Today, we are wrapping the season up with the wonderful, and bubbly Gemma!

Gemma shares her story of multiple myeloma; from the 5 months of being dismissed for simply having a 'bad back', to coming to terms with such a diagnosis, all the way to where she's at now. Gemma also opens up about her different treatments, including her experience of a Stem Cell Transplant - a serious medical procedure used to replace damaged or destroyed blood cells with healthy ones.

Gemma describes that time of her life as like 'walking on a tightrope', trying to hold things together as best she can before she wobbles off. She shares many powerful insights into the impact that cancer, and continuous invasive treatments have on an individual.

Despite all that she has been through, Gemma is the epitome of 'Mortal and Strong' and continues to find joy in the little things. A huge thank you to Gemma for joining us and becoming another fantastic Voice in our Scars of Gold Campaign.

Thank you all so much for listening and joining us this Season, lots more to come from Mortal and Strong so stay tuned!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

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This week, for our penultimate episode of the season, we welcome the wonderful soul that is Melissa. Melissa shares her story of living with Type 1 Diabetes, a condition she has had since childhood.

Melissa talks us through what it's like to live with such a serious condition, the many different types medical technologies she has used throughout the years to control her Diabetes, and the incredible technological advancements that are helping her to get her life back. Melissa speaks with such grace and optimism, while also talking frankly about the complexities of living with Type 1 Diabetes.

Despite having lived with this condition for most of her life, Melissa still finds joy every day and finds ways to appreciate the small things!

A huge thank you to Melissa for being another fantastic Voice for our Scars of Gold campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #diabtetes #autoimmune #autoimmunecondition #type1 #type1diabetes

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Bridie was diagnosed with Stage 4 Endometriosis at the age of 17, 7 years after her first period and first unusual symptoms. 

Bridie discusses her initial symptoms; severely heavy bleeding, irregular/long periods, blood clots, to name a few. She shares how she was dismissed by her GP’s for years, even being told by her doctor before a diagnostic laparoscopy that they “weren’t going to find anything”.

For this reason, Bridie also voices the importance of self-advocacy and having someone with you to help fight your corner.

Bridie also talks about her fertility issues as a result of the endo, and her early journey with IVF - sharing thought provoking insights into the complex emotions that go in to such an endeavour.

Dr Liz and Bridie also discuss WHIN, and the important work they do to make real change within women’s health.

A huge thank you to Bridie for joining us, and being another brilliant voice in the Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #endo #endometriosis #fertilityissues #menstrualhealth #ivf 

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Holly shares her story of chronic health issues, beginning all the way in childhood when her chronic pain first set in. Holly talks frankly about her Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), hyper-mobility, Atrial Fibrillation (AF), and cluster headaches. She candidly shares what it's truly like living with these conditions, while also managing to remain hopeful, positive and finding continuous joy in the every day!

Holly also tells of her heart wrenching experience of Meningitis; from the very first symptoms, the long wait to be diagnosed, all the way up to now... 5 years on. She shares her raw insight into experiencing this major brain infection, and importantly shares how an illness like Meningitis doesn't end when you leave the hospital. Holly discusses life after meningitis, recovery, and tells Dr Liz of how she is a completely different person than she was before.

Holly is a perfect example of what it means to be Mortal and Strong, and we are so thankful to her for being another wonderful Voice for our Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #meningitis #eds #ehlersdanlossyndrome #cardiacarrhythmia #artialfibrillation #hypermobility #chronichealth #chronicpain

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Charlie discusses her story of cardiac arrhythmia and cardiac syncope. Charlie's symptoms started during childhood, regularly passing out while playing games and doing exercise at school. She was repeatedly dismissed by doctors, with this cycle continuing throughout Charlies teen years and well into adulthood. Eventually after years of experiencing debilitating fatigue, exercise intolerance, extensive testing for other conditions, Charlie was finally diagnosed and treatment could at last begin.

Charlies story is sadly not uncommon, but a stark reminder of how medical gaslighting can be devastating to the patients experiencing it. Charlie recalls how she was told so many times that nothing was wrong and it was all in her head, that she began to question whether they were right. She was sent multiple times for psychiatric assessment, despite having a physical condition (that was undiagnosed).

Charlie talks openly, and honestly about her experiences, while offering insightful advice to encourage others to keep advocating for themselves. Despite all that Charlie has been through she remains hopeful, and dedicated to advocating for others in the cardiac sphere. Charlie is one of our fantastic artists for the Scars of Gold Campaign, as well as curator for Sudden Cardiac Art (in conjunction with our friends at HeartCharged) - a brilliant art show focusing on cardiac health.

A huge thank you to Charlie for coming and sharing her story with us, and being another excellent voice for the Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #cardiac #cardiachealth #tachycardia #cardiacarrhythmia

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Kim's story is honest, open and likely relatable to many going through a similar journey. Kim discusses facing this diagnosis, her treatments, surgeries, emotional outlook, worries, and what it was like raising a young child throughout this difficult time of her life.

Kim also talks about how hard she is finding post treatment life, and having everyone else move on, while she is still stuck with the fear of 'what if'. She discusses how frustrating she finds the dreaded 'you look well' comments, and shares insightful opinions on why this doesn't always come across as well meaning as intended!

Kim's episode is another important insight into what it is like to face your mortality at a young age, and despite the hard times, Kim still finds so much to be grateful for and still manages to find joy every day.

A huge thank you to Kim for being another brilliant voice in the Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #cancer #breastcancer #healthpodcast 

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Today, Dr Liz is joined by the powerhouse that is Tanya. Tanya talks us through her health journey which started at just 8 years old when she began experiencing severe migraines, these migraines continued for many years until in her early 20's, Tanya suffered a stroke. She was later diagnosed with Factor V Leiden, a blood clotting disorder, that had led to these migraines and eventual stroke.

