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Sips With SurvivorsIntentional Rest On this week's episode we Vicki shares why we need rest and how to be intentional with it. She also shares tips to get intentional mental and physical rest. First of all, what is REST…. It is freedom from activity or labor. It is a state of motionlessness or inactivity. This includes not moving your body, and resting your mind. Many times, our minds and our expectations of ourselves are that we need to do it all. We need to read that book, meet that friend, go to the gym, walk the dog, and so on...2023-04-0516 minSips With SurvivorsMommy Has CancerOn this episode of Sips with Survivors, Randalynn takes the show solo. She will dive into how she shared that she was sick and that she had cancer with her then 3 and 7 year old children. She shares when she decided she needed to tell them she was sick, how much she wanted to tell them and exactly what she would share with them. Navigating all of this as a divorced mom, she had to share with her family and her ex-husband. Randalynn wanted them all to understand what the kids knew, how it should be communicated and wh...2023-03-2211 minSips With SurvivorsChoose a Guiding WordToday’s podcast is going to focus on choosing a guiding word. We recognize that we are already well into 2023, and many people choose a word at the new year, but we also want to remind you that you can select a word any time. You set the intention that you will be focused on that word from point A to B and you it as a guidepost. Think back over the last few months or a year. What is something you want to be better at or you need a reminder to get you back on trac...2023-03-0821 minSips With SurvivorsNavigating Fear/AnxietyIt is safe to say that being a cancer survivor comes with certain levels of fear and anxiety at times. It’s normal to feel like this, but do not get stuck here. Work through it, manage it, and do not let it consume you. Fear creeps in when you are diagnosed, have a scan, sitting in the chemo chair - really anything related to a cancer diagnosis is scary! It is obviously not just cancer either. Fear comes from a lot of things in life… Any illness creates a level of fear. Making a big change in yo...2023-02-2220 min
Sips With SurvivorsWelcome BackWelcome back listeners to Sips With Survivors! We are excited to bring you new episodes and officially launch Season 2. We decided in March of last year that we were both feeling the need to take a bit of a break from recording. We are honest around here, and we know that in order for us to keep showing up for you in the future, we needed to rest and reset. The break was a bit longer than we anticipated, but we are back. We took the last 10 months and focused on enjoying our lives and sp...2023-02-0812 minSips With SurvivorsLet's Pause for a Moment...We are using this episode to mark the end of our Season 1 of Sips with Survivors. April 12th will be the anniversary of our very first episode. We have had some incredible guests and talked through more topics than we can list! Thank you for tuning in each week, providing feedback, reviews and topics for the podcast. We appreciate each and every one of you! One thing we want you to hear is that we’re not going away, we’ll be back with Season 2 soon. Like many of you, we need to hit the pause button for a...2022-03-3113 minSips With SurvivorsJournaling with MeghanThis week Randalynn and Vicki are excited to introduce you to an incredible human. She is a fellow podcaster, a writer and a professor with a PhD in English- Meghan Hurley Powell. Meghan has so much to share with the world, but on this episode we had her deep dive into journaling and how to approach writing your own book - which she just did! So many survivors in our community want to work through journaling but do not know exactly how to start. On this episode we chat about getting started. Meghan helps us tackle some w...2022-03-2336 minSips With SurvivorsNavigating Anxiety and Check UpsOn this episode the ladies are chatting about Anxiety, Stress in relation to check ups, Scanxiety…whatever you want to call it. The stress and anxiety around the time of your checkups is real. Why is that? The reality is many times the worst has happened…when you were least expecting it, especially when you’ve been told you have cancer. A check up could turn into a reoccurrence or another ailment. It is stressful and even though we don’t want to, we play out worst case scenarios because the worst many times seems to have already happened to us....2022-03-1619 minSips With SurvivorsFacing Lymphedema With Kelly