That C Word: Recent Episodes
Taranaki Cancer Society
That 'C' Word is bought to you by the Taranaki Cancer Society. Our show is another way to share and discuss the topics of cancer, and all things related to it. The good, the bad, the wonderful, that sad.
I am joined by Monique Shaw who is one of four Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists who work at Taranaki Base Hospital, and she is also Chairperson of Taranaki Cancer Society Executive Board. We discuss her roles, a common process for diagnosis, and cancer/oncology supports in our community.
Kate talks with Amber Mathew, Marathon in a Month participant, volunteer and Taranaki Cancer Society Executive Board member. They discuss the reasons she got so involved, and how she previously managed to raise thousands for our latest event - Marathon in a Month.
I am joined by Lisa, our Fundraising/Events Coordinator and Tracy, our Volunteer Coordinator as we unpack Daffodil Day and our other current events.
Kate talks with Julia Kennedy from the Taranaki Health and Disability Advocacy Service about their free services to support people when they have concerns about a health or disability service.
Kate talks with Nette Swete about her role as a carer, as we remember and discuss her brother and sister-in-law, Darcy and Storm who passed away within 6 months of each other.
Kate talks with Lisa, the fundraising, and events coordinator, about Daffodil Day (26th August 2022) and how people can support or be involved on the day.
I am joined by Lisa our Fundraising/Events Coordinator and we both talk to Brian from the Taranaki Vintage Car Club who are running an amazing fundraiser Car Show/Rally on our behalf – with all proceeds coming to the Taranaki Cancer Society. The event is in August the weekend before Daffodil Day and looks to be a great fun out for all - families and car enthusiasts alike.
Kate talks with previous guests Graham, and Paul. They continue to talk about prostate cancer and how to access services.
We talk further about prostate cancer. Paul shares some of his learnings and experiences while on his journey to overcome prostate cancer
I talk with Graham about his journey with Prostate Cancer and the major lifestyle changes his diagnosis led to.
The impact of Covid on the services of the Taranaki Cancer Society, and a look at the new and exciting things that are in the pipeline.
Kate talks with Dale, the Reiki Practitioner. We touch on how reiki works and how it can positively impact cancer journeys.
Raewyn Rooney shares her own cancer journey, a journey that has led her into some epic volunteer roles in our community
We talk about the amazing success of Relay Your Way, our covid-affected virtual version of Realy For Life.