022: Surviving Breast Cancer...AGAIN! - With Mabih Ngu
Cancer - especially breast cancer - is one of those topics that we will continuously spark conversations about here on Living African. With the incidence and prevalence of this disease on the rise, especially among the younger generation, it is only fair that we keep these conversations going. According to the 2020 GLOBOCAN* data, 186,598 breast cancer cases were reported in Africa with 85,787 related deaths. Also, breast cancer is the commonest cause of global cancer-related deaths in women and a public health burden in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Although the disease incidence in SSA seems lower, mortality rates are disproportionately high in comparison to high-income countries which calls for more awareness and education. Today, our guest – Mabih Ngu has battled breast cancer twice and she is here to tell her story while giving us a different perspective on breast cancer. She will share with us her experience with breast cancer as a patient and as an advocate. Press play, get a seat, and let’s join us in this important conversation. *GLOBOCAN: Global Cancer Incidence, Mortality, and Prevalence. Meet Our Guest : Mabih Ngu MD MBA is a two-time breast cancer survivor who is also passionate about healthcare. This has afforded her an in-depth perspective on both sides of the spectrum: as a patient and someone who understands the disease process. As a breast cancer advocate, she encourages women to get preventative care and have periodic screenings. In 2021, she partnered with IheartHealthEx, to launch a campaign geared at raising breast cancer awareness and informing women about its prevalence. As someone who has battled breast cancer twice, she is here to tell her story while giving us a different perspective on breast cancer. Contact Our Guest: E-mail: Mabih@mypinkwalk.com Instagram: @Ngumabs Website: www.mypinkwalk.com Things You Will Learn in This Episode: [00:01 – 05:00] Introduction Getting to know our guest [05:00 – 40:00] Diagnosis, Symptoms & Surgeries How she noticed signs and symptoms How she got the diagnosis Hertherapeutic regimen thereafter The start of her advocacy journey The aftermath of her first surgery and reconstruction [40:00 – 1:05:00] Therapy, Healing, & Mental Health The need for periodic checks and screening Mabih’s experience with chemotherapy and how she conditioned her mind The importance of having a support system Mabih shares inspiring words with the listeners Dealing with the loss of hair and my natural breasts [1:05:00 – 1:25:00] Elaborating On Some Important Key Points Being respectful and patient with people battling breast cancer Mabih shared some important tips for breast cancer patients Advice to our community, especially women How to reach Mabih [1:25:00 – 1:30:00] Final Words Mabih’s final words Anyoh's final words Quotes “It is so strange how being intentionally positive can turn your mental health around. Mostly, it also turns the situation around to align with your intentional positivity so I encourage all our listeners to be intentionally positive – always.” – Mabih Ngu “Most of the time – dealing with cancer means you won’t have the company you used to have. Yes, you won’t be lonely but you won’t have normal life company so you have to find ways to keep yourself engaged and occupied. You have to ask yourself – how can I use my time?” – Mabih Ngu LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out the best content just for you! Connect with Living African Podcast: You can connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or Twitter, or send us an email at hello@livingafricanpodcast.com. Check out our website www.livingafricanpodcast.com for more resources and to learn more. Connect with host, Anyoh: You can connect with Anyoh on Facebook (@anyohf), Instagram (@anyohfombad), and Twitter (@anyohfombad). Thank you.