CandidCancer

Candid Cancer Podcast

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Join our hosts, Prathiba and Hui Min, 2 cancer survivors who are open and candid about their cancer journey in hopes to lift the veil and take a step closer towards destigmatizing cancer in our young adults. This podcast is brought to you by Adolescents and Young Adults Oncology, National Cancer Centre Singapore. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice. AYAO and NCCS expressly disclaims...

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CandidCancer

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Latest episode

Mar 13, 2025

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Episodes

Final Episode: Love in the Time of Cancer: Dating and Marriage Through the Journey 13.03.2025

How do you navigate love when cancer becomes part of your story? In this heartfelt episode of Candid Cancer , our host opens up about the challenges and triumphs of dating and marriage while living with cancer. From tough conversations to building deeper connections, discover what it means to love and be loved through life’s toughest moments. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared i...

Episode 17: Fasting & Chemotherapy (ft. Dr. Eileen Poon Yi Ling) 06.03.2025

Food is medicine. Let's hear from our experts! The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional for advice.

Episode 16: The Art of Manifestation 27.02.2025

Discover the power of manifestation amidst medical mountains. We explore techniques to visualize healing, cultivate hope, and rewrite your cancer story. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare prof...

Episodes 15: The Stories Scars Tell: Living Beyond Cancer 20.02.2025

Every scar holds a story—a testament to your strength and resilience. In this episode, we explore what it means to live with your scars after cancer treatment, embracing them as symbols of survival while navigating the emotional and physical challenges they bring. Let’s find empowerment in what remains and move forward together. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast...

Episode 14: Navigating Relationships and Intimacy After Cancer (ft. Dr. Irene Teo) 13.02.2025

Love and intimacy after cancer come with no script—only raw honesty. In this episode, Dr. Irene Teo, an expert in psycho-oncology, dives into the messy, beautiful realities of navigating relationships during and after cancer. Let’s explore how to embrace vulnerability, rebuild connections, and redefine intimacy together. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for...

Episode 13: Beyond the Surface: Healing Emotional Wounds After Cancer 06.02.2025

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. In this episode of the Candid Cancer Podcast by the Adolescents and Young Adults Oncology (AYAO) Programme at the National Cancer Centre Singapore, we help you find your footing amidst the uncertainty. Together, we’ll explore the first steps after diagnosis, tackle the emotional rollercoaster, and share practical strate...

Episode 12: What to do when you are diagnosed with cancer 30.01.2025

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. In this episode of the Candid Cancer Podcast by the Adolescents and Young Adults Oncology (AYAO) Programme at the National Cancer Centre Singapore, we help you find your footing amidst the uncertainty. Together, we’ll explore the first steps after diagnosis, tackle the emotional rollercoaster, and share practical strate...

Episode 11: Becoming a medical student after surviving cancer (ft. Ms Dai Lin Goh and Ms. Adriel) 26.12.2024

From central lines to stethoscope, a journey of self awareness and gratitude with cancer survivors who are in the medical field. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional for...

Episode 10: Genetic Counselling (ft. Dr. Chiang Jianbang) 19.12.2024

Knowledge can be powerful, take charge of your future with genetic counselling. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional for advice.

Episode 9: Five lessons from the Barbie movie 12.12.2024

Life is more than pink plastic, it's inner strength and beauty. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professional for advice.

Episode 8: Finding your way when dealing with terminal cancer 05.12.2024

Making peace with the situation, living every second with love. This podcast navigates the realities of terminal illness with open hearts, shared wisdom, and the unwavering belief that living fully means every moment matters. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer...

Episode 7: Dealing with relapse 28.11.2024

Rethink "relapse" as a detour, not a dead end. Join us for an inspiring story of resilience and renewed hope with our guest Deepa. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare prof...

Episode 6: The cost of cancer (ft. Ms Yong Chin Ping) 21.11.2024

Your life shouldn't cost a fortune. Offering resources and assistance to Singaporeans with the goal to reduce the financial burden of cancer. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcar...

Episode 5: Behind the battle - Stories from cancer caregivers 19.11.2024

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear many hats. Our cancer caregivers share their experiences, give tips and advocate empathy for caregivers on this demanding journey. Together, we can cross the finish line. Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore....

Episode 4: Cancer & Fertility 09.11.2024

Is it possible to start a family after a cancer diagnosis? Hear from Pratibha as she rewrites her family story, one chapter at a time.  Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you have any medical concerns, please consult a healthcare professio...

Episode 3: Am I still the old me? 01.11.2024

New chapters, familiar ink: Writing your post-cancer identity. This podcast celebrates the evolution of self. We explore stories of finding new strengths, passions, and perspectives, proving that cancer might change the story, but your voice remains true.  Disclaimer: The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views...

Episode 1: Introducing Candid Cancer & Sharing Hui Min’s Cancer Journey 24.10.2024

Genuine conversation, unfiltered emotions: navigating cancer as a gen Z and millennial, one narrative at a time. In this episode, we get to know one of our hosts, Ms. Chong Hui Min as she shares her cancer story. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you...

Episode 2: Sharing Pratibha’s cancer journey 24.10.2024

Diagnosed, defined, redefined. Join me on a raw, honest journey through cancer's unexpected turns, from fear to fight, laughter to healing. We'll navigate hope, heartbreak, and everything in between. The information, opinions, and recommendations shared in this Podcast are for general information only and do not reflect the views of AYAO or the National Cancer Centre Singapore. If you ha...

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