Down There Aware
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Down There Aware
A podcast bringing awareness to gynecologic cancers, women's health, and patient advocacy.
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Pinktober: Our Perspective
This week, Mary and Alex discuss Pinktober, Breast Cancer, and charitable giving.
REPOST: Interview with Yohanna Hoehler
Reposting this incredible interview with Yohanna Hoehler in honor of Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month!
Yohanna Hoehler (39), is...
REPOST: A Mother's Perspective
In case you're new here, we wanted to kick off Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month with a retelling of Mary's perspective following Alex's cancer diagn...
Patient Advocacy and Closing the Racial Disparity Gap | Interview with Dr. Tania Small
On this week's episode, Alex speaks with Dr. Tania Small. Dr. Small is the Global Head of Oncology Medical Affairs and Chair of R&D Diversity, Equity...
REPOST: My Cancer Story
In case you're new here, we wanted to kick off Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month with a retelling of Alex's cancer story.
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Medical Gaslighting
This week, Mary and Alex watched the 1944 film “Gaslight” to learn about the origin of the commonly-used term of psychology of the same name. They dis...
A Lack of Attention to Detail
This week Mary and Alex discuss the lack of attention to detail that can have devastating results, especially in the medical community. They share per...
Period Poverty: What Is It and How Can We Help?
This week Mary and Alex discuss period poverty, what it is and what we can do about it. They describe the kickstart project of the Down There Aware no...
Down There Aware: Our Nonprofit Story
This week Mary and Alex discuss nonprofits, what are they and how do they work? They, specifically, discuss their nonprofit, Down There Aware, its pur...
9/11 Victim Compensation Program Expands
This week Mary and Alex speak with Barasch & McGarry Partner, Sara Director as well as 9/11 Survivor diagnosed with uterine cancer, Karen Smith-Hagman...
A Conversation with Travera
This week Mary and Alex speak with Cliff Reed, Founding CEO, and Dennis Watson, VP Business Development, of Travera, a company specializing in new tec...
Sympathy Fatigue
This week Mary and Alex discuss Sympathy Fatigue. Is it really a “thing” and what can be done if we are suffering from it?
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Growth Mindset
This week Mary and Alex discuss how transitioning from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset might affect our daily lives, especially regarding unexpect...
Attention-Grabbing Medical News
This week Mary and Alex discuss three articles covering a ground-breaking vaccine trial, heart transplant anti-rejection drug risks, and colon cancer...
Reacting to Hank Green's Cancer Diagnosis
This week Mary and Alex respond to Hank Green’s recent video in which he shares his cancer diagnosis. Hank was very open and honest as he begins this...
The Ever-Changing Medical Community
This week Mary and Alex have an informal chat about the medical community and ever-changing guidelines for testing and care. They share research, arti...
When to Seek a 2nd Opinion
This week Mary and Alex discuss the reasons for and the process through which we might go about seeking a 2nd opinion. 1. To gather information, 2. No...
When Life Throws a Curveball
This week Mary and Alex reflect on an article written by a woman who left her fiancé when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor because, in her words, “...
Is Health Anxiety Real?
This week Mary and Alex chat about the term “health anxiety.” Is it real? Is it a positive or negative concept? Is there any value in it?
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The Consequences of a Delayed Diagnosis
This week Mary discusses (and Alex reacts) to the medical and legal ramifications that can come from a delay in diagnosing endometriosis.
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Rare? Uncommon? Think Again! Shocking Medical Stories that Defy Belief.
This week Alex and Mary share three different women’s cancer stories that are simply unbelievable, yet sadly, they are true.
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A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in South America, Latin America, and the Caribbean
Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in South America, Latin America, and the Caribbean, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that...
A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in Europe
Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in Europe, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that arise from the “why” behind the data.
A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in Africa
Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in Africa, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that arise from the “why” behind the data.
A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in Australia
Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in Australia, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that arise from the “why” behind the data.<...
A Global Glimpse: Cancer Statistics in Asia
Alex and Mary discuss cancer statistics in Asia, how they compare to other regions, and the questions that arise from the “why” behind the data.
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Tips for the Road: Traveling While Chronically Ill
This week Alex and Mary discuss what it’s like to travel with a chronic illness. They share tips for their preparation and planning for their upcoming...
The Heart of the Matter: Covid's Effect on Heart Health
Because February is American Heart Health Month, in Episode 3 Alex and Mary discuss the latest research regarding how Covid affects the heart.
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Inspiration from Across the Pond
Episode 2 follows up on advocacy and action as Alex and Mary discuss their campaign to provide messaging on feminine hygiene products, warning young w...
Catching Up and Moving Forward
Alex and Mary kick off Season Four with reflections on their “hiatus” (AKA surgery recovery) and they give a sneak peek into what’s ahead for the new...
Another Surgery...
Alex updates us on her upcoming surgery and she and Mary discuss the long journey that has brought her to, yet, another surgery.
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What is Awareness?
Alex and Mary discuss what it means to be “aware,” why it is so important to be aware, and how they are compelled to host a podcast about awareness.
SOCIAL MEDIA: Does it influence our medical decisions?
Alex and Mary discuss how social media affects our medical decisions, positively and negatively. They also share some of their favorite social media s...
Interview with Morgan Gaynor: Ovarian Cancer Survivor and Advocate
Morgan Gaynor shares her unbelievable story, recounting how her desire to freeze her eggs at the age of 30 led to a cancer diagnosis. This Stage 4 can...
In the News: Medical headlines we missed during the pandemic
This week, Mary and Alex look back on important medical headlines we may have overlooked in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.
An Untold Story: How Medical Diagnoses Affect Our Mental Health
Alex and Mary draw from their own experiences to discuss how and why a medical diagnosis or health issue can affect our mental health. They also touch...
Admit. Accept. Adapt.
This week Alex and Mary reflect on various challenges, diagnoses, and life-altering events that have helped them learn to admit, accept, and adapt.
UPDATE Interview with Trisha Scott Pregnancy Loss Survivor and Advocate
This week we revisit Trisha's journey of infertility and pregnancy loss... except it has a much different ending. Trisha and her husband just welcome...
In Your Place: Discussing the Roles of Women Throughout History
Taking a bit of a detour, Mary and Alex discuss women throughout history. What they were "allowed" to do and say and just how far we've come in our a...
Continuing Saga: An Update on Alex
This week, Mary and Alex discuss Alex's latest health crisis that derailed a trip to Texas and their plans for the March 28th episode.
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