Everything Cancer

Jill Squire, Oncology Certified Nurse
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Welcome. Hear how survivors met challenges and discovered blessings. Understand that you are not alone. Learn strategies for effective self-advocacy. Become more confident and comfortable with speaking up for your needs and understanding your cancer, survivorship issues, and plans of care. Become more comfortable having quality-of-life-changing discussions with those you love.Get practical tips for rekindling intimacy when cancer has changed your world.Get behind-the-scenes insights into cancer care from providers. If you understand it, you will be a more effective self-advocate.Complementary and integrative medicine practitioners explain the benefits their discipline can provide and how they work in concert with your oncology and primary health care teams.Learn how different support organizations offer real help.We talk about Everything Cancer.

  1. 10/30/2024

    Winning the Cancer Journey: Dr. Tiffany Troso-Sandoval, Women's Cancer Medical Oncologist

    In episode forty of Everything Cancer, host Jill Squire welcomes Dr. Tiffany Troso-Sandoval, a highly experienced medical oncologist and founder of Winning the Cancer Journey and Second Look. Dr. Troso-Sandoval shares invaluable insights from her 25 years at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she became a trusted voice in women’s cancers. Our conversation with Dr. Troso-Sandoval is a perfect way to close October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Known for her candid, compassionate approach, Dr. Troso-Sandoval dives into the importance of whole-person care, discussing sensitive topics such as sexual health and survivorship—areas that often go unaddressed yet impact quality of life profoundly. Listeners will appreciate Dr. Troso-Sandoval’s perspective on navigating complex cancer care systems, the benefits of second opinions, and strategies to build transparent, effective communication with oncologists and advanced practice providers. She underscores the power of patient education in reducing stress and fostering trust, making a compelling case for self-advocacy and resilience. She emphasizes the importance of informed, collaborative care. Whether you’re a survivor, caregiver, or healthcare provider, Dr. Troso-Sandoval’s reflections on balancing expert guidance with personal resilience offer a fresh perspective on thriving through the cancer journey. Tune in for a deeply empowering conversation.   Dr. Troso-Sandoval’s LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/tiffany-troso-sandoval-md-b897a017 Dr. Troso-Sandoval’s  email:  drtroso@winningthecancerjourney.com Dr. Troso-Sandoval’s Winning the Cancer Journey website: https://www.winningthecancerjourney.com/ Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center About Herbs, Botanicals, and Other Products https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/diagnosis-treatment/symptom-management/integrative-medicine/herbs Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    39 min

  2. 10/15/2024

    How A Breast Care Navigator Guides the Way for Overwhelmed Patients

    Join us for an inspiring and eye-opening episode of Everything Cancer, where we sit down with Lisa Spencer, a certified breast care navigator with over 40 years of oncology experience. Lisa opens up about her vital role in guiding breast cancer patients from diagnosis through treatment, offering compassionate, hands-on support every step of the way. Whether you or a loved one are navigating a breast cancer diagnosis, or simply want to hear from someone who has dedicated their life to helping others, this episode is a must-listen. Lisa shares invaluable advice on self-advocacy, avoiding rash decisions, and accessing trusted resources. Plus, hear how her own experience as a lymphoma survivor shapes her work and empowers others to live fully through their cancer journey. Don’t miss this powerful conversation! Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    42 min

  3. 10/04/2024

    Kiki Wooten’s Breast Cancer Journey: Beautiful Strength in Being Flat-Chested, Healing the Past and Embracing the Future

    In compelling episode 38 of Everything Cancer, we meet Kiana—Kiki—Wooten, a breast cancer survivor who went from stoic and shy to modeling as a vibrant flat-chested breast cancer survivor.  Diagnosed at just 34 years old, Kiki’s journey through invasive ductal carcinoma was filled with life-altering challenges—sepsis, difficult reconstruction choices, not being heard, and inadvertent missteps in communication with her daughter when unexpectedly hospitalized during the pandemic. Her story reveals the courage required to choose a flat chest after multiple complications with implants. Through it all, Kiki found strength in self-advocacy and the support of her husband and daughter. She shares how breast cancer not only changed her body but also reshaped her life, acting as a catalyst to confront past traumas and regrets,  emerging as a more compassionate and open person. Kiki’s voice, grounded in her experience and challenges as a Black woman navigating the healthcare system, speaks to the power of resilience and of the shared experience with other survivors. Tune in to hear her inspiring message of hope, healing, and the strength to embrace both scars and life after breast cancer. Email KiKi, Kiana at thebreastdecisionfoundation@gmail.com Kiki’s LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/kiana-wooten-4700a12a4 The Breast Decision a book by Kiana Wooten Tiger Lily Foundation A national women’s health and oncology organization providing education, awareness, advocacy and hands-on support to young women (15-50) before, during and after cancer. Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    51 min

  4. 10/01/2024

    About Face: Terry Healey’s Transformative Journey of Determination and Purpose After Head and Neck Cancer

