Pete's Story - Young Tongues

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In this episode of the Young Tongues podcast, Barbara sits down with Pete Jackson as he shares his journey with tongue cancer. Pete provides an intimate account of his life before and after diagnosis, detailing the early symptoms, the diagnostic process, and the challenges of treatment. Despite the fears and uncertainties, his resilience, positive mindset, and strong support network played a vital role in his recovery. He emphasises the power of peer support, highlighting how the Young Tongues community and other social connections were instrumental in navigating both the emotional and logistical aspects of treatment. Pete concludes with a heartfelt message of gratitude for the unwavering support of his community and the NHS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This episode was published on February 14, 2025.

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In this episode of the Young Tongues podcast, Barbara sits down with Pete Jackson as he shares his journey with tongue cancer. Pete provides an intimate account of his life before and after diagnosis, detailing the early symptoms, the diagnostic...

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