StrumOn this episode Randalynn and Vicki are diving into what is Lymphedema, tips for managing it and tips for a proper diagnosis. We are chatting with the incredible Kelly Sturm (Reed), PT, DPT. We found Kelly not that long ago, as Vicki has been dealing with lymphedema issues from some of her recent surgeries and her past cancer surgeries. She is a wealth of knowledge and sharing it with the cancer community. Kelly is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and she specializes in oncology and lymphedema, as well as pelvic health. Her YouTube channel is FULL of...2022-03-0943 minSips With SurvivorsLiving WITH, Not IN FearIt’s something we all do in the beginning after a life changing event… we live in fear. On this episode Vicki and Randalynn chat about how we can learn to live WITH fear… instead of IN fear all the time. There comes a point where we have to accept and process the fear, but we also must not allow it to control our lives. If we constantly live in fear, how do we continue to live our lives? How can you transition from IN fear to WITH Fear: Having someone who’s been through a si...2022-03-0222 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Tanya WestOn this week's episode Randalynn and Vicki sit down with Tanya West, an incredible woman who has been diagnosed with 4 different types of cancers over the years. Melanoma, Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Basal Cell, and Glioblastoma. She has turned her journey into a quest to provide other survivors with the knowledge she has gained as an entrepreneur and works to share her health tips for body, mind, and spirit. October of 2020 she had emergency brain surgery and was diagnosed with Glioblastoma…and was told that this cancer was… Incurable. She shares that fear took over and she fe...2022-02-2329 minSips With SurvivorsJust BreathOn this week's episode Vicki and Randalynn are chatting the importance of therapeutic yoga and breath work with the incredible Breanna Stutheit. Breanna shares with us that the #1 complaint from most of her students is fatigue! The best way to combat that is with moderate movement. You need to listen to your body, and build a mindfulness and awareness so you can address the attention it is needing from you. Did you know that your breathing is the only reflex you have control over...? (Learn something new everyday). Breanna walks us through a 5 minute relaxation ex...2022-02-1637 minSips With SurvivorsPositive PantsOn this episode Vicki and Randalynn are chatting about focusing on positivity. We joke about putting on positive pants, but it sure can make a difference. We know it can be difficult at times to maintain a positive attitude, and sometimes you need to let yourself sit in your feelings no matter what they are. We need to feel the things impacting us. But we also recognize that we need to consciously focus on being in a positive place, to drive a happier life. Start the day with something positive that makes you feel good (working o...2022-02-0919 minSips With SurvivorsAsking For What You NeedIn this episode Randalynn and Vicki discuss how to ask for what you need or want in relationships. Sometimes it can truly be difficult to ask for what we need, or speak up when we feel we deserve something other than what we are receiving. This can be at work, in a marriage and in friendships. Saying what we need or want from a relationship is half the battle of achieving a successful one! So many times we do not want to have that awkward conversation with a friend, or spouse, but we not doing ou...2022-02-0226 minSips With SurvivorsOne Day to RememberOn this episode Randalynn and Vicki sit down with Rachel, formally an oncology nurse and now the incredible founder of One Day to Remember. One Day to Remember is a non-profit dedicated to giving families with children impacted by a parent's diagnosis, one fun day to make memories as a family. One Day to Remember strives to provide a curated experience that is individualized for each family at no cost to them. These can be at home or at local attractions. Their goal is to give families dealing with a life-limiting illness the opportunity to make lasting, p...2022-01-2629 minSips With SurvivorsDear Me.. This is my grief letterThis week Randalynn and Vicki dive into writing a letter to yourself and letting some of the grief you feel for your past self go. Allow yourself to feel all the things and get them out - there are no right or wrong things to say, this is how you are feeling. These are YOUR FEELINGS and it is YOUR LOSS. Some things you may want to say to your former self: "you were incredible and I loved how..." "there are days I still wish I was able to..." "I'm angry be...2022-01-1921 min