    Welcome to Everything Cancer! In this episode, we’re joined by Terry Healey, a Head and Neck cancer survivor, public speaker, and bestselling author whose journey is nothing short of inspiring.  At just 21, Terry faced a rare and life-changing cancer that affected his appearance, leading him to retreat from the world.  Eventually tired of hiding, Terry deliberately took his life back by working out, relying on sheer determination and resilience. He thrived, reclaiming both his confidence and his life. He graduated college, had a family, and succeeded in tech industry sales. Terry’s journey is about much more than overcoming adversity—it’s about transformation. His perseverance, combined with a mission to help others, has shaped his purpose: to inspire those facing challenges to overcome adversity and live fully. Tune in as Terry shares his journey and insights that are sure to inspire and uplift. Terry’s email address – terry@terryhealey.com ; for those interested in joining his newsletter and getting notified about his forthcoming book, send an email to terry@terryhealey.com with the subject line “newsletter” Terry’s resources web page - https://terryhealey.com/?page_id=8 (for support, research and information about facial disfigurement) Cancer Support Community - https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/ About Face https://aboutface.ca/about/ About Face’s vision is the elimination of the stigma and discrimination encountered by individuals with a facial difference. My Face www.myface.org My face Is beautiful Face Equality International https://faceequalityinternational.org/ Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    40 min

  5. 09/19/2024

    Solutions to Disparity in Lung Cancer Care: 2nd Lung Cancer Health Equity Summit with Dr. Eugene Manley, PhD

    Dr. Eugene Manley, PhD, through his SCHEQ (STEMM Cancer Health Equity) Foundation, is dedicated to addressing disparities in lung cancer research, screening, lung cancer care for underserved communities and patients, and STEMM careers. In the 36th episode of the Everything Cancer Podcast, Dr. Eugene Manley, PhD, joins us to discuss the important work shared through the 2nd Lung Cancer Health Equity Summit: Black and Latino Patients Navigating Lung Cancer - Stepping Stones to Equity The summit focuses on implementing real-world solutions to improve lung cancer research, screening, care access, and outcomes. Dr. Manley’s mission is to move beyond discussions of inequity and provide a forum for actionable strategies to reduce disparities and improve outcomes. Dr. Manley aims to bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, patients, and community leaders to share best practices and build partnerships. Topics include expanding screening access, addressing clinical trial diversity, navigating lung cancer, improving access to care, and increasing representation in lung cancer cell lines.  The importance of sincere and ongoing community engagement and trust-building is discussed. In their conversation, Dr. Manley and Jill cover the critical nature of including diverse populations in clinical trials and research to ensure effective therapies across all demographics. Dr. Manley highlights in this conversation how the summit is designed for attendees to bring back solutions to their own communities, practices, and organizations. It is intended to foster collaboration and innovation in cancer screening and care for underserved populations. Patients will be empowered and witness living proof there are many motivated people in their corner.  2nd Lung Cancer Health Equity Summit Registration: https://tinyurl.com/LCHES Submit a poster: https://tinyurl.com/LCHESPoster Dr. Eugene Manley, PhD, LinkedIn Info: https://lnkd.in/e-WinBTT #LungCancerScreening #EquityInLungCancerScreening #EquityInLungCancerCare #EquityInLungCancerResearch #ClinicalTrialAccess Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    37 min

  6. 09/11/2024

    Rochelle Prosser: Fierce Mom of a Pediatric Cancer Survivor, Champion of Patient Rights in Healthcare Legislation, Explainer of Cancer X Moonshot, and Navigator Extraordinaire

    Welcome to Everything Cancer! Today, we’re joined by Rochelle Prosser, a powerhouse in patient advocacy and cancer navigation who’s making waves in cancer survivorship: She is the founder of Orchid Health Solutions and Prosser Cancer Library, dedicated to innovation, dignity, and the dismantling of disparity in cancer care delivery. We find part of her motivation is deeply personal, in her daughter's own battle with cancer—an especially poignant story during Childhood Cancer Month, while also supporting her spouse in his own cancer diagnosis and journey. Rochelle is on the front lines of shaping health policy, protecting patient privacy, and ensuring that every voice is heard. She gives a shout-out to Environmental Services.  Sept 8 - 14 2024, is Environmental Services Week in recognition of their vital role in patient care.  Get ready to be inspired by Rochelle’s motivation and insights as she unpacks the complexities of healthcare legislation and the groundbreaking Cancer X Moonshot. Rochelle’s Links linkedin.com/in/rochelleprosser Health Information Technology Advisory Committee Article  ORCHID HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS ORCHID is defined as the Organization for Research and Clinical Cancer Health Innovation in Dignity and dismantling of Disparity in care. From Rochelle Prosser: "I know intimately that to navigate oncology requires distinct healthcare system understanding, effective provider-patient communication,  and how to find and navigate solutions when all else has failed. It is a journey not to take alone." Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    54 min

  7. 09/06/2024

    The Dr. Sam and Dr. Sam Siegel Method: Married Cancer Survivors Balancing Family, Medicine, Living Fully, and Innovation with an Onco-Generalist Practice

