures in theory, potentially similar genetic predispositions and makeups and things like that. And so you can really try and have as good of a comparison as possible. Dr. Davide Soldato: Did we see any increase in chronic health condition when looking at survivors compared to the siblings? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: We did. And while that's been reported before, again, I think it's important to demonstrate that in this older population when you would expect that these siblings would now also be starting to develop different health conditions. Dr. Davide Soldato: One thing that was very interesting is that when we look at the coexistence of multiple comorbid conditions and chronic condition in this population, we also see that for some of these survivors, they basically have the same rates of comorbidities as compared to siblings who are potentially 20 years older than them. So I think that there is really that striking point, as you were mentioning before, of accumulation of changes, also physiological changes that can potentially drive a higher frailty index, which was also higher when looking at these survivors compared to their siblings. One outcome that was really not that worse when we look at survivors of childhood cancer was actually mental health. And as I read the paper, it was something that really surprised me a little bit because you would imagine that going through such a harsh diagnosis, such very complex treatment, very early in their life could potentially lead to some worse health outcomes also in terms of mental health over time. But this was not seen. And just a comment on this, because I think it's a very surprising data. Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Yes, I appreciate that question. So, as you mentioned, mental health is such an important issue for patients, both those undergoing treatment as well as those in long-term survivorship. And in our study, we found that survivors were not more likely, as you mentioned, to report poor mental health compared to their siblings. And I think there's a few possible reasons for this. You know, again, this is self-reported data amongst siblings and survivors who survived to at least 50 years of age and completed a questionnaire. And so that is the group of individuals that we were able to evaluate this in, so we have to keep that in mind. But I think our findings may also reflect the resilience of this particular cohort of aging survivors that we included. This finding has been reported in other studies of survivors as well, and so I think it very well may speak to the resilience of the cohort that we're looking at. Dr. Davide Soldato: Going back just a little bit, you mentioned that the majority potentially of these survivors who were included in the current analysis were treated between 1970s and 1980s. So, as you were mentioning before, radiotherapy was seen as a significant contributor to second neoplasm and also to the increase of this chronic health condition. So, do you believe that there is still a role for these survivorship studies as we are approaching treatment modalities where radiotherapy is administered less frequently or with lower doses or omitted at all in the treatment course of these survivors? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Absolutely. I think you mentioned a very important point, which is these findings are most applicable to the patients who were included in this cohort or similar cohorts, those who were treated in the 1970s and 80s who now are 50 years or older at this point in time. And as you know, treatment modalities have really changed. You know, as you mentioned, we'll use less radiation in many cases whenever possible, but there are so many new modalities, so many different chemotherapeutic agents, immunotherapy. There's so much more we need to learn about the long-term effects of some of these newer treatment modalities. And also, we've been able to really intensify our treatment regimens with improvements in both treatment approaches and supportive care. And so I think we have a lot to learn about those late effects, and ongoing studies are certainly needed as we continue to have this growing population of older survivors. Dr. Davide Soldato: And now a more general question which builds on the results of the study but goes a little bit beyond what was the scope of the research. So we have just discussed that there is an excess mortality in general, there is a higher risk for secondary malignancies in this population, we see higher accumulation of chronic comorbid conditions that need to be treated. So building on these results, in your opinion, what would be the best framework to follow up these patients over time? Because I imagine that for some of these patients who have been treated 30, 40 years before the moment where we see this type of events, they can be potentially also discharged from more specialistic medical care. So what is the best course of action? Should we keep all of these patients under observation in a very specialistic environment under the care of the oncologist or the pediatric oncologist? Should we create a stronger bond with general practitioners so they know that there is this problem? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Yes, I mean, I think you're reading my mind. We thankfully do have evidence-based guidelines. We utilize the Children's Oncology Group Long-Term Follow-Up Guidelines, which include screening recommendations for secondary cancers, chronic health conditions, everything based on the underlying diagnosis and treatment that these patients received. But we recognize that a large proportion of these survivors do not continue to have lifelong follow-up at a survivorship center, but really do need that specialized screening based on their treatment that they received. And I think for that reason, it's so important that we continue to build relationships with their primary care providers and really make sure that both patients and their providers have this information at hand regarding what their treatment is and what the screening is that they need and that we be able to have this community whereby we are able to help inform the screening in our own survivorship clinics, but also help guide some of the primary care providers who are going to be seeing these patients in the long run. Dr. Davide Soldato: Do we have any data showing what is the adherence rate of these patients to this type of continuous screening and monitoring over time? Because I imagine that that might also be a point for improvement in terms of quality of care. Can we retain as much childhood cancer survivors as we want as we are learning that there are all these potential negative health outcomes over time? Dr. Rusha Bhandari: We definitely within the survivorship community do want to help make sure as many survivors as possible are being engaged, again, whether it's at their specific cancer center or whether it's in the community, recognizing that for many reasons, it's not feasible to always return to that cancer center for your regular survivorship care. I think there's a lot we can do. Going a little bit outside the scope of your question, but I think there's a lot that we can do nowadays in terms of telehealth and being able to communicate with patients and their providers even if they're geographically not located right near us. But we do have data that shows that the further out many patients get from their initial diagnosis and treatment, the less often they might follow up with a survivorship provider. Some of this varies by different treatment. Dr. Davide Soldato: So, basically the final question is that we need more education and potentially more resources for survivorship clinics and in general to better inform patients and providers about these potential long-term outcomes. Dr. Rusha Bhandari: That's certainly a focus of our survivorship program, for example, is to make sure that we're able to educate patients, inform them of their risks, and why certain screening tests are recommended at certain times in their survivorship journey. And then I think again, thankfully nowadays with all of the electronic medical records and different methods for us to communicate, there's a lot of opportunity for us to continue building these relationships with those primary care providers and making sure they have the information at their fingertips as well as to be able to work in conjunction with these patients to continue to formulate their plans and carry out these screenings and then again, like I was saying, have an easy open line of communication with the oncology centers if they do have any questions. Dr. Davide Soldato: Thanks so much. This brings us to the end of this episode. I would like to thank again Dr. Bhandari for joining us today. Dr. Rusha Bhandari: Thank you so much. It's been a real pleasure speaking with you. Dr. Davide Soldato: And we appreciate you sharing more on your JCO article titled "Health Outcomes Beyond Age 50 Years in Survivors of Childhood Cancer: A Report From the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study." If you enjoy our show, please leave us a rating and review and be sure to come back for another episode. You can find all ASCO shows at asco.org/podcasts. The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. This is not a substitute for professional medical care and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or treatment of individual conditions. Guests on this podcast express their own opinions, experience, and conclusions. Guest statements on the podcast do not express the opinions of ASCO. The mention of any product, service, organization, activity, or therapy should not be construed as an ASCO endorsement.  