Sips With SurvivorsWhat If You Could...This week Vicki and Randalynn are diving in and talking about What if you could... So many times we stay in a place of comfort. We know we can do this, so we stay here. You've done this before, you know how to do it and you are comfortable. This can be anything... a job, a relationship, exercise program or lack there of. We forget sometimes that we are actually all stronger than we think. We just don’t know that to be true until we don’t really have a choice. Case in point - being diagnose...2022-01-1226 min
Sips With SurvivorsGoal GettingAs we set out to plan for our content this year, we wanted to start with New Year, New You... but this might not be what you think. More times than not the phrase is used for physical reasons… but let’s be honest, it’s way more than that. It seems we are always trying to find ourselves or figure things out. We are both goal setters, and wanted to use this episode to chat through setting goals that are important to you. That can be in relation to your health, career, family, etc. There are...2022-01-0530 minSips With SurvivorsNavigating GriefAfter a few recent losses in our cancer community, we have decided it was time to dive in and chat a bit about grief. There is never a good time to talk about this, but there is no time like the present as so many of us know. When you become a part of the cancer community you form relationships with other cancer patients and care givers. It’s something that’s so comforting, because this person gets you - they know what it’s like to be in your shoes. There are times that the people we meet...2021-12-1527 minSips With SurvivorsNavigating the HolidaysThe holidays are a tricky time of the year for anyone... But when it comes to a cancer diagnosis or illness that impacts your immune system, it can be even harder to navigate. Listen in as we share tips for survivors, caregivers and friends of those impacted this holiday season. Remember that the health, well being and needs of those currently compromised is our priority. This podcast has become something we greatly enjoy doing. We are honored to be able to meet incredible survivors, introduce our listeners to some incredible resources and share our lives af...2021-12-0823 min
Dear Cancer, I'm BeautifulIntroducing Sips With Survivors! With Founders Vicki Campana and Randalynn VaselMelissa had so much fun on the Sipps With Survivors podcast that she decided to invite founders Vicki Campana and Randalynn Vasel to join her right on Dear, Cancer I'm Beautiful! These ovarian cancer survivors and breast cancer previvors share their stories and AND offer up tons of great advice about starting your own podcast.2021-12-0850 minSips With SurvivorsCap & ConquerOn this episode Vicki and Randalynn sit down with a few of the ladies from Cap & Conquer. We are excited to introduce you to 3 of the founders, Ali (breast cancer survivor), Janet (ovarian cancer survivor) and Taylor (her sister is a Hodgkin's lymphoma cancer survivor). Each of them will share a bit about their diagnosis, how they know one another and how they came to be part of the amazing team that is Cap & Conquer. Their main focus is to help cancer patients "Cap & Conquer" hair loss from chemotherapy. Their mission is to break down financial and e...2021-12-0140 minSips With SurvivorsCatching UpThis week Randalynn and Vicki spend some time catching up after 2 months of incredible interviews. Thank you to all of the amazing women that have shared their diagnosis stories with us the last two months. We celebrated ovarian cancer thrivers in September and breast cancer thrivers in October. Thank you for sharing your stories of diagnosis, struggles, triumphs and so much more. We appreciate you all so much! Vicki and Randalynn can be found on Instagram @SipsWithSurvivors Vicki @VictoriouslyHopeful Randalynn @KickOvarianCancer2021-11-1720 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Dana and Founder of AnaOnoHave you heard of Dana Donofree? How about AnaOno...? If not, you are missing out. We encourage you to run to the site after you finish this episode - Because it is a good one with lots of laughs, an amazing story of triumph and amazing advice. (And check below for a discount code...) This week we introduce you to Dana Donofree, Founder and CEO of AnaOno. At the age of 27, Dana, a fashion designer who was about to get married, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She found her little lump while in the shower b...2021-11-1056 