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Apr 20, 2006 Living Healthy with Agi an Inspired Survivor special "I Want To Live" More and more people are struggling with cancer reoccurrence. Linda went through traditional cancer treatment years ago and was told by her doctor she was in remission. Then like a wild fire, cancer came back and now she is in stage 4 cancer - with no insurance. She has a powerful will to live and an army of fight in her. Hear her compelling story. Linda and so many others like her need our help. Please tune in to this important show.
Apr 13, 2006 It's Allergy and Sinus Season What to do from 3 points of view: Homeopathic, Nutrition Works Health Store owner & Herbalist For all you allergy & sinus sufferers this show is fantastic. I've been suffering for a few days with allergies & sinus. So I went to see my friend Dr. Charles Swengel DO, MD(H) and he gave me a Cold Laser Therapy Treatment. Then I went to see my friends who own Nutrition Works in Scottsdale and tried some natural powder I snorted up my nose to get the hair follicles to work eliminating those nasty intruders. Did it work or didn't it? Tune in and find out.
March 23, 2006 Life After Cancer You're healed and in remission. Now What? with Leslie Gail & Agi Lidle Cancer is a life changing experience. While going through the process a person is consumed in their treatments and in getting well. Then one day they do get well and see their lives from new eyes and a new perspective. Many times cancer survivors re-evaluate their lives and their future. Leslie and Agi share specific steps a cancer survivor can take to move forward into an exciting and passion filled life. Leslie Gail is a Certified Life Coach who supports busy people in achieving personal and professional success without compromising their values. www.newlifefocus.com
10/27/2005 Women Helping Women Cope With Cancer with Nancy How, Program Coordinator, Arizona Cancer Center By sharing your experiences, good and bad, you can help others better understand the needs of women coping with cancer. Researchers from the Arizona Cancer Center, U of A, are looking for volunteers willing to share their experiences coping with diagnosis of breast cancer or ovarian cancer and its treatment. Nancy Howe, is an 'Ultimate Inspired Survivor". She shares her testimony and how she coped with not only the diagnosis of cancer but how she coped when her voice changed after treatment. For more info. on the study call Nancy at: 480-355-8126 or email: Nancy Howe or nhowe@email.arizona.edu
10/20/2005 Strategies To Help Keep Fear "In Its Place" Fear is a normal emotion when going through the cancer journey. A little fear is a good thing. Fear aids in survival. It gets us to a doctor when we sense that something is wrong. It also fuels our motivation for choosing the best cancer treatments available. The key in keeping fear in its place is meeting fear with courage. The first half of the show, Agi shares the fears she had to face and overcome when she was diagnosed with cancer. Her testimony will have you believing that if she can do it so can you. During the second half of the show, Norma shares 3 spiritual strategies to help keep fear "in its place". Focus on the present moment, foucs on appreciation and love then practice hope! Visit Agi's website at: http://www.agilidle.com/ and Norma's website at: http://www.mycancersupportcoach.com/
9/29/2005 Breast Cancer Survivor Story with Audrey Darrow, founder of Doctor B's Teas Audrey is an inspiration to anyone facing cancer. Audrey was diagnosed with infiltrating lobular carcinoma, had a double mastectomy and traditional treatment. In her case, cancer was the victim. She did battle and won. Through her experience she created her own special healing corner where she went daily and sipped on herbal tea. This was her time to reflect, go within and heal. Audrey knew she couldn't go back to her previous business so as a result of a two year battle to survive breast cancer she created, "Doctor B's Teas". These specially blended teas are designed to support women and men in their own efforts to forestall and overcome cancers, to strengthen their bodies during treatment and beyond. Visit Audrey's website and try her teas. The teas are a beautiful gift for anyone facing cancer and for anyone in general. www.doctorbsteas.com
9/22/2005 You're in Remission ..yahoo! Now, how do you keep it? with Jake Psenka N.D. In the beginning of the show, Dr. Psenka talks Risk Factors that contribute to developing cancer. Then he gives us insight to increasing long-term remission by: Detoxification through diet and immune boosting with healing mushroom. Dr. Jake explains why some medical doctors advice their patients not to take herbs and immune boosting supplements during chemotherapy. Find out what he thinks about immune boosting while going through chemotherapy. www.Isselsclinic.com 602-443-9009
9/15/2005 When Cancer Calls with four time cancer survivor, Sherry Williams Sherry Williams spent four years in and out of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Each time her doctors thought they got the cancer, boom! it re-occurred. The fourth re-accurance got Sherry looking for healing outside traditonal treatment. She researched alternative approaches to cancer and building her immune system beginning with Dr. Weil's program in Tucson. Her faith in God never waivered even the fourth time around. Sherry is the author of the book, "When Cancer Calls". It's a short and quick read for women diagnosed with cancer. The book is available at: www.whencancercalls.com
9/8/2005 An up close and personal look at the "Breast Cancer Husband" with author, Marc Silver When Marc's wife was diagnosed with cancer three years ago, he was far from a perfect caregiver. He learned firsthand how frightened and helpless the breast cancer husband feels. He wished he had a book to help him face the challenges ahead. Drawing upon his skills as a consumer journalist at U.S. News & World Report, he has written BREAST CANCER HUSBAND: How to Help Your Wife (and Yourself) Through Diagnosis, Treatment, and Beyond. During our interview, Marc shares experiences of other breast cancer husbands and gives us valuable tips on coping and communicating with your wife. He candidly discusses sex and intimacy following breast cancer surgery with a twist of humor. This show and Marc's book is a must for every husband who wants to help his wife through her cancer journey.To all wives listening to our shows, please get your husband to listen to this one. Visit Marc's website at: www.breastcancerhusband.com
9/1/2005 “How to Communicate With Your Doctor About Cancer” & “An Inspired Survivor Story” When the diagnosis is cancer, powerful emotions can make communicating with our doctors a challenge. Learn effective communication strategies from Kathleen Conway, APRN, clinical director of the Center of Hope in Darien, Connecticut, www.CenterforHope.org. Then, in the second half of the show, the Rev. Carla Ivison, GuidedHealing@Earthlink.net, shares her inspiring story as a two-time breast cancer survivor.
