Episode 10 - From Cancer Diagnosis to Making A Real Difference For Others - Fay Peace

Faye shares her journey of being diagnosed with gynaecological cancer, the challenges of getting a correct diagnosis, and the impact of cancer treatment on her mental health. Her story highlights the importance of early detection and the need for better support for mental health during cancer treatment. The conversation delves into life after cancer treatment, the impact of the 'no evidence of disease' diagnosis, the anxiety surrounding regular checkups, turning personal experience into advocacy, and the achievements in cancer advocacy. Takeaways include the lasting impact of cancer on life and the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare.TakeawaysEarly cancer symptoms can be misdiagnosed or overlookedThe impact of cancer treatment on mental health Life after cancer is never the sameAdvocating for oneself is crucial in the healthcare journeyChapters00:00 Faye's Cancer Journey Begins08:00 The Diagnosis and Treatment23:03 Coping with Treatment and Mental Health31:49 Life After Treatment41:33 Turning Experience into Advocacy53:31 Advocacy Achievements