    They keep it real, relatable, and full of passion: True Grit  In this heartfelt and candid episode of Everything Cancer, we sit down with Dr. Sam Siegel, a pediatrician, and Dr. Sam Siegel, an onco-generalist doing the heavy lift of starting a survivorship practice. Both doctors are not only healthcare providers but also cancer survivors who each experienced tough treatments and parents to three busy kids.  Sam and Sam candidly discuss their personal cancer journeys and the complexities of balancing family life with their professional and personal health challenges. Mortality is a topic that is not off the table in their household out of hard-earned necessity. They discuss the importance of self-advocacy—a topic they frequently address in public speaking, emphasizing the crucial nature of asking questions and not being afraid to seek second opinions. Dr. Sam Siegel talks about her pioneering onco-generalist survivorship program at Kaiser, which aims to integrate supportive care from the time of diagnosis, focusing on the quality of life, especially for those living with metastatic cancer. They both stress the need for comprehensive, multidisciplinary approaches that go beyond merely extending life to truly enhancing it.  We discuss the importance of being vital at all stages of one’s journey. Their beloved dog, Darla, occasionally weighs in on the conversation. Tune in to hear how the Siegels navigate the ups and downs of cancer, parenting, and building a better future for survivors. Their story is a powerful testament to resilience and the relentless pursuit of living fully, no matter the circumstances.  Dr. Samantha Siegel's LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/samantha-siegel-md-240341291 What About Primary Care by Dr. Samantha Siegel and Dr. Rebecca Eary in the September issue of Elephants and Tea Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

    1h 12m

  8. 08/30/2024

    Bridging the Gap: The Vital Role of Community for Those Affected By Cancer – Meet Stephanie Ciranni, Executive Director of Cancer Bridges

    In this episode of Everything Cancer, we’re joined by Stephanie Ciranni, the dynamic Executive Director of Cancer Bridges, in Pittsburgh, PA, Everything Cancer host Jill's hometown.  If you’re a cancer survivor or your life has been altered by cancer, Stephanie encourages you to explore local cancer support organizations in your area and  connect with resources like Cancer Bridges to experience the profound difference they can make.  With over 200 programs and services offered monthly, Cancer Bridges serves not just those diagnosed with cancer but also their families, caregivers, and the bereaved with a warm and welcoming sanctuary that offers emotional, social, and wellness support. Stephanie emphasizes the unique and transformative power of Cancer Bridges, highlighting how survivors benefit from connecting with others who truly understand their journey. Whether through support groups, creative classes, or one-on-one counseling, Cancer Bridges offers a safe space where everyone—from newly diagnosed patients to long-term survivors to stressed caregivers to children of a parent with cancer—can find comfort, community, and hope. With a compassionate approach and a diverse array of programs, Cancer Bridges stands as a testament to the strength found in shared experiences and the vital importance of community in the cancer journey.  Don’t navigate this alone—dip your toe in and discover the support waiting for you. Contact Stephanie at stephanie@cancerbridges.org Cancer Bridges  Programs at Cancer Bridges  Cancer Bridges Facebook Cancer Bridges Instagram CancerCare.org - National online support and resource organization Just for fun: The Pittsburgh (Yinzer) Accent Support the show Thank you for listening. We would love to hear your thoughts about this episode. We want to hear from you: what topics you would like to have discussed or a guest you would like to see featured in future episodes. This show is here for you. Email us at EverythingCancerPodcast@gmail.com The information on this podcast is not intended to be used for medical advice. For any health care concerns you have please consult with your healthcare team. The staff at Everything Cancer podcast will not be answering health individual health care concern questions. Consider giving your support for ongoing content and interviews for this podcast through our Patreon Page for Everything Cancer or the Everything Cancer website. Our sponsor: H2Ocean - makers of quality sea-salt products for over 20 years! www.H2Ocean.com www.Chemo-Mouth.com Sea Salt Healing Rinse https://h2ocean.com/oral-care/ Here is the link for the acclaimed cancer self-advocacy guide by Jill Squire, host of Everything Cancer Podcast "Cancer Journey Guide and Journals: Empowerment in Diagno...

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Welcome. Hear how survivors met challenges and discovered blessings. Understand that you are not alone. Learn strategies for effective self-advocacy. Become more confident and comfortable with speaking up for your needs and understanding your cancer, survivorship issues, and plans of care. Become more comfortable having quality-of-life-changing discussions with those you love.Get practical tips for rekindling intimacy when cancer has changed your world.Get behind-the-scenes insights into cancer care from providers. If you understand it, you will be a more effective self-advocate.Complementary and integrative medicine practitioners explain the benefits their discipline can provide and how they work in concert with your oncology and primary health care teams.Learn how different support organizations offer real help.We talk about Everything Cancer.

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  • Creator
    Jill Squire, Oncology Certified Nurse
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  • Episodes
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    © 2024 Everything Cancer
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