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Join international award-winning humor writer and lifelong hypochondriac Angelina Assanti as she speaks with people who have real health conditions that were self-discovered. Angelina's own cancer diagnosis was overlooked when...
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Join international award-winning humor writer and lifelong hypochondriac Angelina Assanti as she speaks with people who have real health conditions that were self-discovered. Angelina's own cancer diagnosis was overlooked when her general practitioner's office claimed she needed a heart monitor - which she didn't. Sometimes people have legitimate health problems that are dismissed as anxiety. Angelina doesn't believe in talking points or planned questions so that the conversation can evolve organically - which means anything can happen!
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The Healthy Hypochondriac with Angelina Assanti
The Healthy Hypochondriac with Angelina Assanti
Cancer Alliance Network (CAN) Financially Supports Local Cancer Patients
28 FEB 2024 · Michelle from Cancer Alliance Network sits down and talks about what CAN is doing in both Lee and Collier Counties to support local cancer patients by helping them pay bills. To apply for help or donate money, please click on the following links, 92 cents of every dollar goes directly to patients in need in our community:
https://www.canceralliancenetwork.org/ March 5th, Top Golf Event, Fort Myers https://one.bidpal.net/fancypants2023/welcome March 17th, YogaCAN event, Naples https://cbo.io/tickets/purchase_tickets.php?slug=yogacan&form_name=tix
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
15 JAN 2024 · Angelina talks about being a 9-year cervical cancer survivor. She outlines the symptoms as well as traditional and alternative therapies. The most important thing for cancer patients to remember is always getting a second opinion! To learn more about cervical cancer, treatments, or Angelina's best-selling, international award-winning humorous cancer book, please check out the following links: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/basic_info/index.htmhttps://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/treatment-types.htmlhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cancer-treatment/in-depth/cancer-treatment/art-20047246https://www.amazon.com/stores/Angelina-Assanti/author/B00FDUMZ46?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
Season 1: Episode 14 - Multiple award-winning author Richard Ballo discusses grief, losing a spouse, and when to get help
1 FEB 2022 · Multiple award-winning author, Richard Ballo, discusses grieving and the stages one goes through. He also talks about his books about grief, life as a single sad, people saying insensitive things, and finding love again. https://tolmanmainpress.com, https://richardballo.com
https://richardballo.com
Season 1: Episode 13 - Lorna Owens, R.N., Attorney, and Health Guru Talks Teas and Toxins!
21 DEC 2021 · Lorna Owens who was a practicing R.N. then went to law school and had a successful career as an entertainment attorney (with several appearances on national TV) is now sharing her knowledge about health and wellness. She discusses how teas can actually help health issues and how we need to mindful of toxins in seemingly innocent everyday products. https://www.desert-sage.co/, https://www.facebook.com/lorna.owens1
Season 1: Episode 12 - Fellow Author and Cancer Survivor of Multiple Myeloma Evan Oldford Shares 7 Tips for Coping with Cancer
24 NOV 2021 · On this episode, fellow cancer survivors, Evan Oldford shares 7 tips for coping with cancer. It's a rough diagnosis and if you're not ready or haven't been close to anyone who has had it, you can wonder if there are things that could make the journey easier. For more on Multiple Myeloma, please check out this site: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-causes/syc-20353378 Please check out Evan's new book: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3AEvan+Oldford&s=relevancerank&text=Evan+Oldford&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1
Season 1: Episode 11 - So You’ve Been Diagnosed With Cancer - 7 tips to help you navigate your journey
7 NOV 2021 · So, you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, now what? I include 7 tips to help you deal with the news and be proactive about getting the best information from your doctor about treatment and life afterward. From talking to your family and friends to what you should share on social media, I discuss how I handled the news and what got me through the first couple years after treatment. Please consider buying my national and international award-winning humor journal about what to expect through your cancer journey called “Thank God I Got Cancer, I’m Not a Hypochondriac Anymore!” Through the link: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Thank-God-I-Got-Cancer-I-m-Not-a-Hypochondriac-Anymore-9780997984323/269715204 or https://www.amazon.com/Thank-God-Cancer-Hypochondriac-Anymore/dp/0997984325/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=angelina+assanti&qid=1636313344&qsid=139-6875593-3017219&sr=8-2&sres=0997984325%2CB08JJTFMYH%2CB08K586CWC%2CB08K56XDV3%2CB00OEV1ZIC%2C0997984309%2C1539643239%2C1534454829%2C1534442502%2C153445151X%2C1534454268%2C153446445X%2C1541173279%2CB07MF43VRK
And if you’re going to donate or work with a cancer charity, make sure it’s legit and actually trying to cure cancer by going to https://www.charitynavigator.org
I am not a doctor and not qualified to give dating advice, never mind advice about health. If you need medical help, please seek help from an actual doctor!
