Everyone Dies (Every1Dies)

Did you know elder heat-related deaths have increased by 85% since 1990? This isn't just about air temperature; it's about the lethal combination of heat and humidity. Today we explore the often-overlooked crisis that is only getting worse. Learn why older adults are uniquely vulnerable, how medications can interfere with heat tolerance, and the warning signs that signal a potentially fa...

The goals you set today may start to resemble a life you can bear again...learn seven tips to help you along your grief journey. https://bit.ly/459zfAR Start healing after loss with these gentle, practical steps. Find guidance on managing grief, embracing routines, documenting your journey, and building a supportive community.  In this Episode: 03:22 - Road Trip to Florida: Skunk Ape and Strawberr...

Billy Joel recently had to cancel the rest of his tour following a recent diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH). So what is NPH? Listen to learn.  https://bit.ly/3Isn21n In this Episode: 01:42 - Billy Joel's Illness Announcement 03:54 - Road Trip to Georgia: Ghosts and Coca-Cola Cake 08:28 - What is Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)? 11:19 - The Trifecta of NPH symptoms 13:35 - H...

What is the role of PSA for early detection, and how does hormone therapy affect cancer patients? These are questions we dig into in this episode.  https://bit.ly/4lC0ZUd In This Episode: 01:32 - Road Trip-South Carolina & Shout Halellujah Potato Salad 02:38 - Fighting For Your Life Is Boring - Andrew Reynolds 04:44 - Prostate Cancer - Risks and Treatment 09:46 - Why Was Biden's Prostate...

Have you had the experience where you have more time in your past than you do in your future? If you have, you are not alone. Join us for a discussion with our resident singer/songwriter Mike Ward in a discussion about time and help us celebrate the release of his 6th album, The Time That Remains .  In his song "How Are You Today?" Mike wrestles with the things we may ask ourselves as ou...

 Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1 to 4 and a leading cause of accidental death. Learn how to reduce your and your family's risk.  https://bit.ly/4jYEHuM In this Episode: 03:32 - Road Trip: Virginia and Peanut Pie 05:22 - Dr. Nancy Berns: Learning to Float in Grief 08:18 - Ways to Prevent Accidental Drowning for Children 09:58 - 80% of Drownings Happen in Residentia...

Saul Bellow wrote, “Losing a parent is something like driving through a plate-glass window. You didn’t know it was there until it shattered, and then for years to come you’re picking up the pieces.” In honor of Father’s day, we offer some thoughts about parental relationships that you may find helpful as you pick up your own pieces of glass, and maybe a few splinters.  https://bit.ly/4l8cvXf   In...

Marianne and Jeanna Ford discuss the Hulu Series "Dying for Sex," a true story about a 42 year old woman with recurrent breast cancer. https://bit.ly/3FQcND3 Several patients told Dr. Ford she had to watch this. One patient told Jeanna she felt “seen and heard” as this was the first thing to represent what she was going through as a metastatic cancer patient. Why did they find it so powe...

 Learn how mindfulness and community help us navigate the experience of grief  Grief can be a very lonely time for many people. We may feel like we do not want people around or just do not have the energy to talk. On the other hand, many people do not know how to manage being around a person who is grieving. This week we talk about the things you can do, alone, to find your healing path through gr...

Learn the terms healthcare teams use after cancer treatment is complete, and why they hesitate to use the word "cured."  https://bit.ly/3FfnfUx Advances in cancer diagnosis, screening, and treatment have greatly improved the 5-year survival rates of most people with cancer over the last 30 years. Long-term survivors of cancer are more and more common, and research is increasingly directe...

Charlie shares his thoughts on the Anniversary of His Son’s Death: https://bit.ly/4dn8RpU Traumatic grief is grief and mourning over a death that came about in traumatic circumstances (e.g. sudden, suicide, murder). This week Charlie talks about the murder of his 21-year-old son which occurred outside a bodega in New York City, five years ago. This heartbreaking story brings into focus the value o...

Chemotherapy not only changes how your brain thinks, it also impacts your emotional regulation. How do you manage brain fog and chemo rage? Listen to learn about ways to harness this emotional energy and channel it in productive ways.  https://bit.ly/4iWTmpM In this Episode: 01:39 - Streaming Series Review:  Adolescence 05:22 - New Jersey and Coconut Cream Pie 06:23 - What Does American Medical De...