Alan Jones Daily Comments
‘You're a star' - Ben meets 9-year-old cancer survivor McKenzie ⭐️

Alan Jones Daily Comments

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 8:24


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OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Reenactments, Rants, and Really F*cked Up Insurance

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 47:40


EPISODE DESCRIPTIONBefore she was raising millions to preserve fertility for cancer patients, Tracy Weiss was filming reenactments in her apartment for the Maury Povich Show using her grandmother's china. Her origin story includes Jerry Springer, cervical cancer, and a full-body allergic reaction to bullshit. Now, she's Executive Director of The Chick Mission, where she weaponizes sarcasm, spreadsheets, and the rage of every woman who's ever been told “you're fine” while actively bleeding out in a one-stall office bathroom.We get into all of it. The diagnosis. The misdiagnosis. The second opinion that saved her life. Why fertility preservation is still a luxury item. Why half of oncologists still don't mention it. And what it takes to turn permission to be pissed into a platform that actually pays for women's futures.This episode is blunt, hilarious, and very Jewish. There's chopped liver, Carrie Bradshaw slander, and more than one “fuck you” to the status quo. You've been warned.RELATED LINKSThe Chick MissionTracy Weiss on LinkedInFertility Preservation Interview (Dr. Aimee Podcast)Tracy's Story in Authority MagazineNBC DFW FeatureStork'd Podcast EpisodeNuDetroit ProfileChick Mission 2024 Gala RecapFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20-Minute Health Talk
Learning from experience: A prostate cancer survivor's journey

20-Minute Health Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 20:15


In this heartfelt episode of 20-Minute Health Talk, host Sandra Lindsay delves into the emotional journey of prostate cancer from the unique perspectives of supportive partners. Joining her are two remarkable women, Mary Hillery and Tamara Houston, who share their experiences as caregivers alongside their husbands, prostate cancer survivors Tony Hillery and former New York Knicks player Allan Houston. Mary Hillery, a human resources expert, offers insights on resilience and caregiving. Tamara Houston, an educator and advocate for youth empowerment, speaks on the power of faith and familial support in challenging times. Tune in to hear their powerful testimonies of love, partnership, and unwavering strength. About Northwell Health Northwell Health is New York State's largest healthcare provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 850 outpatient facilities and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We're making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Get the latest news and insights from our experts in the Northwell Newsroom: Press releases Insights Podcasts Publications Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit http://bit.ly/2Z7iHFL and explore our many opportunities. Get more expert insights from leading experts in the field — Northwell Newsroom.  Watch episodes of 20-Minute Health Talk on YouTube.  For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. Interested in a career at Northwell Health? Visit the health system's job portal and explore our many opportunities.  

Carnivore Cast
Lacey Pruitt - 10 IFBB Pro Cards, 80 Overalls, 3x Cancer Survivor

Carnivore Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 54:07


Lacey Pruitt is an IFBB Pro in Women's Physique, Cancer Survivor, 7x Coach's Award winner, coach to 80 overall winners and 10 pro cards, and overall probably the most inspiring, gritty, and successful coach in bodybuilding.    https://www.instagram.com/lacey_pruitt/ https://www.laceystrongcoaching.com/   Use code "ScottM" at www.BiolongevityLabs.com to save on all Peptides including GLP-1s like Retatrutide aka GLP3, BPC157 and TB500, Tesamorelin/Ipamorelin, and much more! Get the best prices on quality, lab-tested peptides and help support the show.   Get the best health supplements, fish oil, and whey protein available at Legion Athletics. Use code "Scott_mys" to save! https://legionathletics.rfrl.co/p2g6m   This podcast is brought to you by LMNT Electrolytes! It's great for a hot summer day, a workout, or just working at your desk with cold water. Check it out and get your free sample pack along with any regular purchase when you use my custom link, www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys. The LMNT Sample Pack includes one packet of their most popular flavors. This is the perfect offer for 1) anyone who is interested in trying all of our flavors or 2) anyone who wants to introduce a friend to LMNT. Go to www.drinklmnt.com/ScottMys to claim this awesome deal!   Interested in working with me 1-1? DM me on Instagram and I can answer any questions. If you like, we can even set up a FREE consult call to go over your goals, answer questions, and discuss what it could look like to work together!