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Ruth: Survivor and Founder of Ears To YouThis week the ladies are chatting with Ruth Crane - A thriving Triple Negative Breast Cancer survivor and founder of Ears To You. Ruth shares with Randalynn and Vicki about her her cancer diagnosis and how she started her non-profit. Not only is she a cancer advocate, a blessing to the cancer community, but also a caring, thoughtful Mom. Ears To You began donating earrings in June 2008 and has helped thousands of cancer patients feel joyful and hopeful. They now host a yearly Gala raising funds for to continue supporting cancer patients and honoring amazing survivors. E...2021-11-0356 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Kelly (talkischeapxo)This week the ladies are chatting with Kelly Thomas - A thriving stage 3C TNBC - Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor and the founder of TNBC Thrivers. Kelly is 2 years NED and sharing her story, growth after cancer, encouraging other TNBC Thrivers and showing up for her community. Kelly dives deep into her cancer diagnosis this week and shares with our community the highs and lows of her initial diagnosis. Wondering how it may look when diagnosed, and what you happen leading up to treatment, Kelly shares her twists and turns of that part of her story. 2021-10-2746 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Melissa (Cancer Fashionista)This week the ladies of Sips With Survivors are introducing you to the Cancer Fashionista, Melissa Berry. She is a fashion and beauty publicist, who also happens to be a breast cancer survivor. After her own diagnosis, Melissa decided to take her experience with cancer and help women feel good and feel beautiful. Listen in as they sip, chat, laugh and dive into beauty during and after a cancer diagnosis. We all deserve to look and feel our best no matter what is going on in our lives. “I jump out of bed every single morning knowing that I’m going...2021-10-2044 minSips With Survivors27. Bonus: Episode: The Chick MissionVicki and Randalynn chatted and sipped with Tracy Weiss, a cancer survivor and got to learn about her cancer story, as well as an introduction into who and what The Chick Mission is all about. You don't want to miss this episode. The Chick Mission is a national community of patients, survivors, parents, doctors, advocates, friends, and loved ones working together to preserve hope, sanity, and choice for women battling cancer. Their mission is to ensure every young woman newly diagnosed with cancer has the option to preserve fertility through direct financial support, educational programs, a...2021-10-1643 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Ashadee (dearcancer_itsme)On this week's episode Vicki and Randalynn sip and chat with breast cancer survivor and thriver Ashadee Miller. She is loving mother, wife and fitness enthusiast. She has been and continues to be an amazing advocate and speaker for health and fitness within the breast cancer community. Ashadee shares her diagnosis, family and healing process with the community @dearcancer_itsme on Instagram. She is an eloquent writer and speaker, sharing her beautiful words with her followers. You can also find some of her articles at https://www.everydayhealth.com/authors/ashadee-miller/ Please follow along with us...2021-10-1348 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Anna (My Cancer Chic)This week Vicki and Randalynn sip and chat with Anna Crollman. She is not only a breast cancer survivor, but also an amazing Mom, thriver and beauty lover. She loves sharing pieces of her life and how wellness, style and beauty have helped her thrive as a wife, mother and content creator! You can find Anna's blog filled with tips for during treatment, after, fertility, motherhood, beauty and so much more. www.MyCancerChic.com Find Anna on all social channels @MyCancerChic If you wanted to try the protein shake she mentioned from Chike, that flavor combos sounded delish! She's sharing her...2021-10-0649 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor SaraThis week Randalynn and Vicki are chatting, sipping and laughing with ovarian cancer survivor Sara. Sara is a vibrant young survivor who chats about diagnosis, treatment, cold capping and longing for a sense of community that worked for her. After seeking a place to feel like she belonged in the ovarian cancer community, she decided to create one herself. Young Ovarian Cancer Women is a space for young women diagnosed with ovarian cancer to share their story. She encourages women to come for support, share tips, tricks and even hosts zoom get