Tanya also shares her intense journey of living with Endometriosis and Adenomyosis, discussing how she overlooked heavy bleeding, and pain, as she was told these were simply 'normal' symptoms of menstruating. It wasn't until she was older, that these diagnosis' came, and Tanya became a fierce advocate for people with Endo and Adeno.

Tanya discusses the many things she feels she has missed out on due to these conditions; that she feels she could be a better mum, how she lost her job, and talks of the general struggles and exhaustion you face when you are chronically ill.

Today, Tanya holds workshops in schools, colleges, and workplaces to further educate people on all things menstrual health. Tanya speaks so openly about these conditions, and is dedicated on raising awareness and education so women don't have to suffer alone. We are so grateful to Tanya for becoming another one of our fantastic Voices for the Scars of Gold campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #adenomyosis #endometriosis #endo #adeno #menstrualhealth #gynaehealth

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Natalie talks us through her journey of Stage 3 Breast Cancer; from originally finding thickening of the skin on her breast, to receiving chemotherapy and a double mastectomy. Natalie shares her experience of facing her mortality, and the impact it has had not only on her, but on those around her too. She discusses treatment, her decision to stay 'flat' after her double mastectomy, and her new outlook on life and determination to live life well.

Natalie also discusses the incredible Willow Foundation, a charity that helps seriously ill young adults make memories by gifting days/trips/experiences/ect. Natalie talks about her families trip, and speaks of the importance of having things to look forward to as a respite for the whole family from the world of chronic heath.

Another insightful episode on the ups and downs of facing your mortality, whilst still being able to find joy in the every day. A huge thank you to Natalie for sh

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

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Mel's story begins with a back ache that was dismissed, even when she lost the ability to walk. After further investigation, tumours were found in Mel's spine and she was shortly diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer which likely started in her breast. Mel talks us through her cancer journey; her fierce determination to dance again, her touching appreciation for her health care team, and the mental implications of regaining strength (both physical and mental).

Mel's story is raw and heart felt, and her ability to still find joy throughout all of this is truly inspiring. Thank you to Mel for sharing your story with us and being another incredible voice for the Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #cancer #breastcancer #healthpodcast #spinalcancer #denovocancer

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Dr Julie tells her story of late miscarriage and post partum depression, sharing invaluable insight into the emotional trauma of losing a baby and the long term effects of said loss. Julie talks so openly and honestly about this difficult time in her life, and also discusses how the fear and anxiety of losing a baby carried over into her other pregnancies - something she wishes she could have enjoyed more. Dr Julie shares her advice for people going through a similar time, encouraging people to seek help when they need it, and talk about their feelings; reiterating you are not along in this journey, and things can get better.

Julie tells us how she was adamant in turning her pain into purpose, while also using her medical knowledge as a GP to create change from within, she touches on her upcoming book all about the 4th trimester and hopes to help people better understand the mental and physical complications of pregnancy, baby loss, and the post partum experience.

Huge thank you to Dr Julie for sharing her story with us, and becoming a Voice for the Scars of Gold Campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #babyloss #postnataldepression #healthpodcast #postpartum #miscarriage 

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Lucy shares her story of living with breast cancer; both as someone who went into remission, to later receiving a Stage 4 diagnosis. Lucy also discusses her treatment, mastectomy, and finding out she was pregnant shortly after her initial diagnosis.

This episode is incredibly insightful as to the emotional impact of such a heavy diagnosis, and Lucy speaks so eloquently and honestly about her experience. Discussing the huge impact facing your mortality has on relationships with others, as well as yourself, the implications of a ‘crack on’ mentality, and how not having chemo made her feel she wasn’t ‘sick enough’.

Thank you to Lucy for such a raw, thoughtful interview, and becoming another fantastic voice for our Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #cancer #breastcancer #healthpodcast #mastectomy 

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Clare talks us through her experience of being diagnosed, and living with Fibromyalgia, and Endometriosis. Clare shares how tricky it was to have doctors take her pain seriously, particularly as someone who struggles with her mental health, often having organic physical symptoms brushed off as anxiety. Clare speaks on the medical gaslighting she has experienced, and the mental and physical toll having to fight to be heard takes on a person, on top of these already debilitating diagnosis'.

Clare also shares about her life as a young carer, for her mum with MSA (Multiple System Atrophy) - a rate neurological condition. She talks us through navigating this challenging time in her life, while also experiencing her own chronic health symptoms/conditions.

Clare's story is informative, touching, and a powerful insight into living with multiple chronic health conditions. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of self advocacy - especially for young people (particularly those with mental health conditions) who are so often dismissed.

Thank you Clare for being another fantastic Voice for our Scars of Gold Campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #fibromyalgia #MSA #healthpodcast #endometriosis #endo 

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Kerrie talks us through her journey of being born with congenital heart disease, eventually being formally diagnosed with Aortic Stenosis experiencing her first open heart surgery as a baby.

After this, Kerrie grew up mostly unaware of her heart condition until the age of 27 when she found out she also had a bicuspid aortic valve, a heart valve abnormality where the aortic valve has two leaflets instead of the usual three. This lead to yet another open heart surgery, where Kerrie had to have her complete aortic valve replaced. Devastatingly, Kerrie's body rejected this valve and she was forced to undergo yet another surgery for a further replacement. She talks us through this whole process, giving a detailed insight into this intense surgery and the mental and physical toll this took on her.

