Cancer Actually F**king Sucks CAFS

In this heartfelt episode of "Cancer Actually F**king Sucks," Geoff Grubbs shares his journey with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), offering a candid account of the highs and lows he's experienced. Hosted by Abigail, the conversation delves into Geoff's medical decisions, emotional challenges, and the vital role of community support. Geoff highlights the importance of organizations like the CLL Society and the Lymphoma Research Foundation, which provide invaluable resources and connections for those navigating similar paths. Join the discussion for an insightful exploration of living with CLL and the power of resilience in facing life's toughest battles.



To learn more about the CLL Society, visit https://cllsociety.org/, and to get information about CLL Society Support Groups, head to https://cllsociety.org/programs-and-support/cll-specific-patient-support-groups/.



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In this episode of "Cancer Actually F**king Sucks," Tracy, a courageous breast cancer survivor, shares her journey through diagnosis, treatment, and beyond. Tracy candidly discusses her experience with HER2 positive breast cancer, including its recurrence post-pregnancy and her battle with stage four metastatic cancer. She emphasizes the importance of finding the right medical team and navigating survivor guilt, while also highlighting the challenges of forging new connections during illness. Tracy's resilient spirit shines through as she channels her strength into running marathons for fundraising and providing peer support through CanCare. Her story resonates with themes of friendship evolution, identity reconstruction, and the pursuit of hope amidst uncertainty. Tracy's message of advocacy, empathy, and community underscores the transformative power of connection in navigating life's toughest moments.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Abigail and Kallie share an intimate dialogue about Kallie's journey as a breast cancer survivor. From discussing meaningful tattoos to the challenges of navigating relationships post-cancer, Kallie opens up about the emotional and physical toll of her experience. As an ambassador for the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation, Kallie sheds light on her advocacy work and shares her plans for raising awareness during Triple Negative Breast Cancer Month. Despite the hardships she's faced, Kallie's resilience shines through as she reflects on her modeling journey post-treatment and the evolution of her self-esteem. Through vulnerability and strength, Kallie's story inspires hope and empowerment.



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It's our final episode ever (for now) and we also have a HUGE announcement for the pod! Abigail Glavy is your new host for Cancer Actually F***ing Sucks! Maddy and Shannon are passing the torch and they're so excited to welcome the new host.

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Join Shannon & Lindsy aka Taz & Sunset (#outlivingit #firstdescents) as they vulnerably dive into Lindsy's experience living with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer and how meditation has brought her peace in processing a Stage 4 diagnosis.



Shannon & Lindsy met on a trip with First Descents, a nonprofit that sponsors cancer survivors to go on free community adventures. Shannon dishes about her experience with First Descents before diving into conversation with Lindsy.



Lindsy is an award-winning speaker, and blog author, and retired fitness entrepreneur and health coach. With humor, authenticity and vulnerability, Lindsy reflects on the pivotal moments in her life that have made her an expert through experience in resilience, adaptation and positive mindset. She dives into the many life lessons from her childhood diagnosis of autoimmune disease, and how it prepared her for an early-stage Breast Cancer diagnosis soon after becoming a wife and mother to 2 children. Now, living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer she delves into the emotions she encounters, the fears that threaten to overwhelm her, and the strength she continues to discover within herself. 



Find Lindsy on Instagram - @lindsymatthews


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On this episode, Shannon sits down with Hil Moss of VivorCare to chat all things survivorship.



Hil is the Co-Founder & CEO of VivorCare, the first virtual survivorship clinic delivering cancer survivorship care. A young breast cancer survivor, Hil is an active advocate, mentor, and writer in the cancer community (published in outlets such as New York Magazine, Cell, and STAT), and dedicates her time to raising awareness around the importance of early detection and improving patient experience.



Hil shares her diagnosis experience and the irony of the season of her life she found out she had breast cancer. She shares about her experience with family planning throughout her cancer journey and the importance of talking about the different fertility experiences that can come after diagnosis.



We also talk about VivorCare & why Hil decided to commit to the full career change to focus on providing more support in the "What Now?" phase of survivorship.



VivorCare - https://www.vivorcare.com/

Hil Moss - https://www.instagram.com/hilmoss/


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