In this episode of the Young Tongues podcast, we hear from Candi, a former nurse and police constable, who shares her deeply personal journey with tongue cancer. Candi opens up about her early life, career, and family, leading up to the moment she first discovered something was wrong during a routine dentist visit. She recounts the shock of her diagnosis, the emotional weight of sharing the news with her family, and the grueling medical path that followed, including multiple surgeries and a long hospital stay. Throughout the episode, Candi candidly discusses her recovery process, the physical and emotional changes she has faced, and her determination to find a new sense of normalcy. She also talks about her aspirations to return to work and the ongoing challenges of navigating life as a cancer survivor, offering listeners both insight and hope.

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