This episode tells the story of how one man, Jake Messier, is challenging the stigma surrounding male metastatic breast cancer, a disease affecting 1% of all breast cancer patients. It's an important reminder that not all cancers are funded and researched equally, and that behind every statistic is a person trying to live a normal life.

Jake has used his lifelong PR skills to turn what is a diagnosis unlike any other into a conversation about equity, resilience and a deep societal stigma. This conversation should also serve as a reminder of how patients perceive the healthcare system and that communication is key when treating patients, many of whom are vulnerable.

A huge thank you to Jake for coming on the show. If you want more information, see Jake's website: https://www.theguywithstage4breastcancer.com/

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