Connected Body Podcast With Laura London

What She Did After Being Given 15 Months to Live | Heather Von St. James

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What would you do if a doctor sat you down and told you that you only had 15 months left to live?

In this incredibly moving installment of our Inspiring Women Series, host Laura London sits down with Heather Von St. James. At just 36 years old—and with a tiny three-month-old baby girl at home—Heather received a shocking diagnosis of pleural mesothelioma, a deadly cancer caused by asbestos exposure. Today, as an incredible 10-year survivor, Heather shares her raw, inspiring story of fighting back, finding unmatched internal strength, and turning her survival into a global mission to raise life-saving awareness.

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What You Will Learn in This Episode:

  • The Sudden Diagnosis Shock: Heather opens up about navigating an aggressive medical prognosis while trying to care for her newborn child.
  • The Mesothelioma Reality: Crucial baseline facts about this asbestos-driven condition and why spreading awareness is a powerful tool to save lives.
  • The Power of an Unshakable Spirit: How combining medical care, a massive support network, and deep faith allows you to beat the numerical odds.
  • Finding Your Purpose in Midlife: How Heather transitioned from a medical patient to a fierce advocate, using her voice to give hope to thousands.

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