Things were looking up, Kerrie got married, had a child, and was finding her feet again when she abruptly got a heart infection that went Septic. Kerrie speaks so eloquently about this horrific time, and the emotional trauma she faced; from not being diagnosed straight away, to being told she needed surgery and the doctors not thinking she would make it. After being in an induced coma for 20 days while the doctors rebuilt her heart, including another aortic valve replacement, Kerrie beat the odds and woke up!

Kerrie's story is intense, but full of hope, self advocation, and a fierce determination to live. We are so grateful to Kerrie for sharing her powerful story with us for the Scars of Gold Campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #cardiac #cardiology #healthpodcast #sepsis #congenitalheartdisease 

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Lisa talks us through her story of being diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma at just 18 years old. Just as she was ready to go off to university, Lisa's world was turned upside down by cancer, chemo, and the physical and mental after-effects a diagnosis like this has, especially at such a young age.

After getting back to some normality, Lisa also shares how she went on to be diagnosed with hypothyroidism, and later when pregnant with her second child, a second primary diagnosis of thyroid cancer. Lisa talks candidly of her patient experiences, giving us an insight into the fear of leaving two young children to face a thyroidectomy, as well as radioactive iodine therapy, and so much more.

Despite all that has happened, Lisa still manages to find joy and hope; even sharing her gratitude that these experiences have lead her to the life she has now.

We are so grateful to Lisa for sharing her story for the Mortal and Strong Scars of Gold Campaign - thank you Lisa!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #thyroidcancer #cancer #healthpodcast #hypothyroidism #hodgkinslymphoma 

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Amie shares a unique insight into what it's like living with 'arrhythmogenic bileaflet mitral valve prolapse', and the isolation you can feel when facing such a rare condition with little sense of community. Thanks to charities like Heart Charged, she has found her voice, and feels encouraged to speak out about being a young person facing her mortality through ill cardiac health.

We are so grateful to Amie for becoming part of the Scars of Gold campaign, and are excited to see her continuing efforts in raising awareness of cardiac conditions!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

 #podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #breastcancer #cancer #healthpodcast 

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Natalie speaks on the difficulties of receiving a diagnosis like this, whilst simultaneously talking with such hope and positivity - an attribute that helps her to cope on the tough days. Natalie fills us in on all the incredible things she's been a part of since her diagnosis; such as CoppaTrek, being part of the BOLD campaign, to now becoming a Voice for our Scars of Gold Campaign!

Thank you so much to Natalie of sharing her story, and being another wonderful Voice.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #breastcancer #cancer #healthpodcast 

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Bev shares her story receiving two diagnosis’ of primary breast cancer, and being a carrier of the BRCA1 gene.

From first discovery of a lump, to having a double mastectomy, Bev talks openly and honestly about her family history, genetic testing, her experience of facing a double mastectomy, and decision to not have nipple reconstruction. Bev gives her personal advice to those facing a similar journey, with meaningful insight into what it’s like to be a young person facing their mortality.

Thank you Bev for being another fantastic Voice for the Scars of Gold campaign!

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #breastcancer #cancer #healthpodcast 

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We are so grateful to Natasha for sharing her Scars Of Gold with us for our health awareness campaign; sharing a unique and incredible interview for our charity and being an Ambassador supporting our charity. Scars Of Gold is a health awareness campaign using the power of photography, art and interviews to raise awareness of 100 women facing life changing or incurable health conditions at a young age. The collection is being exhibited in London for Women's Health Week in may 2025 (tickets available now on Eventbrite or our website).

Mortal And Strong is a registered charity (1209448) providing centralised support for anyone facing life changing or incurable health conditions.

Interview by Dr Liz Murray BCA(h), photography by Sammy Weston. Scars Of Gold including all content is copyright and trademark protected.

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #breastcancer #cancerpodcast #healthpodcast

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Scars of Gold is a health campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity Mortal And Strong (1209448). Concept Dr Liz Murray, Photographer Sammy Weston. A campaign produced entirely with volunteers and support from organisations.

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cars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #breastcancer

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Thank you to Jemma for being another wonderful Voice in our campaign and for being a volunteer and ambassador with the health support projects for the charity.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #breastcancer #triplenegativebreastcancer #triplenegative #tnbc

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Astrid's pragmatic and philosophical approach to her health conditions shares a way of approaching life changing health conditions that is really profound and inspiring; how she refuses to be defined by her conditions and is fiercely determined to embrace life, continue to seek joy in things that bring her joy and focusing on the love for her family and sons. Astrid's mindset of being 'lucky in her unluckiness' is an example of how keeping focused on the positives and the present moment can have a profound impact on how one can come to terms with such major conditions. Thank you to Astrid for sharing her Scars Of Gold for this campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #leiomyosarcoma #sarcoma #secondarycancer #radiotherapy #kidneyfailure #hsp #hypertension #renalfailure #organtransplant #organdonor #renaltransplant #kidneytransplant #dialysis #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #ovariancancer #endometriosis #cancer #endo #me #chronicfatiguesyndrome #disability #diversity #inclusivity #adaptablefashion #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #breastcancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Roxy for sharing her scars of gold with us.  Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448).

