Real Pink

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Oh The Places You’ll Go Fighting Cancer with Cara Sapida Jan 04, 2021

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Welcome to Season 3 of the Real Pink podcast!

The word “cancer” can bring about sudden and intense emotions. You may have feelings like fear, anger, frustration, depression and even helplessness. These emotions are normal. No one can tell you how to feel, how not to feel or to change the way you feel. Allowing yourself to express your emotions can help you begin to cope. Today’s guest is Cara Sapida. She found that writing about her experience was therapeutic and helped her to work through the shock and reality of her diagnosis.

Special Guest: Cara Sapida.

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Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Metastatic Breast Cancer – A Future Full of Hope with Janet Robinson Dec 28, 2020

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It is estimated there are more than 168,000 women living with metastatic breast cancer in the U.S. in 2020. Janet Robinson is one of these. She was diagnosed 5 years ago with breast cancer after discovering a dent in her left breast. She has since had 2 recurrences and 2 years ago she was diagnosed with MBC. Today Janet will share with you how a second opinion saved her life and how she has found hope even with a MBC diagnosis.

Special Guest: Janet Robinson.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

The Power of Positivity with Cinda Paynter Dec 21, 2020

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As hard as it may be to hear, metastatic breast cancer can not be cured today. However, metastatic breast cancer can be treated, with a focus on extending and improving quality of life. The journey can be a roller coaster and today’s guest has learned how to endure the highs and lows with balance, grit, and a positive attitude. Here to share what she has learned throughout her breast cancer journey is Cinda Paynter.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Anyone Can Get Breast Cancer with Susan Brown Dec 14, 2020

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One case of breast cancer is diagnosed in the U.S every two minutes. Yet, despite these statistics, no one is ever truly prepared to receive a breast cancer diagnosis and many feel completely blindsided by it. Susan Brown, Senior Director of Health Information and Publications at Susan G. Komen shares the story of her recent diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Special Guest: Susan Brown.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Breast Cancer, No Longer Your Grandmother’s Disease with Micha Logan Dec 07, 2020

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Micha Logan joins today's episode to share her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31.

Special Guest: Micha Logan.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Advocating for Diverse Representation in Clinical Trials with Ricki Fairley Nov 30, 2020

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Clinical trials test the safety and benefits of new treatments as well as new combinations (or new doses) of standard treatments. They can also study other parts of care including risk reduction, diagnosis and screening. People volunteer to take part in clinical trials and those who join help further the knowledge base that helps improve breast cancer care. Here today to share the importance of having a wide range of women represented in these clinical trials is Ricki Fairley.

Special Guest: Ricki Fairley.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Breast Cancer, Black Women, and Driving Better Outcomes with Athena Jones Nov 23, 2020

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Athena Jones joins the podcast to share her experience as a two-time breast cancer survivor currently researching the drivers of and solutions for more equitable breast cancer outcomes across the country. Athena is a national correspondent for CNN and has reported extensively on race relations and racial disparities for nearly a decade.

Special Guest: Athena Jones.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

How Technology Can Help Address Health Disparities with Dr. Sindhu Pandit Nov 16, 2020

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Dr. Sindhu Pandit, is a Clinical Leader on the Global Healthcare and Life Sciences team at Salesforce. Most recently, Dr. Pandit was a Medical Director at Oschner Health System where she had clinical responsibilities in an acute inpatient rehabilitation unit, a multidisciplinary multiple sclerosis clinic, and an outpatient clinical role in a general physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) clinic. Dr. Pandit is a board-certified physician in PM&R and continues to practice today.

Special Guest: Dr. Sindhu Pandit.

Sponsored By:

Amgen Oncology: At Amgen, we are committed to the relentless pursuit of breakthroughs for cancer patients and their families. We have a deep and diverse pipeline of cutting-edge therapeutic approaches that aim to improve outcomes. Amgen has been pursuing novel treatment approaches for more than 40 years. We never stop looking toward the next frontier of innovation to bring the greatest potential benefit to patients.

Getting the Most From a Telehealth Appointment with Erica Kuhn Nov 09, 2020

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Telehealth – or the ability to have an appointment with a medical provider over the phone of computer – has historically been limited to certain conditions and for certain types of appointments. But in response to COVID-19, telehealth is becoming more widely adopted. Erica Kuhn shares how to get the most out of telehealth on today's episode.

Special Guest: Erica Kuhn.

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Dragon Army: This episode was made possible by Dragon Army. Dragon Army is a purpose-driven agency on a mission to inspire happiness through positive relationships, impactful work, and doing good. Learn more at: https://www.dragonarmy.com/.

When Pink is a Color, Not a Ribbon with Victoria Shaw Nov 02, 2020

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PINK: The story behind Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Rita Wilson and Sara Evans song collaboration.

As a songwriter, Victoria Shaw often finds inspiration in her everyday life. And that’s exactly what happened with the new song “PINK”. After seeing a public service announcement for Susan G. Komen®, she thought to herself: “someday pink will just be another color and we won’t have to do this anymore.”

Listen to PINK now!

Special Guest: Victoria Shaw.

Sponsored By:

Walgreens: Support for this podcast comes from Feel More Like You: a new podcast from Walgreens. Cancer not only affects your health – it affects your identity. But feeling like yourself goes a long way to help heal. Feel More Like You brings you a first-of-its-kind look into a cancer journey, with personal survivor stories to help you look – and feel – more like you. Support for this podcast comes from Feel More Like You: a new podcast from Walgreens. Cancer not only affects your health – it affects your identity. But feeling like yourself goes a long way to help heal. Feel More Like You brings you a first-of-its-kind look into a cancer journey, with personal survivor stories to help you look – and feel – more like you. Listen to Feel More Like You season 2 now, wherever you get your podcasts.

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