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

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 [https://www.lisaclimbs.com/], 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 [https://www.lisaclimbs.com/] * Cancer Pathways Support Groups [https://cancerpathways.org/programs/support-groups/] * National Breast Cancer Foundation [https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/]  * Breastcancer.org [http://breastcancer.org]  * Team Survivor Northwest [https://teamsurvivornw.org/]

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 [https://cccnw.org/].

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 [https://cancerpathways.org/programs/support-groups/] * Zero - The End of Prostate Cancer [https://zerocancer.org/]  * Financial Resources [https://zerocancer.org/help-and-support/financial-resources] * Understanding Your Prostate Pathology Report [https://www.cancer.org/cancer/diagnosis-staging/tests/biopsy-and-cytology-tests/understanding-your-pathology-report/prostate-pathology/prostate-cancer-pathology.html] (American Cancer Society) * Gleason Score and Grade Grouping [https://www.pcf.org/about-prostate-cancer/diagnosis-staging-prostate-cancer/gleason-score-isup-grade/] (Prostate Cancer Foundation)

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 [http://www.ccalliance.org/seattlewalk]. 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 [https://colorectalcancer.org/] * Seattle Walk to End Colon Cancer [http://www.ccalliance.org/seattlewalk] * Mariners Event: Strike Out Colorectal Cancer Day [https://www.mlb.com/mariners/tickets/specials/colorectal-cancer] * Related Encompassing Cancer podcast episodes: * Raising awareness about early-onset colorectal cancer and screening with Anita Mitchell Isler [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oUirK0ZTnQXZ76OqRKXKU?si=b1d304729f0c4023] (3/4/24)  * Parenting and communicating with children through a colorectal cancer diagnosis with Esther Hyun [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4J33hL7D4OwIjgdLicbjhb?si=09dd8e55453741ca] (3/11/24) * Tips for preparing for a colonoscopy with Michael Schofield [https://open.spotify.com/episode/6PvPzQcgBmeyb98lpdNH3c?si=9bad97815b9f4a7f] (3/18/24) * Colorectal cancer screening (FIT Kits, colonoscopy, Cologuard) and reducing health disparities with Dr. Rachel Issaka, MD, MAS [https://open.spotify.com/episode/74qQcmAmzO84vTvHQ8PStK?si=48d1c7889a254e4d] (3/25/24)

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 [http://online.cancerpathways.org] * Student Education [https://cancerpathways.org/programs/cancer-happens/] (Cancer Happens® curriculum)