Encompassing Cancer

Cancer Pathways
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In the Encompassing Cancer podcast, we chat with anyone impacted by cancer, including people living with cancer, survivors, caregivers, community members and health professionals. We discuss cancer-related topics and delve deeper into the wonderful programs we offer at Cancer Pathways! To learn more about us, visit www.cancerpathways.org

  1. 10/07/2024

    ENCORE - The mountains are calling: Self-discovery through climbing and breast cancer with Lisa Thompson

    For our 2nd encore episode in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we're re-airing an episode that was released early 2023. Lauren shared an inspiring conversation with Lisa Thompson, who is a Seattle-based mountaineer, author, and breast cancer survivor. In this episode, she talks about what first inspired her to get into mountaineering, how climbing gave her the motivation she needed to get through her breast cancer diagnosis, how the mountains have shaped her as a woman, overcoming the limiting beliefs we put on ourselves, women in the wilderness and so much more!  Additional Resources: Learn more about Lisa Thompson Cancer Pathways Support Groups National Breast Cancer Foundation  Breastcancer.org  Team Survivor Northwest

    35 min

  2. 09/23/2024

    Supporting children and their families through a cancer diagnosis with Leslie Woodfill and Denise Moss (Childhood Cancer Coalition)

    September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - making this conversation especially timely! Terri had the opportunity to chat with Leslie Woodfill (Executive Director) and Denise Moss (Patient Services Manager) about the impactful work they do at the Childhood Cancer Coalition. Based in Spokane, the Coalition provides holistic community support, including financial assistance, support groups, grief support, and resources to help navigate a cancer diagnosis.  Learn more about the Childhood Cancer Coalition.

    28 min

  3. 09/09/2024

    Navigating a prostate cancer diagnosis and supporting those who are newly diagnosed with Ted Healy

    September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month! Lauren is joined by Ted Healy, who is a stage 4 metastatic prostate cancer survivor. They talk about his diagnosis, screening and treatment options, signs and symptoms of prostate cancer, the genetic component to the disease, Ted's advocacy work in the space, and the benefits to joining a support group. Additional Resources:  Cancer Pathways Support Groups Zero - The End of Prostate Cancer  Financial Resources Understanding Your Prostate Pathology Report (American Cancer Society) Gleason Score and Grade Grouping (Prostate Cancer Foundation)

    20 min

  4. 08/26/2024

    The Walk to End Colon Cancer with Brianna Mercker and Natalie Phelps

    In this episode, Lauren is joined by Brianna Mercker and Natalie Phelps to talk all about their upcoming Seattle Walk to End Colon Cancer. They each share their personal experiences being diagnosed with young-onset colorectal cancer, initial signs and symptoms to look out for, why raising awareness is so critical, the importance of colorectal cancer screening, and how the community can participate in the upcoming walk. With what they have planned, it's clear they've set out to make this Walk an empowering, accessible, meaningful, and fun experience for the entire community! Additional Resources:  Colorectal Cancer Alliance Seattle Walk to End Colon Cancer Mariners Event: Strike Out Colorectal Cancer Day Related Encompassing Cancer podcast episodes: Raising awareness about early-onset colorectal cancer and screening with Anita Mitchell Isler (3/4/24)  Parenting and communicating with children through a colorectal cancer diagnosis with Esther Hyun (3/11/24) Tips for preparing for a colonoscopy with Michael Schofield (3/18/24) Colorectal cancer screening (FIT Kits, colonoscopy, Cologuard) and reducing health disparities with Dr. Rachel Issaka, MD, MAS (3/25/24)

    31 min

  5. 08/12/2024

    ENCORE: Our online education platform and supporting students impacted by cancer

    It's our first encore episode! For back-to-school season, we're re-airing an episode from last year where Jana Mastrogiovanni (Student Education program manager) joins the podcast to share more about our online educational platform. This platform is full of resources, lesson plans, and eLearning modules for teachers, students, and the general community.  Lauren also talks with Hanna Safley, who shares her perspective on how teachers, schools, and other students can best support a student who is diagnosed with cancer. Hanna also talks about why it's important for all teens to learn about cancer and the benefits of having a counselor or social worker as part of your support team.   Additional Resources:  Online Platform Student Education (Cancer Happens® curriculum)

    32 min

  6. 07/29/2024

    Comfort critters, field trips, and friendship at Camp Sparkle in Woodinville

    Are you ready for a sweet, heartwarming episode? Lauren takes you along to get a glimpse into what a week at our summer day-camp is like. Campers and counselors share how Camp Sparkle has been helpful for them, what their favorite activities are, and what we did throughout the week. Don't miss one camper's very important polling question for the group, too!  Additional Resources: Related Encompassing Cancer episodes: Hear about the magic of Camp Sparkle (5/23/22)  Tips for talking to children about cancer with Michelle Massey, LICSW (5/15/23) Campers share their shine at Seattle Camp Sparkle this summer (8/21/23)

    12 min

  7. 07/15/2024

    The lifesaving power of cord blood with Emily Pajcic and Chelsea Price (Bloodworks NW)

    Have you heard of cord blood before? In this episode, Emily Pajcic and Chelsea Price join Lauren to share more about the Cord Blood Donation Program at Bloodworks NW. They talk about how cord blood donation works, what to know prior to donating, how expectant mothers can prepare to donate, the many diseases and conditions that cord blood can help treat, common misconceptions people have about the process, and powerful anecdotes from the community.  Additional Resources:  Bloodworks NW Cord Blood Program Related Encompassing Cancer podcast episodes: Save a life by swabbing your cheek (6/3/24) Giving blood is giving life: Become a blood donor and learn how you're helping cancer patients (1/23/23)

    22 min

  8. 07/01/2024

    Sarcoma 101 and how you can help raise awareness

    July is Sarcoma Awareness Month! In this episode, Lauren walks listeners through what sarcoma is and the different types, symptoms, risk factors, and resources for how you can get more involved. We encourage you to check out our upcoming golf tournament and sign-up to get a free swab kit from NMDP to enter into the bone marrow registry.  Additional Resources: Cancer Pathways 17th Annual Bryce Fisher Golf Tournament Northwest Sarcoma Foundation Sarcoma Alliance Join the NMDP.org registry Get a test kit through the Cancer Pathways campaign! Visit my.bethematch.org or text CancerPathways (all one word, capital 'C' and capital 'P') to 61474.

    12 min
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In the Encompassing Cancer podcast, we chat with anyone impacted by cancer, including people living with cancer, survivors, caregivers, community members and health professionals. We discuss cancer-related topics and delve deeper into the wonderful programs we offer at Cancer Pathways! To learn more about us, visit www.cancerpathways.org

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  • Creator
    Cancer Pathways
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Encompassing Cancer