Business RadioX ® Network
Millie Habtemariam with Full Circle Candles & Salon, April Smith with The Survivors’ Nest, and Abigail Gonzalez with National Junior League of Cotillions

Business RadioX ® Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025


Millie Habtemariam/Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles were founded by master stylist and artisan Millie Habtemariam, whose 43-year career in beauty, education, and customer care has shaped both brands into pillars of creativity and community in Suwanee, Georgia. Full Circle Salon & Suites […]

Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer
From a Testicular Cancer Survivor: Take the Time Now to Enjoy Life

Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 25:22


To our listeners: Joyce Lofstrom recorded this conversation with testicular cancer survivor Andrew Barrow before the month of Movember. Now, with this month of awareness for men's health in full force, know that the advertising and fundraising efforts Andrew describes in the podcast were active before Movember began and continue throughout the month. Andrew Barrow and Joyce Lofstrom open this podcast with a discussion about Andrew's advertising business, Revenue Arc. Keep listening as the story segues to his testicular cancer story.In fact, testicular cancer doesn't run in Andrew Barrow's family. However, cancer, specifically lymphoma and melanoma, took his grandmother's life. As a kid, Andrew watched Tom Green's MTV documentary on testicular cancer,  where Tom shared his testicular cancer story.  "I was absolutely fascinated by it because I had never heard of testicular cancer. I was probably in middle school at the time, and this blew me away. He had this song that got stuck in my head. The main hook of the song is, 'Check your balls, kids, check them every day.'"And I did. I was scared to death by that moment. I did this routine every day for my entire life, thinking it would never happen to me. And then one day I found a lump."  He was treated at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, and did not need follow-up treatment after the orchiectomy. He and his wife had one child, and after the surgery, they became pregnant and welcomed their second child.Andrew shares more about his testicular cancer journey, his business, and his philosophy on life: live in the moment, take care of yourself, and enjoy life to the fullest now. Enjoy this episode and others of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation.Send us a textSupport the showFind us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

Gwinnett Business Radio
Millie Habtemariam with Full Circle Candles & Salon, April Smith with The Survivors’ Nest, and Abigail Gonzalez with National Junior League of Cotillions

Gwinnett Business Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025


Millie Habtemariam/Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles Full Circle Salon & Suites and Full Circle Candles were founded by master stylist and artisan Millie Habtemariam, whose 43-year career in beauty, education, and customer care has shaped both brands into pillars of creativity and community in Suwanee, Georgia. Full Circle Salon & Suites […] The post Millie Habtemariam with Full Circle Candles & Salon, April Smith with The Survivors’ Nest, and Abigail Gonzalez with National Junior League of Cotillions appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Oy Vey! It's Libby Amber Shayo

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 45:17


EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Libby Amber Shayo didn't just survive the pandemic—she branded it. Armed with a bun, a New York accent, and enough generational trauma to sell out a two-drink-minimum crowd, she turned her Jewish mom impressions into the viral sensation known as Sheryl Cohen. What started as one-off TikToks became a career in full technicolor: stand-up, sketch, podcasting, and Jewish community building.We covered everything. Jew camp lore. COVID courtship. Hannah Montana. Holocaust comedy. Dating app postmortems. And the raw, relentless grief that comes with being Jewish online in 2025. Libby's alter ego lets her say the quiet parts out loud, but the real Libby? She's got receipts, range, and a righteous sense of purpose.If you're burnt out on algorithm-friendly “influencers,” meet a creator who actually stands for something. She doesn't flinch. She doesn't filter. And she damn well earned her platform.This is the most Jewish episode I've ever recorded. And yes, there will be guilt.RELATED LINKSLibby's Website: https://libbyambershayo.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/libbyambershayoTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@libbyambershayoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/libby-walkerSchmuckboys Podcast: https://jewishjournal.com/podcasts/schmuckboysForbes Feature: Modern Mrs. Maisel Vibes https://www.forbes.com/sites/joshweissMedium Profile: https://medium.com/@libbyambershayoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform.For guest suggestions or sponsorship, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Get Real -w- Caroline Hobby
Scott Hamilton: The Power of Purpose, Perseverance, and Joy

Get Real -w- Caroline Hobby

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 83:36 Transcription Available


Olympic Champion. Cancer Survivor. Eternal Optimist. Scott Hamilton has spent his life defying the odds with unmatched grace, grit, and humor. From a childhood marked by illness and loss to standing atop the Olympic podium as one of figure skating’s most beloved icons, Scott turned every setback into a setup for something greater. After retiring from competition, he became a best-selling author, broadcaster, philanthropist, and founder of the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation—dedicated to changing the future of cancer treatment through innovation and hope. Now, Scott brings his powerful message of resilience and faith to the stage in an unforgettable evening that will leave you inspired to rise above any challenge and find joy in the journey. Don’t miss “An Evening with Scott Hamilton” — at Bridgestone Arena November 23– a celebration of courage, laughter, and the unstoppable human spirit featuring legendary ice skaters and iconic musical guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Standard Deviation EP3: The Weight

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 14:56


When the system kills a $2.4 million study on Black maternal health with one Friday afternoon email, the message is loud and clear: stop asking questions that make power uncomfortable. Dr. Jaime Slaughter-Acey, an epidemiologist at UNC, built a groundbreaking project called LIFE-2 to uncover how racism and stress shape the biology of pregnancy. It was science rooted in community, humanity, and truth. Then NIH pulled the plug, calling her work “DEI.” Jaime didn't quit. She fought back, turning her grief into art and her outrage into action. This episode is about the cost of integrity, the politics of science, and what happens when researchers refuse to stay silent.RELATED LINKS• The Guardian article• NIH Grant• Jaime's LinkedIn Post• Jaime's Website• Faculty PageFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations
#765 Mike Laird:

Joey Pinz Discipline Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 55:59 Transcription Available


