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Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 21 - Erin Lavery

In this episode, Toby sits down with Erin Lavery. She was diagnosed with stage 3 Hodgkin's Lymphoma in August 2024. Erin is very vocal about raising awareness about the signs and symptoms online, and aims to show people that life can still be good while going through treatment for cancer. She has also recently received news that she is now cancer-free after several rounds of treatment. 


Join us for the conversation!


About Us:


Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us.


Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you.


Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk

Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer

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