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #art #documentary #realvoices #multiplesclerosis #ms #msfashionista #diversity #inclusivity #adaptablefashion #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Pretti for being another wonderful Voice bringing joy into our Scars of Gold campaign. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #breastcancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Fiona for being another wonderful and honest Voice in the Scars of Gold campaign. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Daniela for being one of our Voices and being so honest to help raise awareness of these issues. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #breastcancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Charlotte for sharing her experience with us and being another wonderful Voice sharing her experience to help act as a beacon of hope for someone else. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #dextrocardia #congenitalheartdisease #icd #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities

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Thank you to Cat for being another invaluable voice in our series. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities #pmp 

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Thank you to Charlotte for sharing her experience as part of the Scars of Gold campaign. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #cancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities #pmp

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Another important interview providing toolkits of hope, support and ways to navigate this life changing diagnosis at a young age. This is also a poignant reminder that health awareness is something to be open about within the family so that within a couple each person can feel open to raise concerns about one another's health. Thank you to Tor for being another wonderful voice in our Scars of Gold health campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Mev's experience is a poignant reminder of why knowing the red flags of even rarer cancers is important. When Mev began having new and unexpected heavy and painful bleeding, a routine procedure to remove polyps actually identified early stages of Endometrial cancer. Initially managed with hormone therapy for 3 years Mev later went on to be diagnosed with ovarian cancer with it being unclear if this was a new primary or metastases from the endometrial cancer. Eventually Mev needed a full hysterectomy putting her into surgical menopause and living with Stage 4 cancer by the age of 37. Mev shares how her entire life has been taken out of her control and where she has found strength and support to process this diagnosis. We also talk about the wonderful support provided by the spotlight charity Victoria's Promise who provide support for women experiencing cancer.

Thank you to Mev for sharing her story and raising awareness as part of our campaign. Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Emma shares with Dr Liz her incredible experience of having multiple major health conditions one after another. After first being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), when this went into remission Emma decided to explore fertility options to become a single mum by choice. These early investigations identified the early stages of ovarian cancer requiring her to have her ovary and tube to be removed. After several miscarriages, her second round of fertility treatment was successful and Alice was delighted to welcome her daughter to her world. After returning to work and beginning the new chapter of her life, Emma then began having daily migraines. After an MRI identified a large tumour, Emma needed major brain surgery to remove this and was found to have a very rare advanced stage 4 glioblastoma which carries a prognosis of 2 years. Emma explored all options including travelling abroad to trial new vaccines. Now living with stable scans more than 2 years after her craniotomy Emma shares how she lives at peace with her diagnosis and her love of her family and friends are helping her to keep focused on the here and now.

Another incredible insight into how the reality of how health does not discriminate in age or that one person can experience multiple health conditions. Emma's experience shares how the power of control can still be found and that peace and joy can be found in any circumstances. Emma shares how the support of her local charity Victoria's Promise has been invaluable in her finding a place of strength and peace and is a charity we are proud to include a spotlight on during our campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Her experiences led her to become a fierce advocate on social media and started the charity Preloved Reloved which allows for women to re-share chemotherapy/cancer related clothing and items to help reduce the costs. Headscarfs, wigs, accessible clothing...giving a new home to avoid waste and help people share what helped them with the next person who needs them.

Thank you to Jo for being Voice number 65 of the 100 women as part of our Scars Of Gold health awareness campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Today Dr Liz is interviewing Laura who truly knows what it is to have your life turned upside down by chronic health. Laura shares her 12 year struggle with infertility; 4 rounds of failed IVF, over 11 surgeries and the impact on her mental health and employment. Her experience of trying to advocate, being medically gaslit and then isolated by her employers is unfortunately one so many people can relate to with similar gynae health conditions. Laura shares how she has found ways to distract herself and find strength despite the immensely challenging times. At the point of filming Laura was faced with having to decide when 'enough is enough' and decide whether to have an hysterectomy or consider attempting a 5th round of IVF. A raw and honest experience of how Endometriosis and Adenomyosis can lead to avoidable barriers within the workplace and healthcare. Laura is now an advocate for change and shares her story to help others and we are grateful to have her as one of our Voices for this campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Leanne shares her scars from spending the last five years living with incurable bowel cancer. 5 years ago Leanne found a lump in her neck which led to her bowel cancer diagnosis. Through the last 5 years Leanne has had over 72 rounds of chemotherapy; and opted to have a stoma rather than have the bowel anastomosis/reversal surgery which Leanne shares was the right decision for her. 

Leanne’s story is another powerful reminder of how to face the unimaginable whilst being a mother, a wife and someone full of ambitions in life. After her diagnosis Leanne shares how she found herself and found the strength to live a more authentic life. 

Thank you to Leanne for being another wonderful voice but also one of our artists for this campaign. 

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Emma's another lovely voice to add to the collection and we are grateful to her for sharing her stunning scars of gold with us.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Josie is a research botanist and has spent most of her life living with severe and rare subtypes of autoimmune conditions, before going on to also receiving a diagnosis of Grade 3 aggressive neuroendocrine cancer, with her primary in the oesophagus and secondaries in the liver. After having to learn to eat again and adapt her diet, the cancer is currently stable despite being given only 3 weeks to live (3 years ago).

Another insightful episode where we discuss the impact and stigma of having a rare condition, plus the frustrations of an invisible disability. Josie shares her immense gratitude for the charities who support rarer conditions and her lovely philosophy on life and appreciating the little things. One of Josie's passions is her orchard in which she plants a tree for special moments and people through her journey of life and we were honoured that after our interview Josie planted a tree for the charity. It was this beautiful way of commemorating life with life that as a charity we inspired to plant one tree for every Voice interviewed with a reforestation programme -so thank you Josie for being a voice and also inspiring this legacy.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

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Then Mags shares the very emotional journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer as her own mother became unwell following a stroke and how she may not have noticed her lump had her mum not become unwell. Mags brings a lot of humour to how she approached her treatments to keep positive, as well as talking about the impact of having a 3d nipple tattoo reconstruction from the Nip charity. Finally Mags shares with us a poem she wrote during her chemotherapy treatment which will be used in the exhibition.

