Jen and Darren are in love and both navigating life with cancer together as a married couple. Darren was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2009. He's had 3 brain surgeries and 2 rounds of chemo and radiation. In February of 2021 Jen was diagnosed with breast cancer. Together they host the podcast Not Today Cancer. They join the fellas to talk about the dynamics ... Show More
Sep 2024
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: Myths, Realities, and Support
When it comes to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), understanding is key, but misconceptions often get in the way. In this episode, Sickboy sits down with Judy Heilik to shed light on the realities of living with FASD. They tackle the stigma and blame that often surround the ... Show More
1 h
Aug 2024
Building Trust: Indigenous Voices in HIV Care
When the fight against HIV meets the resilience of Indigenous communities, advocacy becomes a lifeline. Trevor Stratton, a member of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, shares his journey from diagnosis to becoming a powerful voice in the Indigenous HIV community. As the ... Show More
1h 11m
Aug 2024
Trikafta: Healing Isn't Always Simple
They say the only constant in life is change, but what happens when the change you're given feels like a double-edged sword? In this episode, the boys sit down with Connie, a young woman whose life with Cystic Fibrosis has taken a sharp turn thanks to Trikafta. She shares the raw ... Show More
1h 31m
Apr 2021
Christina Applegate: Why She Had a Double Mastectomy
From September 30, 2008: Actress Christina Applegate opens up about her battle with cancer and her radical decision to remove both breasts. Oncologist, Dr. Philomena McAndrew, explains the breast cancer gene and provides treatment recommendations. Nancy Brinker, founder of the Su ... Show More
37m 26s
Apr 2024
Adele Roberts: Bowel cancer, marathons, and mashed potato
Cancer, and having a stoma, has changed DJ and broadcaster Adele Roberts’ perception of her own body for the better. It’s shown her it’s ok to cry, and it’s ok to ask for help. In this chat with Fearne, Adele talks through the symptoms of bowel cancer, what the experience has tau ... Show More
50m 42s
Nov 2022
Pleurer pour mieux avancer
Le cancer est un sujet tabou pour un homme sur deux, selon un sondage mené par un opérateur de santé. Et plus les hommes sont jeunes, moins ils vont avoir tendance à en parler. Surtout si c’est un cancer qui touche leur intimité. Est-ce que vous saviez, par exemple, que le cancer ... Show More
36m 50s
Apr 2024
Rethinking Cancer: Inflammation, Infections, and Mitochondrial Insights with Mark Lintern : 1155
Today's episode focuses on Cancer with a true expert, Mark Lintern. You'll learn about the surprising links between infections, inflammation, and our body's powerhouses - the mitochondria. This is a chance to arm yourself with cutting-edge theories that could change the way we tr ... Show More
1h 7m