Well, Now: The Isolation of a Life-Threatening Diagnosis

Each week, we’ve explored wellness from different perspectives, but
we haven’t talked about what it means to live a full life while
grappling with the real possibility of death.  Most of us hope
for a full, long life with “good” health. But a serious, possibly
fatal diagnosis changes everything: Our relationships with work,
loved ones, and even the way we see ourselves. On this week’s
episode of Well, Now we speak with author, journalist, and artist
Suleika Jaouad. Many learned about her work in the Oscar-nominated
documentary American Symphony – which chronicled her marriage to
musician Jon Baptiste as his career soared and her leukemia
re-emerged.  But Suleika began documenting illness and
identity long before starring in an award-winning film. If you
liked this episode, check out: “People Feel Like They’re Drowning”:
The Long COVID Survivors Left Behind Well, Now is hosted by
registered dietitian nutritionist Maya Feller and Dr. Kavita Patel.
Editing and podcast production by Vic Whitley-Berry with editorial
oversight by Alicia Montgomery. Send your comments and
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