 How does chemotherapy work and why does it cause side effects? We answer these questions and more in this episode as we continue our series about cancer with a discussion about chemotherapy. https://bit.ly/42Hvhyk In this Episode: 03:31 - Travel: Rhode Island and Clam Cakes 04:35 - Anna Quindlen - We Need to "Get a Life" 08:45 - Chemotherapy Overview: How it works, Cycles, Port 12:19 -...

Cancer cells often have ways to hide from immune cells. Immunotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that helps our body's own defenses - "Natural Born Killers" - to more effectively fight the cancer. Learn how: https://bit.ly/3S5rAfA In this Episode: 01:37 - Relishing New York's Finer Moments 04:47 - New York Cheesecake Recipe 08:08 - Anna Quindlen - Gratitude for the Moments 1...

Radiation therapy is the use of ionizing radiation—X-rays, gamma rays, or subatomic particles such as neutrons—to destroy cancer cells. Learn how it works, the types of radiation, and early and late side effects you may see. https://bit.ly/4cEClyU In this Episode: 01:52 - Road Trip - Louisiana, and Crunch Cake Recipe 03:30 - Anna Quindlin - The Dividing Line 06:52 - Radiation Therapy Explained 12:...

Learn how your treatment plan is decided and terms you may see We continue our series to help you understand cancer and its treatment. This week we focus on surgery , the oldest form of cancer treatment. Learn about surgery timing, types of cancer surgery, and how NCCN evidence-based guidelines provide a standard treatment path no matter where you are. In this Episode: 02:58 - Wisconsin-Cheese, UF...

Why “What Do You Need from Me?” Should be Among the First Things We Say When someone with serious illness needs to make a decision about treatment, is facing the end of their life, or grieving the death of a loved one, it’s easy to feel like you just don’t know what to say. Learn conversational tools to help them more effectively. https://bit.ly/42hWWEw #friendship #grieving #whattosay #comfort #h...

Like the seeds of a dandelion drift on the wind and land other places, cancer can spread under the right conditions. How does cancer spread and why does it happen? We tackle these questions in this episode in our series “Everything you always wanted to know about cancer, but didn’t have anyone to ask.” https://bit.ly/440dQKo In This Episode: 3:44 - Road Trip: Missouri and Recipe for Gooey Butter C...

How Get a Head Start and Investigate All Your Options - Before Your Health Declines  How do you know when the time has come to choose an assisted living facility? Learn factors to consider and how to proactively make a good choice for the future. https://bit.ly/4iKzbvx In this Episode: 02:30 - Illinois Road Trip and Recipe of the Week: Ann Sather's Famous Cinnamon Rolls 04:39 - Ten Rather Und...

Cancer staging is very important to guide treatment decisions and eligibility in studies. When an oncologist delivers a diagnosis it will include stage, but what does that mean? After an agonizing period of tests, waits for results, and finally an answer, many people go numb as soon as they hear the word "cancer" and fail to ask for clarification about terminology. Learn what you need to...

Nobody wants a cancer diagnosis, and it is easy to be drawn to promises of a cure in search of normalcy. Dr. Matzo shares pointers to help you spot a fraud. Dr. Jeanna Ford joins us again to also share her experiences and as we discuss the role of holistic medicine and how to stay safe. https://bit.ly/4i510Pc In this Episode: 04:07 - Kentucky Road Trip: The Origin of Little Green Men 06:06 - Recip...

Did you download your CT scan report from your portal and are anxiously waiting contact from your doctor to understand what it means? The complex terminology can be intimidating. How do you find what really matters? We show you how to hone in on the summary section and what those findings mean. https://bit.ly/43fzBFG In this Episode: 03:22 - The Origin of Kellogg Corn Flakes 04:56 - Recipe of the...

Is cancer a death sentence? Can "X" cause cancer? We sift through common beliefs and popular television/social media claims...learn whether research backs it up. https://bit.ly/4bblanU There are lots of popular ideas about how cancer starts and spreads that make a lot of sense. However, many of these claims have no scientific basis, even after numerous studies. This week we are the MythB...

Is the reason I got cancer because of fate, punishment...or is it just part of the human experience? Show Notes How people receive a cancer diagnosis is variable. Their reactions can range from anxiety, fear, and depression to feelings of guilt. They may feel cancer is a punishment for past actions or failure to practice a healthy lifestyle. This week we dive into these emotional reactions. Our gu...

Did you or someone you love ever ask: What exactly is cancer? Why did I get cancer? Did I do something to cause it, or was it just bad luck? Noble laureate Dr. Harold Varmus says, "The prevention of cancer requires us to look not just at genetic predisposition but at how our lifestyle choices and environmental exposures interact with our biology to affect cancer risk.” We talk about how cance...