111: Yes To Life Show with Robin Daly MBE - Episode 111

111: Yes To Life Show with Robin Daly MBE - Episode 111

UK Health Radio Podcast

Robin Daly chats with Viv Grant about her journey from activism to battling cancer, highlighting the importance of integrative medicine and personal agency.

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44:386 Feb 2025

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Defying Cancer: A Conversation with Viv Grant

Episode Overview

  • Viv Grant's inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to activism.
  • Her experience in turning around a failing school.
  • The role of integrative medicine in cancer treatment.
  • The importance of having agency in healthcare decisions.
  • Balancing conventional treatments with alternative approaches.
I knew what it was like to be told a failure. That wasn't going to happen to these children who were in my care

Ever wondered why cancer rates are skyrocketing despite billions poured into research? Robin Daly, the host of the Yes to Life Show, dives deep into this pressing issue. With a unique blend of curiosity and compassion, Robin talks to scientists, oncologists, and remarkable survivors who have defied the odds. This episode features Viv Grant, a leader and activist with a powerful story. Growing up as a black female in the UK, Viv’s journey has been anything but easy.

She shares her experiences of turning around a failing school and how her mother’s resilience influenced her path. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Viv opens up about her own battle with uterine cancer and the lack of agency she felt in her treatment. She discusses the importance of integrative medicine and finding a balance between conventional treatments and alternative approaches. Viv’s story is not just about survival; it’s about thriving against all odds.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by cancer or looking for inspiration in the face of adversity. Tune in to hear how love, dedication, and a fighting spirit can make all the difference.

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