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Mortal and Strong - Voice No. 92 - Mel G

Author
Dr Liz Murray
Published
Fri 15 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://www.mortalandstrong.com

In this episode of Mortal and Strong, we are joined by the fabulous Mel. Mel talks us through her story of being diagnosed with De novo Cancer (this is cancer that has already spread to other parts of the body at diagnosis).


Mel's story begins with a back ache that was dismissed, even when she lost the ability to walk. After further investigation, tumours were found in Mel's spine and she was shortly diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer which likely started in her breast. Mel talks us through her cancer journey; her fierce determination to dance again, her touching appreciation for her health care team, and the mental implications of regaining strength (both physical and mental).


Mel's story is raw and heart felt, and her ability to still find joy throughout all of this is truly inspiring. Thank you to Mel for sharing your story with us and being another incredible voice for the Scars of Gold campaign!


Scars of Gold is a health awareness campaign sharing the voices of 100 women facing their mortality at a young age with life changing or incurable health conditions. Produced by charity @mortalandstrong (No.1209448).


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