My 15 Years | Episode 9: Summer After Radiation

Episode 9: Summer After Radiation Summer looked very different after treatment. In Episode 9 of My 15 Years, Melody reflects on her first summer after plaque brachytherapy and what it was like adjusting to life just one month after radiation treatment. She talks about learning to embrace a “new normal,” navigating summer activities differently, and finding ways to still enjoy vacations, sunshine, and time with loved ones while adapting to changes in vision and recovery. This episode also highlights the importance of sun safety and awareness, including conversations around: 🕶️ Sunglasses Day 👁️ Eye Patch Day ☀️ Protecting your eyes while still living fully Melody shares practical tips, personal experiences, and encouragement for anyone learning how to move forward after treatment — especially during seasons that can feel emotionally or physically different than before diagnosis. This episode is a reminder that joy, adventure, and meaningful moments are still possible, even when life changes course. Rare Cancer. Resilient Hope. Revolutionary Research. 🔔 Subscribe to follow the full My 15 Years series 💙 Learn more about A Cure in Sight 🤝 Support ocular melanoma research and patient support: https://acureinsight.org/donate/