Send us a textWhat happens when a pro athlete turned fitness leader faces the fight of his life? Mike Laird's journey is a raw, powerful story of survival, resilience, and purpose. After years of building fitness businesses and mentoring trainers, Mike's life changed with a shocking diagnosis: a rare appendix cancer. Following a grueling 10-hour surgery and months of recovery, he emerged with a scar that tells a bigger story—one of strength, perspective, and living “built for more.”In this conversation, Joey Pinz explores how Mike turned adversity into a mission to help others reclaim their health and mindset. From overcoming physical limitations to teaching trainers how to build meaningful careers, Mike's story proves that success isn't just measured by fitness goals—it's measured by impact.✨ Highlights:

Utah Weekly Forum with Rebecca Cressman
Survivor Wellness Offers Cancer Survivors Healing and Community

Utah Weekly Forum with Rebecca Cressman

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 27:56


In the heart of Salt Lake City 2 homes sit side-by-side welcoming all cancer survivors into a community that cares. Survivor Wellness is non-profit and in a home-like setting offers therapeutic wellness services, group and individual support, and other free and reduced-fee classes focused on movement and healing. In this episode, FM100.3 Host Rebecca Cressman is joined by Survivor Wellness Executive Director Dana Levy, survivor Amy Spencer, and Kiera Lucich, LMT and Neural Integration Specialist and volunteer staff, who share how the vision and services at Survivor Wellness support all cancer survivors and their caregivers. More details at SurvivorWellness.org .

St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories
St. Jude bone cancer survivor Adam Hopper inspires young lives through music

St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 7:55


St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories
St. Jude cancer survivor Scott stands as proof of what's possible

St. Jude Inspire Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 10:24


The help he received as a teen with limb loss meant so much to him, so he's there for others.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Stand By She: Allison Applebaum

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 39:37


EPISODE DESCRIPTIONAllison Applebaum was supposed to become a concert pianist. She chose ballet instead. Then 9/11 hit, and she ran straight into a psych ward—on purpose. What followed was one of the most quietly revolutionary acts in modern medicine: founding the country's first mental health clinic for caregivers. Because the system had decided that if you love someone dying, you don't get care. You get to wait in the hallway.She's a clinical psychologist. A former dancer. A daughter who sat next to her dad—legendary arranger of Stand By Me—through every ER visit, hallway wait, and impossible choice. Now she's training hospitals across the country to finally treat caregivers like patients. With names. With needs. With billing codes.We talked about music, grief, psycho-oncology, the real cost of invisible labor, and why no one gives a shit about the person driving you to chemo. This one's for the ones in the waiting room.RELATED LINKSAllisonApplebaum.comStand By Me – The BookLinkedInInstagramThe Elbaum Family Center for Caregiving at Mount SinaiFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Elite Competitor - A Podcast for Moms & Coaches
From Ironman to Cancer Survivor: Why Mental Toughness Matters Beyond the Game

The Elite Competitor - A Podcast for Moms & Coaches

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 43:03 Transcription Available


What does it really mean to be tough when life throws something your training could never prepare you for?In this episode, Coach Bre sits down with Kelly Vo, Co-Founder of The Pink Ribbon Army and Ironman athlete turned cancer survivor, to talk about how the mental strength built in sport can transform how we face life's hardest battles.Kelly shares her powerful story of moving from competition to recovery and how mindset tools like visualization, self-talk, and focus helped her navigate chemotherapy and healing. Together, she and Coach Bre explore the deeper side of resilience, the kind that's rooted in vulnerability, community, and purpose.You'll learn:

SolveCast
Purpose and Storytelling, with Samantha Holland - Cancer Survivor, Resilience Coach, and Former Disney VIP Tour Guide

SolveCast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 14:07 Transcription Available


In this episode of Matters.com Presents, Olivia interviews Samantha Holland — a cancer survivor, resilience coach, and former Disney VIP tour guide — to talk about transforming pain into purpose.At just 34, Samantha was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer, one of the most aggressive and rare forms of breast cancer. What saved her life was early detection, a trust in her intuition, and a medical team that truly listened.Samantha opens up about:Navigating identity shifts during and after treatmentThe emotional aftermath of remission and “the silence” that followsWhy she rejects the idea that “everything happens for a reason”Her philosophy of giving purpose to pain to create meaning and resilienceThe power of storytelling, community, and mental health awareness

ClickFunnels Radio
Theater Kid, 8-Figure Entrepreneur, and Cancer Survivor: Jason Friedman's Take on The Power of Vision - CFR #788

ClickFunnels Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 68:26


In this incredible episode, Jason Friedman reveals how his theater background became his secret weapon for building and selling multiple companies worth tens of millions. From backstage crew at age 8 to scaling businesses from $2 million to $70 million, Friedman shares his core philosophy that "people move in stories, not steps" and why he eliminates job descriptions in favor of "position missions." The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as he recounts beating stage 4 cancer with just 5% survival odds by applying the same entrepreneurial mindset that built his companies. Whether you're struggling with business growth, team culture, or facing your own challenges, this episode delivers powerful wisdom on leadership, resilience, and the transformative power of reframing the stories we tell ourselves. https://strangers.radicalinc.com Get 3 months of ClickFunnels for only $99 at the link below, that's an 83% discount to get started! https://www.clickfunnels.com/3-months-for-99

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER
Flourishing and Finding Peace After Choosing Flat with Peta-Ann