togethers. Sara can be...2021-09-2941 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor ShirleyRandalynn and Vicki are chatting with friend and ovarian cancer thriver Shirley this week. Shirley shares about her diagnosis, how she found community while going through her diagnosis, and how important our mental health is. Not only during a cancer diagnosis, but for anyone dealing with something difficult in their life, paying attention to your mental health is vital. Shirley shares about Clearity Foundation how she was able to get involved by supporting other ovarian cancer survivors. If you are looking for support or want to learn more about Clearity https://www.clearityfoundation.org/ ...2021-09-2259 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor KarinThis week Randalynn and Vicki are chatting with ovarian cancer survivor Karin. Karin shares her diagnosis of Stage 2 dysgerminoma in 2019, as well as her recurrence earlier this year. She shares a story of how neighbors came together to welcome her home from her last treatment in July. A community she barely new yet (as they had recently moved) showed up for her. This reminded us that there is still some kindness from strangers in this world. Karin is currently focused on getting her energy back up and her family. She continues to focus on strength and...2021-09-1537 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivor Jess (on a Journey)This week Randalynn and Vicki are chatting with ovarian cancer survivor Jess. Jess shares how she was diagnosed just this year during her fertility challenges. She has a love of keeping her body moving before and after treatment, and shares a bit on how you can too. She reminds herself daily that - You Can, You Will Follow her along on Instagram (you won't regret it) as she story tells her way through ovarian cancer @jjsjourney21 - Jess on a Journey. Bonus - You will also get to see pics of her new puppy Dash...2021-09-0837 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Survivors Mai & SherryWe are kicking off Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month with 2 amazing survivors from FL. All of us met via social media back in 2017 and have grown to be friends, cheering one another on along the way. Mai and Sherry are both active in treatments today, and still manage to find time to support others in the ovarian cancer community. Listen in as we chat about their diagnosis, current treatment plans and how they support the community. Ladies - Thank you for using your experiences to support others that may need it. You can find out...2021-08-3048 minSips With Survivors"Are You Okay?""Are you okay?" - Let's be honest, do you truly answer this truthfully when asked? More times than not, chances are that you don't. Or maybe it's makes you cringe and you quickly answer "good", "okay", or "fine" because answering honestly just takes too much emotional energy sometimes. On today's episode Randalynn and Vicki discuss how as a cancer survivor, divorcee, or any other challenging circumstances it's completely a-okay to not be okay. Sometimes you just need time or the tools to work through what's going on in order to be okay. We weren't always as good...2021-08-2419 minSips With SurvivorsSurvivor to Superhero Matt OdeThis week Vicki and Randalynn are chatting with Matt Ode. A stage 3 Testicular cancer survivor diagnosed at just age 24. He survived a 2 week coma, complete live and kidney failure and worked his way back to health. Once a personal trainer, he now spends his time sharing his amazing story and positive energy. You will quickly realize during this episode that not only is Matt an amazing human being, but he is also a vibrant, enthusiastic, and energetic guy who now focuses on helping individuals transform their mind, body and spirt. He is a transformation coach and an In...2021-08-1726 minSips With SurvivorsWhat’s Good with You?What if instead of starting a conversation by asking "how are you?", a common greeting, you asked "what's good with you?"? Sure, you're going to catch some people off guard at first but the intent is to find more about the person you're conversing with and focus on the positive vs. going down the slippery slope "how are you?" may take one. Try it out, let us know how it went!2021-08-1116 min
Sips With SurvivorsWhy We Just Can't Quit CancerOn this episode Randalynn and Vicki chat about why they continue to talk about cancer and why they have made a decision not to stop. From awareness to education, and most importantly speaking up for those who can no longer speak for themselves, they will continue to use our voices. The topic of cancer itself sometimes makes people uncomfortable. Our goal is to not make you uncomfortable, but to help spread awareness, help educate and ultimately work to save lives. Join us as we chat about why we continue to advocate. We would love...2021-07-2717 min