Another wonderful voice bringing hope and honest insights. Thank you to Mags for being one of our Voices in the 2024/25 Scars of Gold campaign.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions, led by Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston. Produced by the charity @mortalandstrong (No. 1209448)

#podcast #podcastprevious #interview #mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #hope #pov #dr #drliz #drlizmurray #art #documentary #realvoices #breastcancer #cancer #mortal #womenshealth #healthmatters #healthadvocate #healthinequalities 

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray and co-led with photographer Sammy Weston, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

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For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Tash shares her journey and how she felt she experienced medical gaslighting for so long before being taken seriously, which resulted in a delayed diagnosis of over a decade. Tash is still ongoing with her treatment pathway and shares how this has dominated so much of her life and fertility and talks openly about the impact on her ability to socialise and form relationships. However Tash's love for her horses and nature and how she finds other ways to keep focused and find strength are poignant and useful tools for others to hear.

Thank you so much to Tash for sharing her story and being so honest about something which affects so many people. We are so grateful to Tash for being part of the Scars of Gold campaign despite still being very much in the middle of treatment.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray and co-led with photographer Sammy Weston, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

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For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray and co-led with photographer Sammy Weston, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray and co-led with photographer Sammy Weston, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign putting the spotlight on people facing their mortality; those living with incurable or life changing conditions at a young age. Founded by Dr Liz Murray and co-led with photographer Sammy Weston, this charity campaign aims to look at health inequalities with 2024/25 focusing on Women's Health.

For more information please visit the website. If you have any concerns about your own health, please always see your own GP/Healthcare provider.

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Introducing another wonderful Voice to the campaign, and Sophie is sharing her journey with secondary breast cancer. 6 years ago Sophie was a mum, working and after feeling tired for a year then went on to find a craggy lump. Initially diagnosed as primary cancer and told a double mastectomy was all that was needed (no chemotherapy or radiotherapy) Sophie was discharged. However two months later Sophie was then told she did in fact have multiple metastases to the liver, pelvis and spine. At that point Sophie was told it was incurable and likely had 2 years to live. 6 years later Sophie is living well and travelling and making every day count. We discuss the dangers of being told a predicted 'time frame' when given a secondary diagnosis, because whilst she is grateful for far exceeding her original given time frame, this comes with the counter issues of constantly feeling like living on borrowed time. We also discuss how the importance of asking for a second opinion can be life changing in terms of trusting in the care being offered and treatment plans. Thank you to Sophie for sharing her story, where she finds strength and hope and her Scars of Gold.

Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign by the charity Mortal And Strong (Charity No. 1209448) Founded and led by Dr Liz Murray, with photographer Sammy Weston. For more information please visit our website.

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Sammy talks openly and honestly about the stigma of chronic disease and having an invisible disability, on how there is not a day she does not feel limited by the pain, immense fatigue and other ongoing effects. However Sammy's eternal optimism and hope shines through and she shares how she manages to find a way to listen to her own body to continue doing the things she loves. Whilst recovering from being housebound Sammy found a love for photography which helped her confidence grow and re-integrate into society. This eventually led her on the path to finding Mortal And Strong, going on to become our photography and campaign co-director. Sammy shares how through the campaign she has grown in confidence at masking less, feeling more open at sharing the daily effects of brain fog, fatigue, and other symptoms which for so long so many people try to mask for fear of judgment. Sammy's journey can resonate with so many, particularly how the mental toll of chronic fatigue can be grossly underestimated but does not mean you have to lose your identity and that there can be hope still found.

Thank you to Sammy for sharing her story, being another essential Voice in our campaign (and for being our amazing photographer at bringing the Scars of Gold series to the impactful collection it is proving to be!).

For more information on anything discussed in this episode, please visit our website.

Mortal And Strong is a registered charity (No. 1209448) providing education and support for people facing their mortality - those experiencing life changing/incurable conditions at a young age. Scars of Gold is our debut health awareness campaign sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

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Liz returned to work as a Dr for the pandemic, having worked for over a decade as a medical doctor, predominantly in Emergency Medicine. However Liz had to step back from her clinical-facing role in 2023 because of her incurable health conditions. Her autoimmune conditions are incurable, the endometriosis means she has no function of her bowel and bladder, was forced into menopause at 34, and faces a very uncertain future of reduced mobility, chronic pain, kidney damage and multiple organ dysfunction. Her autoimmune conditions leave her immunocompromised, losing the vision in one eye and hearing in one ear. However despite all this, Liz is a fierce advocate for not letting a diagnosis define you - for embracing life to the fullest and not letting the stigma of disease and prejudice of society hold you back from living an authentic life. Liz strongly advocates for awareness and education of the impact of chronic health conditions whilst now leading the charity Mortal And Strong, turning her own journey personally and professionally into something that can help others.

For more information visit our website www.mortalandstrong.com

Mortal And Strong is a UK registered charity (1209448) presenting its debut health awareness campaign Scars of Gold. Founded by Dr Liz Murray, photographer Sammy Weston.

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In this one-off episode we revisit Voice No. 1 from the 2024 campaign. The decision to revisit Amy's journey at this point was after careful consideration with Amy, who is also a Trustee for the Mortal And Strong charity. This episode was filmed from a Norfolk hospice where Amy is currently in the final weeks of her life, after reaching the end of the treatment options available for her secondary breast cancer. Amy's fierce messages of hope and strength from her first interview still resonate, and she still has such hope and positivity even in these final weeks. Amy is fiercely passionate about addressing the stigma and taboo of society not wanting to talk about end of life, and so wanted to be interviewed at this stage of her journey to help shed a more positive life on how nearing the end of life can be done well.