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 31:03


Welcome back to Navigating Cancer TOGETHER! We're picking up right where we left off with the remarkable Peta-Ann Wood, a breast cancer thriver and Soulful Coach.Part 1, "Choosing Flat: Peta-Ann's Journey to Self-Acceptance," was about the courage to choose (flatness, self-advocacy, and leaving people-pleasing behind). Now, Part 2 is the roadmap for flourishing once those massive decisions are made.Peta-Ann opens up about the powerful shift from managing her life to becoming a Happiness Coach. She reveals how her personal journey, touching on her late AuDHD diagnosis and her life-affirming choice to go flat, gave her a unique lens for helping others find inner peace and contentment.If you are struggling with the transition after treatment ends, or if you feel like your self-worth took a hit during your diagnosis, this episode is dedicated to you. Peta-Ann shares candid advice and heartwarming success stories that prove recovery isn't just about survival, it's about building a happier life than you had before.✨Episode Highlights:03:36 Understanding the shift: Why Peta-Ann focused on Happiness Coaching.08:47 How Lived Experience fuels her personal growth and guidance.16:28 Navigating Cancer TOGETHER: A reflection on building genuine community support.26:49 Words of Encouragement: Direct, honest advice for the cancer community.Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript175Part I: https://podcast.ausha.co/navigatingcancertogether/choosing-flat-peta-ann-s-journey-to-self-acceptanceConnect & Engage with Peta-Ann:Website: https://www.elegantrebelponders.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elegant.rebel.pondersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElegantRebel44Call to Action & Community:If Peta-Ann's adventure resonated with you, or you know someone else needs to hear this transformative conversation, please share this episode! Text the link to a fellow survivor, patient, or caregiver who could use a dose of guidance and hope today.Don't miss the next human-centered conversation! Subscribe or follow Navigating Cancer TOGETHER on your favorite podcast app or platform to ensure you get immediate alerts for every new episode.Join the Waitlist: Get ready to connect with a supportive community! Join the waitlist for our Navigating Cancer TOGETHER forum here: https://www.ontheotherside.life/forum-waitlistHosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya DendyDisclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Sick Days Not Included: Rebecca V. Nellis

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 59:04


EPISODE DESCRIPTIONRebecca V. Nellis never meant to run a nonprofit. She just never left. Twenty years later, she's still helming Cancer and Careers after a Craigslist maternity-leave temp job turned into a lifelong mission.In this 60-minute doubleheader, we cover everything from theater nerdom and improv rules for surviving bureaucracy, to hanging up on Jon Bon Jovi, to navigating cancer while working—or working while surviving cancer. Same thing.Rebecca's path is part Second City, part Prague hostel, part Upper East Side grant writer, and somehow all of that makes perfect sense. She breaks down how theater kids become nonprofit lifers, how “sample sale feminism” helped shape a cancer rights org, and how you know when the work is finally worth staying for.Also: Cleavon Little. Tap Dance Kid. 42 countries. And one extremely awkward moment involving a room full of women's handbags and one very confused Matthew.If you've ever had to hide your diagnosis to keep a job—or wanted to burn the whole HR system down—this one's for you.RELATED LINKSCancer and CareersRebecca Nellis on LinkedIn2024 Cancer and Careers Research ReportWorking with Cancer Pledge (Publicis)CEW FoundationI'm Not Rappaport – Broadway InfoFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship opportunities, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Time to Transform with Dr Deepa Grandon
How to Reclaim Your Health After Surviving Cancer w/ Dr. Amy Comander | EP 41

