Cervivor Podcast

Did you know a high percentage of women experience some form of sexual dysfunction? Did you also know that the rate increases even more when cancer treatment, like cervical cancer, is involved?

In this episode, Cervivor Podcast Host, Joslyn Paguio has a candid conversation with Dr. Tali Sobel, a Women's Health Internist at the Mayo Clinic. You'll hear them get down to the basics of understanding sexual dysfunction, how it happens, ways we can alleviate some of the pain and discomfort women experience, and what professional resources are out there to better assist women in reclaiming their sexual confidence. Plus, you'll hear some of the recommended products listed below to discuss with your doctor!

Dr. Tali Sobel is a women's health internist specializing in sexual health and menopause at Mayo Clinic Arizona. She is originally from Washington, DC. She received a degree in psychology at the University of Michigan for her undergraduate studies and attended Georgetown University for medical school. She then moved to Baltimore, Maryland for residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Bayview. She completed a women's health fellowship at Johns Hopkins following residency and is a North American Menopause Society certified menopause specialist. She recently moved to Phoenix, Arizona with her husband and dog and enjoys hiking, exploring the beautiful Southwest, and spending time with her family.

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Maya Angelou once said “Words mean more than what is set down on paper. It takes the human voice to infuse them with deeper meaning.”

In this episode, we get to hear the voices of two remarkable women, Ayanna Bass, and Milicent Kagonga. One survivor sharing her story of cervical cancer in the United States, and the other in Africa. We'll dive in as they share their personal journeys with cervical cancer, how they lost their voice, and how they found it again to help save other African and African American women.

Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

Black women have higher rates of new cervical cancer cases as opposed to other races and ethnicities. With February being Black History Month, we wanted to discuss health disparities amongst black communities and the possible influencing factors. One way to close the gap in the fight against cervical cancer is to make sure our stories are heard. We must continue to talk about HPV, cervical cancer screening and prevention including vaccination, and the stories of those impacted by cervical cancer. Whether through casual conversations with friends or family, questions to our doctors, or quick chats with our children, each conversation can lead to change.

Don’t miss this conversation between Cervivor Podcast host, Joslyn Paguio and her two guests, Kimberly Williams, a cervical cancer survivor and patient advocate for Cervivor, Inc., and Julia Neely, Program Manager for the HPV Cancer Prevention Program through St. Jude Children's Research Hospital to learn more about and to understand these disparities.

Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org!

For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

For Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we have a bonus episode for you. In this episode, we interview Dr. Ulf Gyllensten, a molecular geneticist from the University of Uppsala in Sweden, who is a pioneer in HPV and cervical cancer research. His research on the molecular underpinnings of cervical cancer has led to genetic screenings and the development of at-home screenings for HPV.

Beyond the podcast, we encourage you to read Dr. Gyllensten's publication list, including:

Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org!

For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

Happy New Year and welcome to Season 3 of the Cervivor Podcast!

We're also wishing everyone a Happy Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! CCAM is a very important month for us as we dedicate the entire month to bringing awareness to cervical cancer, recognizing, celebrating, and remembering that #WeAreCervivor! 

In this episode, Cervivor Podcast host, Joslyn Paguio chats with Cervivor Ambassadors Carol Lacey and Karla Chavez about their stories and how their advocacy work is helping to change the narrative in our mission to end cervical cancer. 

Did you connect with this episode? Share your thoughts with us on social media using #CervivorPodcast or by emailing us.  Are you a cervical cancer patient or survivor? Share your story on our website at Cervivor.org!

For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

The discovery of the link between HPV and cervical cancer came in the 1980s and the research continues today, with researchers like our featured guest, Dr. Heather Brandt. Tune in to hear about how Dr. Brandt’s research has helped transform the landscape of addressing disparities in cancer prevention and how working with allies and partners has effectively increased HPV vaccination. Dr. Heather Brandt is the director of the HPV Cancer Prevention Program at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and co-associate director for outreach at the St. Jude Comprehensive Cancer Center. She also serves as a full member of the Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control. She is a faculty affiliate at the University of Memphis School of Public Health and the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health.

Beyond the podcast, check out St. Jude’s HPV Cancer Prevention Program. They have a number of campaigns, initiatives, plus online and local events.

Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

It’s time to get ready for the holidays! In this episode, we have two special guests, Cervivor Founder and Chief Visionary, Tamika Felder and Cervivor Community Engagement Liaison, Morgan Newman, bringing you a little joy and fulfilling your holiday wish list. Join us for a cozy and casual conversation about what we’re thankful for, our holiday traditions, and a little surprise to help you with your holiday shopping.

To shop and/or support Cervivor, Inc. visit the online shop or donate on their website.

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This episode dives into the answers you need to know about the HPV vaccine! Tune in to hear this special Q&A session with our host, Joslyn Paguio and our featured guest, Dr. Nathan Boonstra. Dr. Boonstra is a general pediatrician located in Des Moines, Iowa. He is passionate about educating families on the importance of public health and safety, with a focus on childhood immunizations. Beyond the podcast, Dr. Boonstra can be found on Twitter @PedsGeekMD, and on his blog at pedsgeekmd.com.

Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

What is mindfulness?

In this episode, we'll hear from Tara Casagrande, a cervical cancer survivor, a mother of three, and a yoga teacher. Tara was the Founder of Ease Yoga Cafe in Del Ray Alexandria from 2015 to 2020 and is currently enrolled in the first of two years with the Mindfulness and Meditation Teacher Certification Program with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Listen to Tara as she shares her personal journey through cervical cancer, motherhood, and her career. You'll also hear some details on an exciting upcoming event!

Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast! For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].

The Cervivor Podcast is a platform built for sharing and elevating our stories. Tune in to hear more about our Season 2 podcast host, Joslyn Paguio. Become inspired, learn more about the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), cervical cancer, and hear how Joslyn has used her personal experience to educate others. 

Beyond the podcast, read Joslyn's Cervivor story on our website or watch her story on our award-winning YouTube channel, Cervivor TV.

Join in the conversation by using #CervivorPodcast. Let us know what you think!

For more Cervivor-related content, check out: Cervivor.org. Follow Cervivor on all social media platforms. If you would like to be interviewed as a potential guest for an upcoming episode or would like to request a speaker or topic for a future podcast episode, email us at [email protected].