Season 1: Episode 10 - I’m Bringing Cankles Back! Sorry Justin Timberlake. Lymphedema isn’t sexy.
25 SEP 2021 · In Part 1 of my discussion on Lymphedema, I discuss how I got it, symptoms, treatments, and I include show notes about the machine I use every day to help me with circulation. I also discuss Oscar winner and cancer survivor, Kathy Bates, who testified in front of congress to get more money allocated for the diagnosis and treatment of lymphedema. Lymphedema doesn’t just happen to cancer patients, many diabetics suffer from this debilitation condition. *I’m not a doctor, I’m a writer! I’m not qualified to give medical advice because I literally get paid to make stuff up. If you need medical advice, consult a doctor immediately! https://lymphaticnetwork.org, https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/patient-education/about-your-lymph-node-transplant-surgery-lymphedema, https://www.cancer.org/search.html?q=Lymphedema+,
https://www.mayoclinic.org/search/search-results?q=Lymphedema, https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=smPhOxfwQyc, https://universe-inside-you.com/nikola-teslas-vibrational-healing-device-sound-vibrational-medicine/, https://www.amazon.com/Pinty-Vibration-Platform-Exercise-Machine/dp/B0195Y9PF2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=12GC6NH565KMT&dchild=1&keywords=merax+vibration+machine&qid=1632541307&sprefix=merax+vi&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFONFlHUTVTTkZNTDQmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTEwMzU1NDhSUU1XQ0RHNElSRDgmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMTA0NzM2NTFCSFpUS040SlJBVzImd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
Season 1: Episode 9 - The Mad Bladder - Urinary Tract Infections, Causes and Prevention
18 SEP 2021 · Although easily-treatable, UTIs can cause life-threatening injuries such as sepsis or even death! But what if you’re chronic UTI issues are stemming from surgery that was supposed to correct something else? I’ll discuss how to look for symptoms, how to prevent your next one, as well as why they happen. Although I include links for men, this episode discusses lady problems (gross!) such as hysterectomies and in my case, the cancer treatment that led to a life-changing problem with my bladder.
Season 1: Episode 8 - How a $20 device could save your life!
12 SEP 2021 · This week, I will be discussing why you need a pulse oximeter in your home. After the recent and unexpected death of a family member, I want to arm you with knowledge that I didn’t have. A pulse oximeter measures the amount of oxygen in your blood. According to the FDA’s website, 95-100 is a normal range. I will tell you the symptoms to watch for, where you can buy one and recommendations from the FDA. *I’m not a doctor and can’t even play one on TV! If you need medical help, please call your doctor or 911. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/pulse-oximeter-accuracy-and-limitations-fda-safety-communication, https://www.amazon.com/Zacurate-Fingertip-Oximeter-Saturation-Batteries/dp/B06Y2FFQB9/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?crid=3HEVSLKWH5HFO&dchild=1&keywords=pulse+oximeter&qid=1631480219&sprefix=pulse+&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMVY4RjMxUURVNzRaJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDkwNTY2Mk9NUzZYRDdIUVhOTCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDI0NjE2WEROTlRPUk9JWVZYJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfcGhvbmVfc2VhcmNoX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
Season 1: Episode 7 - People flip out over Gymnast Simone Biles, Sally Holt talks about anxiety and mental health
29 JUL 2021 · My friend Sally and I discuss Olympic Champion Simone Biles and her exit from the Olympics due to mental health issues. Instead of rallying around this American hero, some people can't wait to attack her because she dares to put her mental health first. Sally (both a retired educator and librarian with life-long anxiety) talks about what anxiety is, warning signs, and solutions. She also covers potential origins, and we discuss stats. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/anxiety/symptoms-causes/syc-20350961 *I’m not a doctor and can’t even play one on TV! If you need medical help, please call a medical doctor or 911!
Join international award-winning humor writer and lifelong hypochondriac Angelina Assanti as she speaks with people who have real health conditions that were self-discovered. Angelina's own cancer diagnosis was overlooked when...
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Join international award-winning humor writer and lifelong hypochondriac Angelina Assanti as she speaks with people who have real health conditions that were self-discovered. Angelina's own cancer diagnosis was overlooked when her general practitioner's office claimed she needed a heart monitor - which she didn't. Sometimes people have legitimate health problems that are dismissed as anxiety. Angelina doesn't believe in talking points or planned questions so that the conversation can evolve organically - which means anything can happen!
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| Author | Angelina Assanti |
| Organization | Angelina Assanti |
| Categories | Health & Fitness |
| Website | - |
| angassanti@gmail.com |
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