The Light of Life
by Naomi DeBello
A young lady sharing stories about the medical world while bringing inspiration and hope to her guests and audience with the power of the light of life. New episodes every Monday.
Podcast episodes
Season 3
Cancer, Heart Transplant, Divorce, and Losing Your Child with Laura
Breast cancer, emergency heart transplant, bitter divorce, and your child dying. Just one of these alone would be traumatizing to go through on its own, but Laura went through all four of these tragedies within... ONE YEAR. Yes, one YEAR. Maybe it is time to take a step back and reflect on how good we really have it. Laura's resilience is unfathomable. Her strength is admirable. Naomi personally believes it is a full-blown miracle Laura was able to keep her SANITY. If Laura can learn to cope and heal, anybody can recover from anything. Hug your loved ones, tell them you love them. You never know what can happen to you.
What to Do When Doctors Won't Listen to You with Krista
"I had a horrible cardiologist. He just would not listen to me or take anything I said seriously and would dismiss my symptoms." Krista shares this among her many unfortunate experiences with doctors in the medical industry. Naomi relates, adding, "Please get a second opinion from a different doctor from a different hospital." There IS such thing as bad doctors. Either they don't understand your case enough, or simply don't care. Specifically look out for doctors who are dismissing your symptoms, ordering unnecessary tests and/or procedures. If anything does not feel right in your gut, it's most likely not good.
Cystic Fibrosis, Double Lung Transplant, and Organ Donation with Tiffany
Tiffany Rich was born with cystic fibrosis, a congenital lung defect that impacts the fluids produced in your lungs, like mucus, and digestive juices as well. Tiffany discusses how she was on the transplant list for 3 years before receiving a pair of lungs. Tiffany also brings awareness to the fact of how important organ donation is and encourages everyone to register to donate organs after passing. Naomi also encourages this, adding you can donate blood while still alive.
A Slipped Disc with Andrew
Andrew suffered a major injury from a mild accident. As he was chopping wood with his uncle, a disc in his neck slipped and left him with damage in his neck. Andrew discusses physical therapy, occupational therapy, and how the support from friends and family helped him recover. Andrew also gives inspiring advice to people who have disabilities.