The ladies are fired up! Tune in as they tackle the deceit surrounding cancer frauds and their effects on the authentic cancer community and trustworthy support groups. They dive into the stories of Amanda Riley, a notorious cancer con artist for a decade, and Belle Gibson, who authored a book and developed an app on Apple, falsely asserting she had triumphed over terminal cancer through her recipes and alternative therapies. The discussion also covers how to stand by the cancer community while safeguarding yourself from scams. Find helpful resources linked below.

IRS Non-Profit 501 (c) (3) search

Charity Navigator

Biography article Amanda Riley

Scamanda Podcast

Belle Gibson, The Whole Pantry

Apple Cider Vinegar Trailer

Join Colette and Leah for this weeks Professionals episode featuring Annika. Annika is running a national campaign, CanSER. The mission of CanSER is "To build a familiar and trustable national system for the emotional support of cancer patients" Listen to this exciting episode to find out more about Annikas mission. Please endore her mission below and follow her progress and social media.

CanSER

CanSER Facebook

CanSER Instagram

CanSER LinkedIn

Join the ladies for this weeks "Spotlight" episode featuring Carrie. Carrie is a two time cancer survivor whose diligence with her breast health led her to finding two differnt breast cancers within 2 yrs of one another. Six years out Carrie shares her journey with us. For mammogram screening resources see links below

Every Woman Counts

CDC

BREM Foundation

Good Rx Low Cost Mammograms

Join Colette and Julia as they delve into the freshest happenings in cancer research and updates for February! This month, they’re shining a spotlight on Gallbladder and Bile Duct cancers, making awareness a priority. Together, they’ll discuss a range of engaging topics and aim to showcase the latest breakthroughs in treatment. For more insights and the articles mentioned, don’t forget to check out the links below!

American Association of Cancer Research

National Cancer Institute

Mayo Clinic Cancer Blog

National Library of Medicine

Join the ladies for this weeks Spotlight episode featuring Sandy. Sandy discusses her experience with TNBC (Triple Negative Breast Cancer), her recovery and the sudden loss of her husband Rick (featured in ep. 3 grief and remembrance). Find the link below for Grief Share.

Grief Share

Join the ladies this week for our Spotlight episode with Stacey of episode 24 and her experience with Epic Experience, cancer camp for adults. Stacey shares how her experience has tranformed her and how it has lead to her efforts of giving back and continuing to grow from her cancer experience.

Epic Experience

Campfires of Hope podcast

Kesem

Happy New Year from the LTFC podcast! Join the ladies this week for an all new "What's New" in cancer news and research. January is Cervical cancer awareness month and the ladies dive into a promising new treatment regimen, screenings, clinical trials and gender bias in health care. For source information and articles find them below.

World Economic Forum: 8 Facts About Bridging The Cervical Cancer Health Gap

ACOG: Cervical Cancer Screening

MD Anderson: Gynecological Clinical Trials

Medical News Today: Gender Bias In Health Care

Tune in to this week's Professional/Spotlight episode with Colette and Leah, where they host Deb Krier, an accomplished businesswoman and cancer survivor. Deb's remarkable life story and her battle with cancer are truly inspiring. For more information on Deb Krier see links below

Meet Deb Krier

The Business Power Hour

Tryingnottodie.live

Knitted Knockers

Join Colette, Leah Nad Julia for this weeks "What's New" in cancer news and research. As the ladies recover from an unexpected hiatus they enjoys some laughs, cancer news and some tips on checking on one another through the holidays.

New Cancer Vaccines on the Horizon: Renewed Hope or Hype

Stanford Medicine: Scientist transform cancer cells into weapons against cancer

Sacramento and sourrounding area support and services:

Spirtiual Life Center

Placer county: Holiday Stress resources

Sacramento county: Tips for a holly jolly holiday season

What to do if you're alone for the holidays

The national number for mental health crises and suicide prevention is 9-8-8. You can call, text, or chat with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 24/7 for judgment-free support. 

Here are some other mental health hotlines:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) 
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741 
• SAMHSA's National Helpline: 800-662-HELP (800-662-4357) 
• Teen Line: 800-TLC-TEEN (800-852-8336) 
• National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) 

If you or someone you know is in crisis, you can also: Call 911, Go to the nearest emergency room, and Text MHA to 741741 at the Crisis Text Line. 

Tune in to this week's Spotlight/Professionals episode featuring Colette and Leah, as they welcome Amy Margolies, who received a HER2+ breast cancer diagnosis during her pregnancy. Aimee now offers cancer coaching at Sunshine Theory, sharing her mission: "I help survivors move from feeling, lost, anxious, and overwhelmed to finding calm, control, and renewed strength."

Sunshine Theory

Sunshine Theory YouTube

Sunshine Theory Instagram

Sunshine Theory Linktr.ee