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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 41 MIN

Beating Pancreatic Cancer 9 years clear and living healthy with Tara & Neal Wilkes - Ep. 22

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When Tara Wilkes was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, she was told that even with the most aggressive treatment she would likely only have 12 to 18 months to live. That was nine years ago.In this powerful and emotional conversation, Sarah sits down with Tara and her husband Neal to hear their extraordinary story of survival, faith, and the quiet strength it takes to face the unthinkable. From the first signs of fatigue to a life changing Whipple surgery, daily chemo, and years of follow-up scans, Tara shares how she fought for her life, one step and one prayer at a time.They discuss the emotional toll, the importance of support systems, the role of faith, and what it means to truly live after a life-threatening diagnosis. If you or someone you love is walking through a difficult health journey, this episode is a must-listen.Mentions:There is No Place Like Hope: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1888387416?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_PJA9A50DA3EDP6JMWZ1G_1&bestFormat=trueTara’s Duke article: https://www.dukecancerinstitute.org/blogs/pancreatic-cancer-facing-formidable-foe

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