The Max Mallory Foundation - Joyce Lofstrom host

Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer

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This podcast is all about testicular cancer--the survivors, medical researchers, stories from caregivers, those who didn't make it, awareness advocates, and much more. It covers the whole subject with compelling stories about this cancer--which, though rare in general, is the number one cancer hitting young men. "Don't Give Up" fighting this wildfire-like form of cancer, because great strides have been made and with more awareness and effort, we can BEAT testicular cancer for good.

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The Max Mallory Foundation - Joyce Lofstrom host

Episodes

Surviving Testicular Cancer Three Times - Then and Now - Episode #8 19.11.2020 30:33

A testicular cancer diagnosis is challenging enough, but Tim Buckland had that experience three different times. Hear from Tim how he managed this extended cancer journey and now uses his science background to help others in Alberta, Canada. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon .

It's OK to Talk about Your Balls and Testicular Cancer - Episode #7 12.11.2020 28:20

Jason Birckbichler approached his testicular cancer diagnosis with humor chronicling his journey on his blog A Ballsy Sense of Tumor . Hear from Jason as he talks about his life before, during, and after cancer...and why men should be comfortable talking about their health. It's all in this episode from the Max Mallory Foundation. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instag...

Go to the Doctor - How I Survived Testicular Cancer - Episode #6 05.11.2020 27:08

Travis Garski shares his journey of survival with testicular cancer, an experience he describes, in part, as a kind of "ego-death." After a snowboarding vacation, he went to the doctor suspecting something might be wrong. He then traversed the nine weeks of chemo to reach good health and a new outlook on life. Listen to his story. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter ,...

Beyond Cancer - A Young Woman's Journey to Help Others - Episode #5 29.10.2020 23:48

Her mother dies of cancer, and then four months later, Mallory Casperson, age 24, receives her own cancer diagnosis. Mallory's journey and survival led her to establish Lacuna Loft , a nonprofit focused on education and support for young adults with cancer. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you can please support our nonpro...

A Mom Talks about Testicular Cancer - Episode #4 21.10.2020 14:09

A mom talks about finding the right doctor and navigating testicular cancer treatment. Joyce Lofstrom, the host of the Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer podcast, shares her insights based on experience during her son's cancer journey. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you can please support our nonprofit through Patr...

Life Goes On – One Testicular Cancer Survivor’s POV - Episode #3 14.10.2020 34:16

Adam Johnstone shares his testicular cancer journey that included 5 surgeries and 4 cycles of VIP chemotherapy. He was 19 years old. Listen to Adam, as he shares his cancer experiences and life now - six years after his cancer diagnosis. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon .

A Conversation with a Testicular Cancer Survivor and Entrepreneur - Episode #2 08.10.2020 21:08

Jonny Imerman, a testicular cancer survivor, talks about his cancer journey and Imerman Angels, which he established after his cancer journey to provide one-on-one support for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon .

Why We Never Gave Up on Testicular Cancer - Episode #1 24.09.2020 26:54

In this first episode of Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer, learn more about Max Mallory who died at age 22 from testicular cancer. His dad, Chuck Mallory, shares Max’s story and the work of the Max Mallory Foundation, established to honor Max and build awareness about testicular cancer. Send us Fan Mail Support the show Find us on Twitter , Instagram , Facebook & Linkedin . If you ca...