Sips With SurvivorsMeet The BreastiesJoin Vicki and Randalynn as they chat with some of the incredible ladies from The Breasties. Let's learn more about our breast friends. Who they are, what amazing things have they been doing the last few years and how have the adapted so they can continue to support the needs of the community. The mission of The Breasties is to empower those affected by breast and reproductive cancers by igniting strength and positivity through connection, free retreats, wellness activities, events and an all-inclusive resourceful online community. the hope is to spread the message that whatever you are g...2021-07-2056 min
Sips With SurvivorsIt's NOT a Free Boob JobAre you a previvor or breast cancer survivor and have heard the words, "At least you got a free boob job"? Are you someone that has said that to someone else? Randalynn and Vicki dive in and chat about how breast surgeries for breast cancer survivors and previvors are anything but a free boob job. We ask you to listen in and understand that these are not things you want to say to a breast cancer patient, or to a someone trying to avoid breast cancer. Please do not say it. You can fin...2021-07-1328 min
Sips With SurvivorsCancer Rebel Coach Dr. AmydeeJoin us this week as we chat with Dr Amydee. Not only is she a fellow ovarian cancer survivor, a mom, an oncology pharmacist, a competitive weightlifter, author of surviveHER (where she shared stories of women fighting cancer) but also the Cancer Rebel Coach. We chat about survivorship and how Amy turned her own cancer diagnosis into a way to help other women. She has launched the Cancer Rebel Program which is a 6 week small group program for female cancer survivors. If you want to feel at home in your post-cancer body by increasing energy, lo...2021-07-0651 min
Sips With SurvivorsBe The Match with Jared LipscombThis week Randalynn and Vicki are bringing you a very special interview with Jared Lipscomb. Jared is an amazing makeup artist, sometimes drag queen, and a leukemia and transplant survivor. His comeback story is one for the books. He beat cancer while being in isolation, during covid, and then became a transplant recipient. When he is not hosting his own amazing podcast Back On Air with Jared Lipscomb he is an advocate for Be The Match. Listen in as they dive into Jared's diagnosis. He will share how his family and (some famous) friends rallied ar...2021-06-2949 min
Sips With SurvivorsIt's OK To ChangeThis week we are diving into how we evolve and change over time. Many times we experience something traumatic or difficult that truly changes the way we behave, how we navigate life and how we choose to move forward. Many of us have had to navigate a cancer diagnosis, an illness, a loss, even a divorce or a major surgery. These things are hard and truly can cause you to change. Many people don’t even realize that while they were going through something, they were changing along the way. We would love and greatly appreciate it you...2021-06-2222 min
Sips With SurvivorsSometimes I Miss The Little ThingsIn this episode Randalynn and Vicki chat about missing things after a cancer diagnosis. The ladies share some of the things they miss now that they are on the other side of treatment. You can find us on Instagram @Sipswithsurvivors Vicki @victoriouslyhopeful Randalynn @kickovariancancer2021-06-1519 min
Sips With SurvivorsNational Cancer Survivors MonthIt's National Cancer Survivors Month, a time to celebrate how far those battling a cancer diagnosis have come! In this episode we sit down and chat with fellow survivor and thriver, Monica Brooks and chat about what it means to be a cancer survivor. From the moment you are diagnosed you are surviving! Monica shares how she is advocating and sharing her breast cancer diagnosis to help support her community. Her most recent endeavor has been launching her own podcast with her Doctor, who is also a breast cancer survivor. Join us this we...2021-06-0830 min
Sips With SurvivorsCelebrating All The ThingsIn this episode Randalynn and Vicki chat about celebrating all of the Things! Big or small, celebrate it all. No matter who you are or what you are going through right now, find something to celebrate. Be proud of the things you have accomplished. The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey The ladies share some of the things they have chosen to celebrate over the years and why. Sometimes we get so caught up in believing that there has to be a special r...2021-06-0118 min
