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

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.

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)