
← The RAISE Podcast14 Jul · 1 h 07 min
Breast Cancer at 30: Combining Chemotherapy & Holistic Treatment | An Integrative Approach with Katie Wallwork
This week we're joined by our friend and manager, Katie Wallwork, as she shares her deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with breast cancer at just 30 years old.
From discovering a lump while fastening her seatbelt to navigating appointments, seeking second opinions and rebuilding her health, Katie opens up about one of the most challenging seasons of her life.
Together, we explore what happens after a diagnosis, the importance of advocating for yourself, and why she chose to combine conventional treatment with a holistic approach that supported both her body and mind. Katie also shares the daily practices, research and mindset shifts that helped her navigate treatment, alongside honest conversations about environmental health, inflammation, mould exposure, supplements, nutrition and taking an active role in your own wellbeing.
Whether you're navigating your own health journey, supporting someone you love or simply want to feel more empowered in your healthcare decisions, this episode is filled with compassion, curiosity and hope.
In this episode, we discuss:
Katie's breast cancer diagnosis at age 30
What happens when you discover a lump
The importance of self-advocacy and seeking second opinions
Integrating conventional treatment with complementary approaches
Blood work, inflammation and biomarkers
Environmental health, mould exposure and lifestyle factors
The role of mindset during difficult seasons