When Christie's husband, Lei, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, life as they knew it turned upside down. With two young boys, a global plandemic unfolding, and a devastating diagnosis, their family was thrust into a whirlwind of hospitals, misdiagnoses, and impossible decisions.

In this conversation, Christie shares openly about:

• The early symptoms that were missed and the persistence it took to finally get answers.
• The harsh realities of cancer care, from mis-prescribed chemo to navigating genetic testing.
• How faith and community anchored them through moments of crisis.
• The turning point when the plant became part of Lei’s care - improving appetite, easing pain, and helping him regain quality of life.
• What it meant to provide palliative care at home, and bringing Lei’s body home after his passing.
• The lessons she’s carried forward about advocacy, honesty with children, and finding strength you don’t know you have.
• Lei’s message for anyone walking through illness: Don’t stop living.

This is a tender, powerful episode about love, resilience, and redefining what care can look like. Whether you’re navigating illness, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking perspective, Christy’s story will leave you with both hope and grounding.

You can find Christie @christie_ahfa

✨ Resources & Mentions:

• Genomics genetic testing for chemo/medicine compatibility https://www.genomicdiagnostics.com.au/tests/pharmacogenomics#order
• Information on pancreatic cancer: PanKind Foundation – The Australian Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.https://pankind.org.au

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