Here’s a thought that may seem strange; you can disagree with your doctor. Sure, they have the diplomas on the wall and you’re the one in the paper gown, but remember; the doctor works for you!

In this episode of our podcast An Unexpected Life, you’ll meet
melanoma survivor Elea Vander Burgh. As a 17 year old high school student, Elea
stubbornly stood her ground when her dermatologist brushed aside a questionable mole as nothing. Elea demanded it be removed. The result; a melanoma diagnosis that possibly saved her life.

Now a student at Baylor University, Elea shares her inspirational story with
Marianne to illustrate the challenge and power of self advocacy at
any age, the importance of shopping for a good dermatologist, and the
magic of developing a good scar story!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✅ Why it’s important to listen to your inner voice.
✅ The value of advocacy and saying no!
✅ The hallmarks of a gold star dermatologist.
✅ The importance of finding a medical “team” post diagnosis.
✅ Sharing your story with friends.

Links
🔶 Screening to Save Your Life! How to Find the Best Dermatologist https://bit.ly/44dYnWO
🔶 The Difference Between Melanoma and Skin Cancer: Awareness That Could Save Your Life. https://bit.ly/45hm6q7
🔶 Education to Save Young Lives / The Basics of AYA Melanoma https://bit.ly/3ZVYqDx

Want to hear more episodes of An Unexpected Life? Find them here: https://clairemariefoundation.org/podcast/

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“ The Claire Marie Foundation provides clarity and hope in the fight against adolescent and young adult melanoma through awareness, education and prevention.

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Is your head spinning? Your heart racing? Does life feel out of control?

Join the club! In this chaotic world anxiety is at an all-time high. But don’t lose hope - help is here!

In this episode, Marianne Banister talks with Anxiety Expert and Cognitive Behavioral Therapist April Moran, about how you can add some calm to your life with easy practical tips. Enhance your body and mind connection for your overall health and wellness. It’s especially important for those fighting cancer or other chronic conditions.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✅ The toxic impact of stress hormones on your body

✅ The link between anxiety and cancer

✅ Easy techniques to calm your mind and body

Links

🔶 Stress and Cancer: bit.ly/4kVuDV3

🔶 Cortisol and Cancer: bit.ly/4kWDeXA

🔶 Anxiety Ruining Your Vibe? https://bit.ly/4j1GvTx

Claire Marie Foundation Mission

“ The Claire Marie Foundation provides clarity and hope in the fight against adolescent and young adult melanoma through awareness, education and prevention.

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SPF, UPF, Heliocare (trademark), dermascopy. What the ??? Sometimes it feels a PhD is needed just to prep for a day in the sun. There are so many myths, truths and little known facts about sun safety coming at us it can be overwhelming. Relax! We’ve got the skinny on your skin!

In this episode of An Unexpected Life, Marianne Banister explores some surprisingly simple ways to be sensationally sun safe this summer - and every day of the year for that matter! Renown dermatologist Dr. Marguerite Germain, M.D. is our guest and she is a wealth of information!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✅ The best choices when it comes to sunscreen

✅ Value of UPF 50 clothing and where to find it

✅ Hidden sun risks

✅ Affects of sun, alcohol and your skin

✅ Little known tricks to protect your skin

✅ Why screening is as important as sunscreen

Links

🔶 Why You Need Sun Safe Clothing: https://bit.ly/42qGBP6

🔶 Little Known Tricks to Sun Safety: bit.ly/4cGxQmy

🔶 The Risk of Spray and Aerosol Sunscreens: https://bit.ly/4cmxTEi

🔶 Reef Safe Sunscreen Guide: https://bit.ly/ClaireMarieFoundation

Claire Marie Foundation Mission

“ The Claire Marie Foundation provides clarity and hope in the fight against adolescent and young adult melanoma through awareness, education and prevention.

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