Time to Transform with Dr Deepa Grandon

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 39:56


When cancer treatment ends, the world expects celebration. The bell is rung, and everyone around breathes a sigh of relief. But for many survivors, that moment marks not an ending, but a new, confusing beginning. The medical team steps back, the appointments stop, and a quiet question creeps in: now what? Survivorship is more than the absence of disease. It's the long, often lonely process of learning how to live again, in a body, mind, and identity forever changed. Fatigue lingers. Treatment dulls memory and focus. Sleep becomes elusive. And beneath it all is the fear: what if it comes back? But what if recovery after cancer isn't just about waiting for the next scan; it's about reclaiming control? Through lifestyle medicine, survivors can begin to rebuild their strength, calm their nervous system, and lower their risk of recurrence. What measures are important for the survivor phase of cancer care? Why is connection and community so important? In this episode, the Medical Director of the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham, Dr. Amy Comander, returns. The pioneer in lifestyle medicine for survivorship joins us to share what true recovery looks like. She shares insights from her groundbreaking Paving the Path to Wellness program, and we talk about how to have a healthy life after the end of cancer treatment. Things You'll Learn In This Episode -Survivorship isn't just surviving Finishing treatment is only the beginning of recovery. How do survivors move from merely existing to truly thriving? -Movement as medicine Exercise doesn't just build strength; it improves outcomes and lowers recurrence risk. What type of movement makes the biggest impact after cancer? -Food over fear The right diet can reduce inflammation, support immunity, and ease anxiety about recurrence. What does the research actually say about the best foods for survivors, and which supplements to avoid? -The overlooked healing power of connection Support groups and social bonds can dramatically improve the quality of life and survival. Why is community one of the most potent yet underused forms of medicine? Guest Bio Dr. Amy Comander specializes in the care of women with breast cancer. Dr. Comander is Medical Director of the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham, where she also serves as Director of Breast Oncology and Cancer Survivorship at the Mass General Cancer Center in Waltham and at Newton Wellesley Hospital. She is the director of Lifestyle Medicine at the Mass General Cancer Center and an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School. She received her undergraduate degree and a master's degree in Neuroscience at Harvard University. She received her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency training and Hematology-Oncology fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Harvard Medical School. She is board-certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology, and she is a Diplomat of the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Comander has a strong interest in improving the quality of life and outcome of cancer survivors through important lifestyle interventions, including physical activity, diet, and mind/body interventions. She promotes healthy lifestyles for both her active treatment patients as well as those in the survivorship phase of care. She has launched PAVING the Path to Wellness, a 12-week lifestyle medicine-based survivorship program for women with breast cancer. Connect with Dr. Comander on LinkedIn. Resources The MGH Cancer Center is recruiting cancer survivors with insomnia for two behavioral treatment trials testing the Survivorship Sleep Program, a cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) skills program developed at MGH (PI: Daniel Hall, PhD; NCBI - WWW Error Blocked Diagnostic ; NCBI - WWW Error Blocked Diagnostic ). Eligible patients may be in treatment, post-treatment, or living with advanced cancer. All procedures are remote. Compensation is provided. Patients may see our study flyer and MGB Rally website (Rally | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Cancer Survivors with Insomnia ). Structured Exercise after Adjuvant Chemotherapy for Colon Cancer | NEJM Healthy Eating Plate • The Nutrition Source 10 Cancer Prevention Recommendations About Your Host Hosted by Dr. Deepa Grandon, MD, MBA, a triple board-certified physician with over 23 years of experience working as a Physician Consultant for influential organizations worldwide. Dr. Grandon is the founder of Transformational Life Consulting (TLC) and an outspoken faith-based leader in evidence-based lifestyle medicine. Resources Feeling stuck and want guidance on how to transform your spiritual, mental and physical well being? Get access to Dr Deepa's 6 Pillars of Health video! Visit drdeepa-tlc.org to subscribe and watch the video for free. ‌ Work with Me Ready to explore a personalized wellness journey with Dr. Deepa? Visit drdeepa-tlc.org and click on "Work with Me" to schedule a free intake call. Together, we'll see if this exclusive program aligns with your needs! Want to receive a devotional every week From Dr. Deepa? Devotionals are dedicated to providing you with a moment of reflection, inspiration, and spiritual growth each week, delivered right to your inbox. Visit https://www.drdeepa-tlc.org/devotional-opt-in to subscribe for free. Ready to deepen your understanding of trauma and kick start your healing journey? Explore a range of online and onsite courses designed to equip you with practical and affordable tools. From counselors, ministry leaders, and educators to couples, parents and individuals seeking help for themselves, there's a powerful course for everyone. Browse all the courses now to start your journey. ​​TLC is presenting this podcast as a form of information sharing only. It is not medical advice or intended to replace the judgment of a licensed physician. TLC is not responsible for any claims related to procedures, professionals, products, or methods discussed in the podcast, and it does not approve or endorse any products, professionals, services, or methods that might be referenced. Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER
Choosing Flat: Peta-Ann's Journey to Self-Acceptance

Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 44:50


In this honest and empowering episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER, host Talaya Dendy sits down with the phenomenal Peta-Ann Wood, breast cancer thriver, Soulful Coach, and creator of Elegant Rebel.This conversation goes beyond the clinical. Peta-Ann openly shares how a late diagnosis of AuDHD (Autism + ADHD) changed her cancer experience, guiding her from people-pleasing straight toward radical self-discovery.If you've ever felt pressure to make a decision about reconstruction, treatment, or even just how you should feel, this episode is your permission slip. Peta-Ann dives into the emotional process that led her to the definitive and life-changing choice to remain flat after her bilateral mastectomy.This is a must-listen for anyone in the cancer community who is questioning, redefining, or simply trying to prioritize their own needs and desires amidst the chaos of illness.✨Episode Highlights:02:21 Peta-Ann's Unique Journey: Navigating cancer alongside a late AuDHD diagnosis.07:40 The Shift: How life after diagnosis became about prioritizing her needs.12:23 Self-Advocacy Unlocked: Learning to trust intuition in a complex medical system.24:48 Beyond the Diagnosis: Understanding Neurodivergence and the End of People-Pleasing.29:40 The Definitive Choice: The transformative conversation about choosing to stay flat.38:35 Writing Her Truth: Insights into her book, What Happens When They Don't Go Back.Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript174Connect & Engage with Peta-Ann:Website: https://www.elegantrebelponders.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elegant.rebel.pondersFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElegantRebel44Resources & Call to Action:In honor of the movement: October 7th was International Flat Day, a global moment celebrating the beautiful choice of aesthetic flat closure. Learn more and connect: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFLATDay/Connect with Your Community: Don't navigate this journey alone. Join the waitlist for our "Navigating Cancer TOGETHER" forum and connect with others who truly get it. https://www.ontheotherside.life/forum-waitlistSubscribe or follow Navigating Cancer TOGETHER on your favorite podcast app or platform so you never miss a vital conversation.Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya DendyDisclaimer: The information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Healing The Source
Alex Conley: From Cancer Survivor to Conscious Creator of KONO

Healing The Source

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 61:54


Alex Conley has lived every phase of the wellness journey, from surviving childhood cancer to chasing fitness perfection to realizing that health isn't something you buy, it's something you build through integrity and awareness. In this episode, Alex shares how years in the fitness and supplement industries exposed the cracks in our modern health system — from FDA loopholes and overprocessed supplements to the corruption of Big Food and the destruction of our soil. He explains why simplicity is the real cure, what we get wrong about hydration, and how mental health, anger, and anxiety are symptoms of a deeper imbalance in the way we live. We also cover: Why only 12% of second opinions confirm the original diagnosis How the supplement industry gets away with harmful ingredients What 98% of conventional farming means for your health The connection between soil quality, nutrition, and mental well-being Why the cure has always been simple — and how to return to it This conversation will challenge what you think you know about “wellness” and remind you that healing doesn't have to be complicated. Resources: → CURED | Right now, CURED Nutrition is offering my listeners an exclusive 20% off ON TOP OF the 10% off Best Seller Bundle. Just head to https://www.curednutrition.com/CLAUDIA and use the code CLAUDIA at checkout → PUORI | Shop Puori grass-fed protein powder + supplements (Clean Label Certified and third-party tested!!!) Use discount code: HEALINGTHESOURCE Follow Alex on Instagram Check out KONO's website for holistically formulated supplements. Discount code: HEALING Follow the host, Claudia, on Instagram, check out HealingTheSource.co & Elham's Liquid Gold 100% Organic Castor Oil, and enjoy her deep-dives on Substack

