KBOO 90.7 FM: Wednesday Talk Radio

 
It's always a fun, talkative time with Lisa Loving and The Baker Sisters. Though, I've never been in the company of them all. Today, was my lucky day, I had the pleasure of being LIVE on the radio with these fabulous women. March is Colon Cancer month so we spent the hour talking about colon cancer: Screening, prevention, and here's where I came in -- the importance of eating healthy foods OUTSIDE of the Box. Listen to the PODCAST here.

A little history: The Baker Sisters (Michell, Marsha, and LaRisha) founded Steve Baker Colon Colorectal Cancer Alliance after losing  their father to colorectal cancer and have now dedicated their lives to making sure you don't lose your own life to this very treatable disease. Check out their page for more information or to get involved SBCCA.

"Eat to Live"

Yesterday, I proudly spent the afternoon at Portland State University as a part of a panel  addressing obesity, disease prevention, and health.

I'm humbled and honored to have been a part of such a beautiful event. The "Eat to Live" Lunch and Learn was a great mix of leaders from the community sharing their knowledge, community members raising questions and sharing their stories.

While our time together seemed brief. I realize the conversation has only just started -- we created a buzz yesterday. There will be plenty more open discussions similar to this. It's time we take control of health. Dr. Amajoyi said it best, "Patients need to play an active role in their health. " 

Thanks to the Steve Baker Colorectal Cancer Alliance, Multnomah County Health Department, and Providence Cancer Center for sponsoring this great event, and The Hope Kitchen Food Cart for the healthy food!