Ep. 432 Breast Cancer Prevention & Hidden Truths About Mammograms with Dr. Jenn Simmons

Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™

Cynthia Thurlow

Alternative Health, Nutrition, Science, Life Sciences, Health & Fitness

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 18 January 2025

⏱️ 76 minutes

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Summary

Today, I am honored to connect with my friend and colleague, Dr. Jenn Simmons. Dr. Simmons is an integrative oncologist, breast surgeon, author, podcast host, and the founder of Perfect Cutie Imaging. In our discussion today, we dive into breast cancer statistics and the fact that most cases of breast cancer are preventable. We tackle the confusion caused by overdiagnosis, explain why mammograms can be problematic, and outline which breast cancer diagnoses are true emergencies. We provide clarity on the differences between various breast cancer types, the state of normal breast health, and how we have both estrogen and progesterone receptors. Dr. Simmons sheds light on DCIS (ductal carcinoma in situ) and explains why treatments like radiation may not always impact survival. We also examine the roles of trauma and alcohol in breast cancer risk, and we begin answering questions from listeners. Don’t miss this engaging, helpful, and proactive discussion with Dr. Jenn Simmons. We were wonderfully overwhelmed with all the questions we received, and with so much still to cover, I want to reassure everyone that we are already planning a follow-up AMA episode with Dr. Jenn. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: The shift from reactive to proactive health and the need to build health rather than just treating diseases The role of lifestyle choices in reducing the risk of breast cancer Why mammograms are problematic, and how the incidence of breast cancer has increased in screened populations The carcinogenic effects of radiation The harmful effects of unnecessary breast cancer treatments The long-term effects of chemotherapy and radiation The different types of breast cancer The limitations of traditional cancer treatments and the importance of addressing the root causes of the disease How chronic stress and trauma can increase the risk of breast cancer. Why self-examining the breasts is essential Dr. Jenn introduces her clinician training program to equip providers with the knowledge to use alternative imaging Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Check out Cynthia’s website Submit your questions to [email protected] Connect with Dr. Jenn Simmons On her website Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn (podcast) On all social media: @Dr Jenn Simmons Dr. Jenn’s new book, The Smart Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer, is available on Amazon.

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0:00.0	Welcome to Everyday Wellness Podcast.
0:04.2	I'm your host, nurse practitioner, Cynthia Thurlow.
0:07.5	This podcast is designed to educate, empower, and inspire you to achieve your health and wellness goals.
0:13.9	My goal and intent is to provide you with the best content and conversations from leaders in the health and wellness industry each week and
0:21.6	impact over a million lives.
0:29.0	Today I had the honor of connecting with friend and colleague, Dr. Jen Simmons.
0:34.3	She's an integrative oncologist, breast surgeon, author, podcast host, and the founder of
0:39.5	perfect QT imaging. Today we spoke at length about breast cancer statistics and how most
0:46.2	breast cancer is preventable and how overdiagnosis confuses women and providers. Why mammograms are problematic? What types of breast
0:57.2	cancer diagnoses are an actual emergency? Descriptions of differentiators between other types of
1:03.9	breast cancer. The state of normal breasts having both estrogen and progesterone receptors.
1:09.8	The distinction of DCIS, which is ductal carcinoma
1:13.6	in situ, the impact of treatment, including radiation, not impacting survival, the role of trauma,
1:20.6	the impact of alcohol. And lastly, we started with listeners questions. To be reassured,
1:26.2	we will be having Dr. Jen back for an additional AMA episode where we will get through all of your questions.
1:32.9	We were wonderfully overwhelmed, but impossible to get them all in in one podcast episode.
1:38.2	I know you will find this to be an invaluable, helpful, and proactive conversation.
1:46.9	Welcome back, Dr. Jen.
1:48.3	Such a pleasure to be reconnected with you.
1:50.5	And as I was texting you over the weekend, your book is a book that every woman needs to own.
1:57.2	Because even as a clinician, there is stuff in this book I did not know. And it's so
2:02.3	important to be proactive as opposed to reactive. And so thank you for the gift of your work.
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