Amy has been in treatment for secondary breast cancer and sarcoma for 4 years. Initially triple positive, in the last 6 months the disease had spread to her lungs and switched to triple positive. When we first filmed Amy in March, Amy was one of the first voices to be interviewed and spoke of the importance of finding positivity in each day and finding a way to live life well in the precious time one has. Over the last 6 months Amy believed she still had several years of treatment left and was even accepted for a place in the London marathon next year. In the last month Amy lost her cousin and mum to cancer within weeks of each other before discovering herself that her disease had spread within her lungs and had become resistant to treatment.

Amy is presently in a hospice and has experienced all the grief stages, and is a fierce advocate for how her approach to her mortality over the last few years has brought her to where she is now - a place of peace, calm, in control and now making the most of every day whilst in a hospice. Amy is passionate about changing the stigma of palliative care; that palliative care services are there to maximise and improve the quality of life for someone with a chronic/incurable condition. They have helped build a relationship with her over the last few years and allowed her to travel and make the most of her time with her family. Amy strongly believes that this has helped prepare her so that now the time has come for a hospice, the team know her well and Amy was not fearful of entering the hospice but actually grateful and content, feeling safe supported and at a place of peace. In the interview we discuss how 75% of UK hospices are funded by charities rather than the NHS, and how the stigma of palliative care services, the fear of hospices prevents more people from accessing the enormous benefits that these services have to offer in providing a positive, controlled and calm journey when the time is needed.

Our immense gratitude to Amy for being a Voice for our Scars of Gold health awareness campaign, a trustee of the charity, being an incredible friend to so many people and a fiercely strong beacon of light for always managing to find joy in the hardest of times. We support Amy in her hope that by sharing this interview on such an emotive topic, will help raise awareness on the options available and support for those who are approaching this stage of their journey.

Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold™️. A health awareness campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease but sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray, Photography by Sammy Weston. Charity No. 1209448. For more information visit our website.

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7 months since the first podcast episode was released we are now half way through our first campaign. Mortal And Strong is a registered charity, founded by Dr Liz Murray after having to leave her career as a doctor for over 10 years due to chronic health issues.

In this episode Liz reflects on the rapid growth of Mortal And Strong, along with reflecting on the journey of interviewing 100 women for the Scars of Gold campaign...the highs, the lows and the important messages learnt from the incredible women met along the way.

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Since then Jules has remained clear, and the experience of having cancer twice instigated a career change for Jules. Jules returned to college and studied fine art. Taking her down a path as a successful artist in ceramics, Jules also went on to be a successful published author of fiction. We talk about her work as an artist, and how she is inspired by listening to some of the other voices to produce artworks to contribute to our exhibition which is due next year.

Jules philosophical approach to life is partly inspired by her background in psychology. We talk about how she finds joy in raising her ducks, living in the country and getting lost in creative processes. Another wonderful voice and addition to our campaign.

Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold™️. A health awareness campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease but sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray, Photography by Sammy Weston. Charity No. 1209448. For more information visit our website.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold™️. A health awareness campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease but sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray, Photography by Sammy Weston. Charity No. 1209448. For more information visit our website.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #hysterectomy

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold™️. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease but sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #hysterectomy

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Kathryn has only ever known what it is to live with a chronic condition, having started her journey as a patient at just 18 months old when an unfortunate accident left her with severe burns and in hospital for 3 months needing skin grafts down one leg. Then at the age of 8 was eventually diagnosed with a severe autoimmune condition Autoimmune Haemolytic Anaemia, seeing her as a familiar resident at Great Ormond Street needing regular blood transfusions before eventually needing a Splenectomy at the age of 19. Then after a missed miscarriage, finally giving birth to her wonderful daughter, it was whilst breast feeding Kathryn discovered a breast lump. After being diagnosed with triple negative cancer, and initially responding well to treatment, just shy of 3 years later Kathryn was confirmed to have secondary cancer in her throat.

For two years now Kathryn has lived with the knowledge her secondary cancer is incurable, and has gone through the inevitable journey of trying to process this. She shares with us how she truly embraces life wherever she can with a living list for herself, a horse living list and a living list for her daughter. Kathryn shares the key messages of where she finds strength, how she takes back control whilst facing her prognosis and how having an holistic approach to her wellbeing, embracing nature and 'loving the miracle of life itself' brings her joy. Another wonderful soul sharing some relatable and invaluable lessons, thank you to Kathryn for sharing her story.

Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold™️. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease but sharing messages of hope and strength. Founded by Dr Liz Murray @lizmurrayart 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #hysterectomy

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #hysterectomy

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing their story through a podcast & documentary. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Photographer Sammy Weston.

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cardiomyopathy #hcm #hypertrophiccardiomyopathy #cardiacarrest #icd #cpr #aed #sca #chdawareness #chd #dcm #ohcm #getheartcharged #heartcharged #podcast #hearttransplant 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity and presenting our debut campaign Scars of Gold. A campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong provides a campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. For more information visit our website.

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #secondarycancer #ovariancancer #germcelltumour #germcellcancer #ca125 #leydigsertolicancer #sarcoma #pcos #gynaecancer

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity 1209448 regulated by the Fundraising Regulator. Shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. For more information visit our website.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #secondarycancer #ovariancancer #germcelltumour #germcellcancer #ca125 #leydigsertolicancer #sarcoma #pcos #gynaecancer

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Mortal and Strong is a registered charity 1209448 regulated by the Fundraising Regulator. Shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. For more information visit our website.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #secondarycancer #ovariancancer #germcelltumour #germcellcancer #ca125 #leydigsertolicancer #sarcoma #pcos #gynaecancer

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Another really insightful interview full of messages of hope, and lessons on how to face being confronted with your mortality at such a young age and how having a healthy approach to your own mental wellbeing is so vitally important for keeping a hold on the positive and the light to get you through the darker days. Thank you to Stephanie for sharing your story with us and being another incredible voice to our campaign.