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
GenX Therapy With Sally Wolf

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 41:12


Sally Wolf is back in the studio and this time we left cancer at the door. She turned 50, brought a 1993 Newsday valedictorian article as a prop, and sat down with me for a half hour of pure Gen X therapy. We dug into VHS tracking, Red Dawn paranoia, Michael J. Fox, Bette Midler, and how growing up with no helmets and playgrounds built over concrete somehow didn't kill us.We laughed about being Jewish kids in the suburbs, the crushes we had on thirty-year-olds playing teenagers, and what it means to hit 50 with your humor intact. This episode is part nostalgia trip, part roast of our own generation, and part meditation on the privilege of being alive long enough to look back at it all. If you ever watched Different Strokes “very special episodes” or had a Family Ties lunchbox, this one's for you.RELATED LINKSSally Wolf Official WebsiteSally Wolf on LinkedInSally Wolf on InstagramCosmopolitan Essay: “What It's Like to Have the ‘Good' Cancer”Oprah Daily: “Five Things I Wish Everyone Understood About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis”Allure Breast Cancer Photo ShootTom Wilson's “Stop Asking Me the Question” SongFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RTÉ - Morning Ireland
Call over 'game-changing' menopause drug for cancer survivors

RTÉ - Morning Ireland

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 5:31


Róisín Cullen, Reporter, discusses Veoza, a non-hormonal medication that treats symptoms of the menopause for cancer survivors but is not available under drug payment or medical card schemes.

The BeautyPro Podcast
231: Kim Becker: Cancer Survivor, Founder of "Hello, Gorgeous," Woman of Faith

The BeautyPro Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 51:34


This month of October is about Breast Cancer Awareness so I want you to meet, Kim Becker. Listen and Watch her story as she shares with you what happened to her, her husband, and her organization called, Hello Gorgeous!. Learn how you can get involved and transform your salon, spa or barbershop just by showing you care for another human being than just offering them services. WANT MORE KIM? Website: https://www.hellogorgeous.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellogorgeous_of_hope/WANT MORE KRYSTINE?For 1:1 Coaching, Freebies & More, TAP HERE: bit.ly/3S5R2loLOVE THIS EPISODE?Leave Your Ratings, Reviews & Comments on the Podcast! Your feedback allows for more nourishing content and for more on-point education for beauty & barber pros.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Standard Deviation EP2: Domino Effect

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 10:43


Dr. Nikki Maphis didn't just lose a grant. She lost a lifeline. An early-career Alzheimer's researcher driven by her grandmother's diagnosis, Nikki poured years into her work—only to watch it vanish when the NIH's MOSAIC program got axed overnight. Her application wasn't rejected. It was deleted. No feedback. No score. Just gone.In this episode, Oliver Bogler pulls back the curtain on what happens when politics and science collide and promising scientists get crushed in the crossfire. Nikki shares how she's fighting to stay in the field, teaching the next generation, and rewriting her grant for a world where even the word “diversity” can get you blacklisted. The conversation is raw, human, and maddening—a reminder that the real “war on science” doesn't happen in labs. It happens in inboxes.RELATED LINKS:• Dr. Nikki Maphis LinkedIn page• Dr. Nikki Maphis' page at the University of New Mexico• Vanguard News Group coverage• Nature article• PNAS: Contribution of NIH funding to new drug approvals 2010–2016FEEDBACK:Like this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, visit outofpatients.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Find Your Finish Line with Mike Reilly
Two-Time Cancer Survivor: Finding Strength Through Diagnosis with Jeffrey Reynolds

Find Your Finish Line with Mike Reilly

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 53:50


In the latest episode of "Find Your Finish Line," I sit down with Jeffrey Reynolds, a remarkable individual who has faced and triumphed over dual cancer diagnoses. Jeffrey's story is not just about surviving prostate and colorectal cancer, but about the resilience of the human spirit and how the mentality of an endurance athlete can apply to the most challenging of life's races. We discuss his journey through diagnosis and treatment and how his background in public health and social welfare influenced his perspective on receiving help after being the helper for so long. His book, "Every Mile Matters: Turning Triathlon Training Into Cancer Triumph," becomes a central theme as he chronicles how athletics and the ethos of endurance sports have been pivotal in his recovery and outlook. As Jeffrey recounts his grueling treatment, including his participation in a clinical trial that involved 27 rounds of chemotherapy, he shares insights into how his past experiences as a triathlete prepared him mentally and physically for the battle he faced. We explore the concept of true health versus fitness and stress the importance of regular health screenings, a message particularly directed at our listeners who may overlook symptoms due to their lifestyle demands. Jeffrey's story is a powerful reminder that while physical fitness is crucial, being vigilant about one's health is equally important. Through his narrative, Jeffrey offers inspiration and practical advice to anyone who might find themselves in a similar situation—reminding us all of the power of positive thinking, the support of loved ones, and the will to fight. He also emphasizes the importance of oneness with our bodies, urging everyone in the endurance community to pay attention to subtle health changes. Connect with Jeffrey on social media via @JeffReynoldsPhD on Twitter and on his website familyandchildrens.org to follow his ongoing journey and advocacy work.

