About this episode
The journey through a serious medical condition is never easy, but when the diagnosis is cancer, it can be downright harrowing. As a clinical psychologist and woman, I've personally known the deep pain of losing loved ones to cancer, and the challenges are surely intense. And for all the souls who have been through similar experiences, you know how taxing it can be physically, mentally, and spiritually. In this episode, Dr. Carla Manly is joined by Andrea Wilson Woods, a renowned patient advocate, author of the award-winning book, Better Off Bald: A Life in 147 Days , speaker, and founder of the nonprofit Blue Faery: The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association, will tell her story, increase our knowledge, and give us uplifting hope along the way. Topics discussed include cancer, cancer diagnosis, liver cancer, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, biopsy, death, medical community, support, self-care, family, drug use, drug abuse, physicians, chemotherapy, suicidal, suicidality, and advocacy. Please note that this episode may contain sensitive material; listener discretion is advised. Emergency Assistance Note: If you or someone you know needs immediate support, please call your emergency services. In the US, 24/7 help is available by calling “911” or “988” (Suicide and Crisis Hotline). Support/informational links are in the show notes. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: No expert in this (or any episode) is offering medical or psychological direction; the content is purely informational in nature. Please consult your physician or healthcare provider before undertaking any new regimen or procedure. https://www.nami.org/support-education/nami-helpline/ Connect with Dr. Carla Manly: Website: https://www.drcarlamanly.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarlamanly/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drcarlamanly/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcarlamanly LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carla-marie-manly-8682362b/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carlamariemanly8543 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr_carla_manly Books by Dr. Carla Manly: Joy From Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams by Making Fear Your Friend Date Smart: Transform Your Relationships and Love Fearlessly Aging Joyfully: A Woman’s Guide to Optimal Health, Relationships, and Fulfillment for Her 50s and Beyond The Joy of Imperfect Love: The Art of Creating Healthy, Securely Attached Relationships Imperfect Love Relationship & Oracle Card Deck by Dr. Carla Manly: Etsy Amazon Connect with Andrea Wilson Woods: Website: https://andreawilsonwoods.com Blue Faery: https://www.bluefaery.org/ Podcast: https://andreawilsonwoods.com/podcast/better-off-bald/better-bald-episode-1-before-adrienne/ Book: https://betteroffbald.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreawilwoods/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAndreaWilsonWoods LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreawilsonwoods/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AndreaWilsonWoods Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://drcarlamanly.com/