742483646669721 'My friends were finishing high school and celebrating their 18ths while I am mourning at my Mum’s funeral,' Chantel explains. - The Bottom Line Podcast

Episode 20

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29th Mar 2022

'My friends were finishing high school and celebrating their 18ths while I am mourning at my Mum’s funeral,' Chantel explains.

Chantel from Gogglebox Australia was just 14 when her mum was first diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer and 18 when she passed away. During her important teenage years, she was looking after her Mum, trying to get through school while her friends were off enjoying life. 

Watching her mum slowly succumb to the disease had long term mental health ramifications for Chantel. 

Chantel tells Stephanie why she is passionate about sharing her story as a young carer, raising bowel cancer and mental health awareness, and her passion for helping other young people going through a similar situation. 

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An award winning podcast hosted by bowel cancer survivor, Stephanie Bansemer-Brown, is a monthly chat sharing stories and lived-experiences. Hearing from those living with or beyond bowel cancer, as well as health professionals involved in bowel cancer treatment and care, can be a valuable resource that can encourage and inspire others.

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