Mortal and Strong is a registered charity campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. For more information visit our website. Founded and presented by Dr Liz Murray, photography Sammy Weston. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a charity-run campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #hsct #conditioningchemotherapy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #podcast

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Mortal and Strong provides a campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #podcast

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Mortal and Strong provides a campaign using art to shine the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Building a platform to provide health awareness, support and education to change the face of disease in young people. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. @lizmurrayart and led with photographer @samwestonphotography 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #podcast

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

#mortalandstrong #scarsofgold #kintsugi #art #artist #doctor #charity #campaign #womenshealth #cancer #nonhodgkinslymphoma #thyroidcancer #breastcancer #stemcelltransplant #lupus #autoimmunedisease #ms #fibroids #endometriosis #adenomyosis #miscarriage #ectopicpregnancy #infertility #menopause #mastectomy #opticneuritis #disability #trauma #sepsis #podcast

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #myeloma

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Introducing another Voice to the collection - Sarah B sharing her very complex journey with EDS, POTS, MCAS and Breast Cancer. It took Sarah over 15 years to finally get her diagnosis of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS), which is known as a 'zebra disease'. The term zebra disease refers to the fact doctors in medical school are taught to 'think horses when they hear hooves, not zebras' referencing the fact that common things are common. However this culture and attitude means that for people with rarer conditions, it is taking them far too long to get a diagnosis. EDS is a rare condition which means the tissues don't produce enough collagen, and with over 13 subtypes no two EDS patient are the same. Sarah's journey of having so many rarer conditions all complicated by her underlying genetic predisposition means she's felt gaslit so many times by healthcare professionals. Sarah shares what it's like to live with chronic fatigue, chronic pain and an invisible disability, how masking becomes commonplace. When Sarah was further diagnosed with breast cancer, her treatment became complicated because of her underlying conditions and an episode of Steven Johnson Syndrome saw her in HDU. Sarah also talks about having a newer form of breast reconstruction surgery, the Goldilock mastectomy procedure and had just finished chemotherapy prior to this interview. This is another poignant interview putting the spotlight on taboos, gender inequalities in health and raising awareness of these zebra conditions that people (and medical professionals) need to remember, and how important it is to self advocate.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #lungcancer #bowelcancer #lupus #lupusuk #addisonsdisease #pnd #endometriosis #miscarriage #fibroids #adenomyosis #ms #autoimmunedisease #charitycampaign 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #lungcancer #bowelcancer #lupus #lupusuk #addisonsdisease #pnd #endometriosis #miscarriage #fibroids #adenomyosis #ms #autoimmunedisease #charitycampaign 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #lungcancer #bowelcancer #lupus #lupusuk #addisonsdisease #pnd #endometriosis #miscarriage #fibroids #adenomyosis #ms #autoimmunedisease #charitycampaign 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #lungcancer #bowelcancer #lupus #lupusuk #addisonsdisease #pnd #endometriosis #miscarriage #fibroids #adenomyosis #ms #autoimmunedisease #charitycampaign 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #endometriosis #adenomyosis #infertility #ttc #miscarriage #pregnancy #IVF #secondaryinfertility #diet

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

#mortalandstrong #mas #iammas #scarsofgold #kintsugi #scars #strength #hope #joy #cancer #secondarycancer #breastcancer #secondarybreastcancer #cancerpodcast #womenshealth #podcast #vulvacancer #lungcancer #bowelcancer #lupus #lupusuk #addisonsdisease #pnd #endometriosis #miscarriage #fibroids #adenomyosis #ms #autoimmunedisease #charitycampaign 

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This episode was recorded remotely (not in a studio) as part of our campaign travelling the UK to raise awareness and support for charities. To support the campaign or learn more, please visit the website.

We are delighted to interview the beautifully witty Juliet, sharing her journey with primary breast cancer and how she fought for nearly 2 years to have a full double mastectomy for symmetry and has never regretted going flat! This interview is such an important one to raise awareness on how some women are not always fully informed of their options following a mastectomy, and how important and empowering it is to not only have options - but have going fully flat as one of those options! Juliet was repeatedly denied the double mastectomy, but since going flat her images have travelled the world raising awareness to empower other women. Juliet's motto is representation and visibility, trying to empower women to realise they have choices. Juliet's light humour and humble approach to life is wonderfully inspiring, we laughed as we explored everything from big boobs, no boobs, menopause, mental health and finding a new joy from gardening after being given seed packets as a gift when starting treatment. Juliet is a wonderful addition to the 100 Voices and hopefully her story will help empower other women to make choices that feel right for them.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. 

Founder and Podcast Host Dr Liz Murray

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Podcast led by Mortal And Strong founder Dr Liz Murray, with guest host Laura Middleton-Hughes.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. 

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Anjlee shares her journey from being a mum in her 30's with two young children, working as a pre-school teacher and enjoying life. After seeing a post on social media raising awareness on the importance of being breast aware, Anjlee checked her breasts and discovered a lump. Months later her journey with primary triple negative breast cancer began. Following treatment with a lumpectomy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy Anjlee was followed up with regular scans. Anjlee shares how her world was turned upside down when her primary diagnosis became a secondary diagnosis and she was found to have lung metastases. After initially find a good response to treatment whilst on a trial, a week before this interview Anjlee was told there was further disease progression. In true format with our podcasts we talk about the highs and lows, the challenges of self identity with breast reconstruction, hair loss and navigating talking to children about such complex issues. We focus on messages of hope and strength and where Anjlee finds joy despite facing her mortality before sharing her advice to anyone beginning their own journey. We share Anjlee's story along with her Kintsugi inspired Scars of Gold photography as part of our National campaign on our online platforms. Thank you to Anjlee for being one of our voices and we continue to follow her journey and raise awareness for the charities mentioned.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi.

