The YMyHealth Podcast

In this episode of the YMyHealth podcast, Co-host Julie Woon kicks off Pride Month with a conversation about colorectal cancer awareness within the LGBTQ+ community. She is joined by David Russo and Andrew Wortmann of Cheeky Charity, who share the organization's mission to raise awareness and provide support for LGBTQ+ individuals affected by colorectal and anal cancer. The conversation covers the importance of targeted outreach, the need for education on screening and symptoms, and the role of humor in discussing serious health topics. They also highlight future projects and initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes in the community.

Highlights: 
  • (00:00) Introduction to YMyHealth Podcast
  • (01:28) The Birth of Cheeky Charity
  • (05:33) Targeting the LGBTQ+ Community
  • (08:13) Misconceptions and Education on Colorectal Cancer
  • (12:59) Screening Guidelines and Advocacy
  • (17:34) The Importance of Humor in Serious Topics
  • (20:54) Future Goals and Projects of Cheeky Charity
Links:
Are you a millennial interested in learning more about healthcare issues specifically related to your generation? Start here: https://www.ymyhealth.com/ and follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/ymyhealth_/

Have a question about one of our podcast episodes? Email us at  ymyhealthpodcast@gmail.com. We will be answering your podcast episode questions in our upcoming Q&A episode this summer.

Interested in sponsoring the YMyHealth podcast? We'd love to partner with brands and organizations that align with our mission of providing healthcare education to millennials. Contact us at ymyhealthpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship opportunities.

Visit Cheeky Charity at www.cheekycharity.org and follow them on Instagram @cheekycharity  

Learn more about this episode's guests, Cheeky Charity's Executive Director, David Russo, and Director of Development, Andrew Wortmann here: https://www.cheekycharity.org/our-team

Learn more about YMyHealth's Podcast Co-Host and Content Marketing Strategist, Julie Woon, here:
https://www.ymyhealth.com/team/julie-woon

Thanks again to our sponsor, Dr. Sarah Diekman, Director of Diekman Dysautonomia! If you’d like to learn more about our sponsor and her practice that provides care to patients with POTS and Long COVID, go to https://dysautonomiaexpert.com

What is The YMyHealth Podcast?

A podcast by millennials, for millennials, covering health challenges unique to Gen Y. Get expert insights, practical patient advice, and inspiring survivor stories to help you make informed healthcare choices. Empower your journey with YMyHealth!