Sharing a difficult story about cervical screening, with writer Brittany Chaffee
07/09/24 • 26 min
Brittany Chaffee talks about navigating cervical health testing, and recounts the moment she received an alarming call from her doctor, leading to years of anxiety, biopsies, and eventually, a harrowing LEEP procedure. Brittany emphasizes the importance of talking publicly about women’s health to combat shame and isolation.
Show notes:
‘The powerful act of sharing our stories about women’s health.’
More information on cervical cancer screening
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Brittany Chaffee talks about navigating cervical health testing, and recounts the moment she received an alarming call from her doctor, leading to years of anxiety, biopsies, and eventually, a harrowing LEEP procedure. Brittany emphasizes the importance of talking publicly about women’s health to combat shame and isolation.
Show notes:
‘The powerful act of sharing our stories about women’s health.’
More information on cervical cancer screening
We’re building a community around women’s health so that no one is overlooked. You can support the show by:
-Subscribing to the Overlooked newsletter on the website: www.overlookedpod.com
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-Sharing this episode with someone who will find it useful and relevant.
-Write to us and tell us your story: [email protected]
LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR? Support the show by:
Becoming a Patron - Overlooked is on Patreon, where you can and get rewards like merch, the ability to send in questions for expert guests, and a 'backstage pass' to the show.
Leaving a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you're listening.
New to Overlooked? Welcome. Overlooked was launched in 2023 to tell the story of ovarian cancer through one woman's story. In 2024 the show started to cover other overlooked topics in women's health - and there are many. The show is hosted by Golda Arthur, an audio journalist and producer.
SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER - learn more about the backstory to the episodes, and to join a community of people who are deeply engaged with women's health topics. Sign up here: https://overlookedpodcast.kit.com/e4b85028b6
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Links for further learning:
AOA Dx and their new lab in Denver: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aoadx/
More on gangliosides / Professor Uri Saragovi's work: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37124505/
The origins of the term ‘Femtech’ : https://www.cnbc.com/2023/03/06/meet-the-woman-who-invented-a-whole-new-subsection-of-tech-set-to-be-worth-1-trillion.html
DISCLAIMER:
What you hear and read on ‘Overlooked’ is for general information purposes only and represents the opinions of the host and guests. The content on the podcast and website should not be taken as medical advice. Every person’s body is unique, so please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions that may arise.
LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR? Support the show by:
Becoming a Patron - Overlooked is on Patreon, where you can and get rewards like merch, the ability to send in questions for expert guests, and a 'backstage pass' to the show.
Leaving a review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you're listening.
New to Overlooked? Welcome. Overlooked was launched in 2023 to tell the story of ovarian cancer through one woman's story. In 2024 the show started to cover other overlooked topics in women's health - and there are many. The show is hosted by Golda Arthur, an audio journalist and producer.
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Show notes:
Gillian Goddard’s Hot Flash Newsletter: https://parentdata.org/hotflash-signup/
Gillian’s piece on HRT for menopause https://parentdata.org/hormone-replacement-therapy-menopause-symptoms/
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New to Overlooked? Welcome. Overlooked was launched in 2023 to tell the story of ovarian cancer through one woman's story. In 2024 the show started to cover other overlooked topics in women's health - and there are many. The show is hosted by Golda Arthur, an audio journalist and producer.
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