IM09: How to Advocate for Your Health with Niyati Tamaskar - healthcare - Embracing Only

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Episode Highlight: On this episode of the "Embracing Only" podcast, we are featuring one of the most impactful moments from episode 40, with guest, Niyati Tamaskar. Your health is in your hands. It is your responsibility to do your own research and advocate for your health. Niyati is an engineer and an advocate for women in technology and engineering. At 34, she was diagnosed with cancer while she was breastfeeding her second child. Through her TED talk and books, Niyati sheds light on the cultural bias and regional stigma associated with cancer. This episode is just a short snippet that highlights the best and most powerful learning moment from a past episode. You can listen to the full episode (filled with more wisdom) here: Episode 40: #BreaktheBias of a cancer diagnosis as a woman of color with Niyati Tamaskar . Key Discussion Points: 00:59 Niyati’s Cancer Diagnosis: Niyati’s diagnosis was unfortunately accompanied by a lack of emotional intelligence and empathy. 08:33 Taking Control of Your Diagnosis: A diagnosis may feel unfair, you may struggle with self-blame, and wonder what you did wrong. Ultimately, you have to find the strength to take control of your diagnosis.

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