8/25/2005 Reducing Cancer Stress Through Mindfulness Steve Shealy, Ph.D. Psychotherapist and founder of Flowing Dharma, Inc. www.BeMindful.org Mindfulness is a particular way of paying attention that has enormous potential to bring calm and balance amid the pressures of cancer. Dr. Shealy explains: Why suffering is optional even though pain is unavoidable. How to recognize and cultivate mindfulness in everyday life. How mindfulness enriches our experience of life. Where to find resources for learning to practice mindfulness. This show includes a three-minute guided sitting meditation that’s easy to learn and practice on your own.
8/18/2005 Patient Advocate Foundation with Beth Darnley, Chief Program Officer Paying Your Bills for Cancer Treatment: What You Need to Know Beth Darnley Chief Program Officer, The Patient Advocate Foundation www.PatientAdvocate.org Having trouble getting your treatment covered by insurance? Mystified by your hospital bills? Are you struggling along without insurance, or finding out that your co-payments are more than you can afford? Beth Darnley tells you what you need to know, whether you have health insurance of not. She also explains how the Patient Advocate Foundation’s staff of case managers, doctors and attorneys provides ABSOLUTELY FREE help in gaining access to the treatment you need.
8/11/2005 Carol Galland, stage 2 cancer survivor and founder of Headcovers Unlimited. Carol shares how she found a lump under her arm and her treatment. Carol was a hairdresser and realized what an advantage that was when she had to deal with hair loss during treatment. To help others facing hair loss, she built her company, which includes a line of children's hats and wigs. www.headcovers.com
8/4/2005 The Four Phases of Clinical Trials Most of us hear about clinical trials but have probably never investigated furthur until perhaps it's our last glimpse of hope. Linda Rink, Associate Director of Clinical Trials at Yale Cancer Center gives us an exceptional basic understanding. Linda explains the 4 phases of clinical trials and how to get more information if you are interested in participating in one. www.yalecancercenter.org www.clinicaltrials.gov 800-422-6237 The second hour of our show features Mary, a true inspired survivor. Not only did Mary have to deal with the shock of breast cancer, she had to deal with the shock of her husband's death just a few weeks before. Listen to her hearthfelt testimony and what kept her foused on the victory. Share this show with anyone you know facing cancer, Mary is an inspiration.
7/28/2005 The Wellness Community offers Hope, Emotional Support & Education This show is very inspiring and encouraging to anyone facing cancer. Our guests included Christina Lopez the Director of Outreach at The Wellness Community Central Arizona and melanoma cancer survivor Mary Alice. Mary shared her testimony and positive experience at the Wellness Community. The Wellness Community has chapters throughout the US and abroad. Their mission is to help people with cancer and loved ones enhance their health and well-being by providing FREE professional programs of emotional support, education and hope. Norma leads the discussion on hope and each of us shares where we draw hope from. For more information visit: www.thewellnesscommunityaz.org or www.thewellnesscommunity.org
6/23/2005 @ 5pm Putting the "Can" into Cancer This show empowers people facing cancer to take inventory of what they "Can" influence after a diagnosis of cancer.. Norma shares the importance of making a list of "I Cans" and "I Can'ts" Dr. Malek shares information on the benefit of eating whole foods. Agi, joyful as ever, shares bits of her "I Can" attitute. 6/23/2005 @ 6pm Learn how to find hidden opportunities in things we can't change. All three hosts reveal how they respond to adverse situations. Norma and Dr. Malek share how they respond to stressful situations. Agi reveals her response to her stage 4 cancer diagnosis. Dr. Malek continues her introduction to the benefits of unprocessed whole foods. Tune in and learn how easy it is to make "Almonnaise" the healthy mayo substitute in less than 10 minutes. Perfect for healthy summer potato salad
6/9/2005 Debut of "The Inspired Survivor" Research is now confirming what people with cancer and their families have instinctively known for a long time: a strong spiritual connection makes life better during cancer. Learn the benefits of tapping into the spiritual side of healing. Dr. Malek introduces a naturopathic approach to health. Learn what foods to avoid through cancer recovery and what foods help to rebuild health. visit: www.mycancercoach.com & www.AgiLidle.com Dr. Malek:480-538-1114