Check Yourself - With Guest Matt Sellers

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered about the courage it takes for a firefighter to step into danger every day? Now, imagine that same bravery but in a fight against a rare form of cancer. That's the story of Matt Sellers, a firefighter from Concord, North Carolina, who shares his personal battle with T Cell Lymphoma. From the initial symptoms to the joyous moment of returning to work, Matt's journey is one of resilience, perseverance, and the power of a supportive community.Matt's story isn’t just about his personal recovery – it's a tale of the profound impact of the support he received from his wife, his friends, and the fire family during his struggle. These were the lifelines that kept him going during his hospital stay and the challenging process of recovery. Discover how Matt's experience emphasizes the power of positivity and the importance of seeking out the support of clinicians and family when life throws a curveball.But, part of our journey with Matt isn’t just about his past – it’s also about the future. We uncover the importance of cancer prevention, the need for tracking exposures, and the significance of maintaining clean equipment. Moreover, we learn about the potential link between job-related issues and cancer diagnoses. As we wrap up our conversation, we express our gratitude to you, our listeners. You are the reason we bring these inspiring stories to light. So, don’t forget to subscribe, write reviews, and leave comments. Get ready to be empowered by Matt's story.Matt Sellers is a Captain with Concord Fire Department, Board Member of the North Carolina Firefighter Cancer Alliance, and all around good guy!  Matt is a T-Cell Lymphoma Survivor and is peer support leader for the NCFCA.  I appreciate you taking out time to listen.  We can only do this with your support.  Please subscribe, leave us a like and good review.  Also if you are able a small donation will go a long way on keeping quality content and bad dad jokes coming to you.  Visit allclearpodcast.com to learn more. Support the showThanks for listening to All Clear!You can contact us with questions, suggestions or just to say hi at our website allclearpodcast.comAlso pick up a bag of our signature All Clear Coffee.  A unique cup that will quickly become your new morning hero in a cup!Please like and subscribe on you platform of choice!  It dosent cost you anything and it helps us more than you will ever know!