The Many Faces of Cancer
As a cancer survivor and thriver, I know how important community and support are when you are facing a cancer diagnosis. That’s why I created The Many Faces of Cancer Podcast.
Each week I will be interviewing amazing people with heartfelt and inspirational stories from all sides of the cancer journey: patients, survivors and thrivers, caregivers, family and friends, and professionals. I may even throw in a bonus episode once in a while talking about things that are important to us all.
We never think it will happen to us, until it does. This podcast will be about community, knowing you’re not alone in your journey. It will also be an opportunity for people to share their stories and hopefully help others.
I hope you will all tune in. While it will be cancer stories, we all learn from others and, ultimately, these are human stories, applicable to many other areas of life.
The Many Faces of Cancer
87 Years Old and 7 Cancers in Her Lifetime - When Cancer Runs in the Family with Pearl Carter
Today's guest is Pearl Carter, 87 years old and has experienced 7 cancers since first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1990. She comes from a long family history of cancer - 6 of her 8 siblings have had cancer, along with other relatives. She has used her experience to help others. She has been a volunteer with the American Cancer Society since 1991.
We talk about when cancer runs in the family, all the different treatments she's gone through, including currently being treated for leukemia, the many ways you can volunteer your time, and so much more!
Pearl is amazing and, even though we had some sound challenges, this is such an impactful conversation.
Resources:
Pearl's Email: pwcarter55@att.net
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network: https://www.fightcancer.org/
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