Founder & concept - Dr Liz Murray

Podcast Presenters for this episode - Dr Liz Murray & Laura Middleton-Hughes

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Despite all this Sarah realised she had two options - to go on a negative spiral or choose a positive spiral. Sarah deliberately seeks joy in every single day and embraces life to the fullest. After facing her mortality several times, Sarah has such a powerfully strong philosophical approach to life "Everyone has two lives. The second one begins when you realise you only have one". Sarah's amazing story of strength includes how she copes as a parent with a disability, how she delivered her own baby and resuscitated him herself, and how she manages not only as a disabled mum but a disabled mum with a disabled child. Her strength and love of life is inspiring and we are honoured to have her share her story with us and be one of the Mortal And Strong charity ambassadors.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. The voices will share their stories through the podcast released bi-weekly. Through the project Mortal And Strong will be featuring and collaborating with up to 20 chosen charities that are linked with the topics discussed in the project - to raise awareness of their work, fundraise for them with our exhibition and signpost people to right places for support. 

Founder & concept - Dr Liz Murray

Podcast Presenters for this episode - Dr Liz Murray & Laura Middleton-Hughes

Photographer Sammy Weston

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. The voices will share their stories through the podcast released bi-weekly. Through the project Mortal And Strong will be featuring and collaborating with up to 20 chosen charities that are linked with the topics discussed in the project - to raise awareness of their work, fundraise for them with our exhibition and signpost people to right places for support. 

Founder & concept - Dr Liz Murray

Podcast Presenters for this episode - Dr Liz Murray & Laura Middleton-Hughes

With thanks to Norfolk Farmhouse for providing the venue for this episode.

Photographer Sammy Weston

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal And Strong is a nationwide charity campaign raising awareness of women facing life changing and incurable disease at a young age. Using the power of art, photography and a series of interviews to share messages of strength and hope.

Our main podcast episodes share the stories of 100 women affected by a wide range of health issues. As part of our campaign, founder and presenter Dr Liz Murray and photographer Sammy Weston are travelling around the country to interview these charities as part of a massive collaboration to put the spotlight on these charities: what they do, how they help and how people can access their services. We are so honoured to be collaborating with, and able to fundraise for, so many important charities.

In this special feature episode we will be sharing the interview with one of our nominated charities. To learn more about the charity, or the Mortal And Strong campaign, please visit our website. Please also remember to like, subscribe to the channel and find us on all social media platforms!

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Podcast presenters Dr Liz Murray & Laura Middleton-Hughes. Photography Sammy Weston. Thank you to Norfolk Bound for providing the venue to film this episode.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. Mortal And Strong™️ content, Scars of Gold and IP copyright protected. Founder Dr Liz Murray. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray. Presented by Dr Liz Murray with occasional guest presenters. This episode guest presenter Laura Middleton-Hughes.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Introducing Voice No. 3 from the Mortal And Strong project... Gizela Schultz sharing her experience of metastatic breast cancer...of how she is living (and working) despite being given months to live - over a year ago. Gizela is a wonderful, humble soul who went to her GP for over 6 months complaining of nipple discharge, only to be given antibiotics and dismissed. It was only after seeing a post on instagram that Gizela found the courage to advocate for herself, fight to be referred and was finally confirmed to have breast cancer. Unfortunately the delay meant by this time the cancer had spread to multiple organs and Gizela was told she had months to live. At that time Gizela had small children and was still working. Gizela has since responded well to new drug treatments and shares how she has far surpassed the date she was given and is still working. This is an amazing interview about life, living, finding your voice and hope. If ever there was a better example of what it is to face your mortality, find your strength and continue to shine, Gizela is it. We are delighted to present Gizela as Voice No. 3 of the MAS project.

Visit our website and social media platforms to find more videos and information around Gizela's story and the other Voices discussing women's health issues as part of the 2024 MAS project.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health. 

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Introducing Voice No. 2 from the Mortal And Strong project... Jen Moore of Jen.dometriosis. Jen is infamous for her incredible advocacy work on Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Jen shares with us her horrendous journey of having her heavy and painful periods dismissed for over a decade before discovering she had stage 4 endometriosis and adenomyosis leaving her with organ damage and needing an hysterectomy in her 30’s. As ever with MAS we discuss the reality of living with an invisible disability, the disruption to Jen's career as an internationally successful baker and the impact on fertility. With Dr Liz as presenting we again have a unique insight and medical explanation of the poorly understood gynae conditions, address some of the myths and stigmatisation surrounding these conditions. It is wonderful to have Jen speak with us; Jen has overcome the lows of realising her condition is incurable but has since then gone on to create a global platform for endometriosis support as well as now working to make institutional changes to medical school curriculums for better education to allow for earlier disease intervention. Her story is now available on all podcast platforms and more videos will be released in the coming days. Visit our website and social media platforms to find more videos and information around Jen's story and the other Voices discussing women's health issues as part of the 2024 MAS project.

Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for these issues discussed in todays episode, including direction to medical information, visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health.

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Mortal and Strong is a campaign shining the spotlight on women facing their own mortality - those affected at a young age by a life changing illness or disease. 100 artworks produced by artists across the country along with a powerful photography series ‘Scars of Gold’ inspired by kintsugi. 100 Voices sharing messages of hope and strength through our podcast. Charity led campaign supporting other charities. Founded by Dr Liz Murray.

For more information on support available for the issues discussed in today's episode visit our website. This episode is not intended as specific medical advice, always see your own GP/physician if you have any concerns regarding your own health.

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