Sips With SurvivorsMental HealthIt is mental health awareness month, so Randalynn and Vicki decided it was time to chat about the fact that it is not only your physical health that is impacted by cancer, but also your mental health. On this episode they will share stories of how each of them has hit a breaking point, and how it still happens today. Your mental health is impacted by everything going in your life, good or bad! From a cancer diagnosis, health concerns, divorce, marriage challenges, kids... the list goes on. Make sure you are taking time for yo...2021-05-2530 min
Sips With SurvivorsSupporting Someone During a Difficult TimeIn this episode Randalynn and Vicki dive into how to support someone going through a difficult time in their life. They will chat through ideas on how to show support to someone whether they are an acquaintance, friend, co-worker, or a family member that is going through a difficult time. Sometimes it is hard to know the best way to support someone, so they dive in and chat through ideas to help lift others up. Follow along with us on Instagram @SipsWithSurvivors 2021-05-1822 min
Sips With SurvivorsWhat's in a Chemo Bag?Randalynn and Vicki chat about ideas and things that they found helpful on chemo days from the chemo bag to who to bring with you and what helped them pass the time. If you are starting treatment, here are some things to consider tossing in your bag or if you are looking for gift ideas for friends starting chemo. Few ideas we share in this episode Chemo bag ideas: Blanket Pillow Drinking cup with lid and straw Chapstick, lotion Slippers, Comfy Socks Snacks Headphones, iPad, playlist Port accessible shirt Comfortable clothing Books - Gift Car...2021-05-1121 min
Sips With SurvivorsWorld Ovarian Cancer DayIn this episode Randalynn and Vicki share why World Ovarian Cancer day is so impactful and important to their cancer community. They will share signs and symptoms, as well as potential tests to confirm an ovarian cancer diagnosis. Did you know that A PAP TEST DOES NOT DETECT OVARIAN CANCER? Listen to learn more! #PowerfulTogether Please follow along on Instagram @SipsWithSurvivors - Today we will be sharing videos from fellow thrivers in our community. Join us as we sip, chat and navigate life. Don't forget, YOU are mor...2021-05-0818 min
Sips With SurvivorsNavigating next steps after a diagnosisIn our last episode we shared how we both found out we had cancer and what the initial shock may look like - the whole GET THIS OUT OF ME mode, but realizing it takes time for your oncology team to run all of the appropriate pathology reports to come up with a treatment plan that is best for you...we get it, it feels like it’s taking FOREVER! This episode dives into what to expect when you receive a cancer diagnosis. This episode will be helpful not only to a person receiving a diagnosis but also...2021-05-0423 min
Sips With SurvivorsI’m sorry, you have cancer...Now WhatIn our second episode of Sips With Survivors Randalynn and Vicki dive in and share how they received the news that they had cancer. Each experienced a different path in diagnosis and how they began the process to navigate next steps. Please follow along on Instagram as well @SipsWithSurvivors You can find Vicki @victoriouslyhopeful and Randalynn @kickovariancancer Join us as we sip, chat and navigate life. Don't forget, YOU are more than cancer.2021-04-2724 minSips With SurvivorsMeet Randalynn and VickiWelcome to episode 1 of Sips With Survivors. In this episode you will meet your hosts Randalynn and Vicki. We are two ovarian cancer survivors and breast cancer previvors navigating life after cancer. We will share who we are, how we met and why we decided to start a podcast together. We will share what you can expect on future episodes too! Please follow along on Instagram as well @SipsWithSurvivors You can find Vicki @victoriouslyhopeful and Randalynn @kickovariancancer Join us as we sip, chat and navigate life. Don't forge...2021-04-1318 min
WashU Ob/Gyn RocksInspiring Each Other—Coming together for a world without cancerIt’s Gynecologic cancer awareness month AND the final push for Siteman’s Pedal the Cause event! Listen to two of our amazing residents, Drs. Elizabeth Johns and Whitney Grither, who are joining forces with two patients, Sandi Essner and Randalynn Vasel, and our own Pedal-funded physician scientist, Dr. Katherine Fuh to discuss why Pedal the Cause is so meaningful.2020-09-1754 min