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
Family Reach: The Charity America Forced Into Existence

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 40:59


Carla Tardiff has spent 17 years as the CEO of Family Reach, a nonprofit that shouldn't have to exist but absolutely does—because in America, cancer comes with a price tag your insurance doesn't cover.We talk about shame, fear, burnout, Wegmans, Syracuse, celebrity telethons, and the godforsaken reality of choosing between food and treatment. Carla's a lifer in this fight, holding the line between humanity and bureaucracy, between data and decency. She's also sharp as hell, deeply funny, and more purpose-driven than half of Congress on a good day.This episode is about the work no one wants to do, the stuff no one wants to say, and why staying angry might be the only way to stay sane.Come for the laughs. Stay for the rage. And find out why Family Reach is the only adult in the room.RELATED LINKSFamily ReachFinancial Resource CenterCarla on LinkedInMorgridge Foundation ProfileAuthority Magazine InterviewSyracuse University FeatureFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, email podcast@matthewzachary.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw
The Cancer Survivor Revolutionizing Cancer Care with AI and Human Touch || Ep.220

Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 23:49


Approximately one in four people will face a cancer diagnosis. For most, the hardest part won't be the treatment itself but the waiting, the 3 AM questions, the logistical maze of care coordination that can mean the difference between hope and despair. Ann Stadjuhar knows this truth from both sides of the stethoscope. When Ann navigated her own cancer diagnosis, she had every advantage: 20 years of healthcare expertise, knowledge of case volumes, connections to top surgeons at Optum. Yet even she found the system overwhelming. Her uncle in rural New Mexico wasn't as fortunate; by the time he reached MD Anderson, inadequate local care had sealed his fate. These parallel experiences crystallized Ann's mission at Reimagine Care: ensuring no one faces cancer alone, regardless of their zip code or insider knowledge. This conversation comes at a critical moment. As cancer increasingly strikes younger populations, with many cancers now appearing in people's 20s and 30s rather than their 50s, we need innovators who understand that technology without empathy is just expensive machinery. Ann represents a new breed of healthcare leaders who see AI not as a replacement for human connection, but as a way to multiply it. "The worst part of cancer is the wait," Ann explains. "We can be there 24/7 to understand whether there may be social determinants of health needs. I need a ride to treatment. I need someone to watch my dog. I have issues paying my electric bill. Sometimes people are honestly more comfortable telling the bot they're having these challenges." After two decades revolutionizing digital health from women's health to pandemic response centers, Ann calls cancer care her "capstone." She's witnessed how the 18-month health system adoption cycle literally costs lives. Now, armed with Meta glasses and AI tools that multiply her capabilities "times four," she's racing against a broken system where your uncle's zip code shouldn't determine whether his cancer stays operable. In this episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw, discover how one woman's journey through cancer transformed into a mission to democratize access to the kind of insider knowledge that can save lives. From the Cancer X Accelerator to Reimagine Care's AI companion REMI, Ann reveals why the future of cancer care isn't about choosing between humans and machines. It's about creating technology sophisticated enough to know that sometimes, the most advanced intervention is simply helping someone find a dog sitter so they don't miss chemotherapy. For Ann Stadjuhar, reimagining cancer care isn't about replacing human connection. It's about multiplying it. In a healthcare system where staying curious might be the difference between innovation and stagnation, between treatment and tragedy, she's proof that the most powerful technology is the kind that remembers to be human. Key Insights: Why patients confess more to AI than to their doctors, and what that means for care How social determinants of health become matters of life and death in cancer treatment The hidden complexities even healthcare insiders struggle to navigate Why the next generation needs emotional intelligence more than technical skills How one woman's cancer diagnosis became a blueprint for system-wide change About the Guest:  Ann Stadjuhar brings 20+ years of digital health innovation to her role as Chief Growth Officer at Reimagine Care. From launching pharmaceuticals to scaling population health tools, she's run what she calls "the gauntlet" of healthcare transformation. Her personal cancer journey while at Optum revealed the gaps even insiders face, inspiring her mission to ensure 24/7 companionship for every cancer patient through AI-powered human care. Guest & Host Links Connect with Laurie McGraw on LinkedIn Connect with Ann Stadjuhar on LinkedIn Connect with Inspiring Women Browse Episodes | LinkedIn | Instagram | Apple | Spotify

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary
The Genes of Wrath: Jennifer J. Brown

OffScrip with Matthew Zachary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 40:46


Jennifer J. Brown is a scientist, a writer, and a mother who never got the luxury of separating those roles. Her memoir When the Baby Is Not OK: Hopes & Genes is a punch to the gut of polite society and a medical system that expects parents to smile through trauma. She wrote it because she had to. Because the people who gave her the diagnosis didn't give her the truth. Because a Harvard-educated geneticist with two daughters born with PKU still couldn't get a straight answer from the very system she trained in.We sat down in the studio to talk about the unbearable loneliness of rare disease parenting, the disconnect between medical knowledge and human connection, and what it means to weaponize science against silence. She talks about bias in the NICU, the failure of healthcare communication, and why “resilience” is a lazy word. Her daughters are grown now. One's a playwright. One's an artist. And Jennifer is still raising hell.This is a conversation about control, trauma, survival, and rewriting the script when the world hands you someone else's lines.Bring tissues. Then bring receipts.RELATED LINKS• When the Baby Is Not OK (Book)• Jennifer's Website• Jennifer on LinkedInFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship inquiries, visit outofpatients.show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.