Safe and Simple Cancer Support with Sarah Franklin
Safe and Simple Cancer Support with Sarah FranklinJoining us today is Sarah Franklin, a naturopath and registered nurse specialising in Oncology. Today we are discussing safe and simple cancer support.
In today's episode, we discuss:
The variables of cancer therapies
Common side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy
Diet and lifestyle support
How to support a patient through chemo or radiotherapy
Gut health and chemotherapy
The glutamine conundrum
Post chemo support
About Sarah
Sarah Franklin is a highly qualified practitioner with over 27yrs experience in healthcare.
Sarah started out her health career as a paramedic in the Australian Army while studying for her nursing degree at Griffith University. Once she became a qualified nurse, she went on to specialise in Oncology and Emergency.
With cytotoxic qualifications from the Australia College of Nursing, she then went on to work in oncology and palliative care. With an inquisitive mind and a passion for understanding pharmacology, she then went on to study Naturopathy, Nutrition, Western Herbal medicine, and Acupuncture. Sarah now runs her own clinic combining the best of both worlds.
Sarah still works as a registered nurse in a variety of settings and presents at a range of integrative settings, including local hospitals, support groups and via podcasts for different organizations.
Sarah has been recognised for her work across our industry, and received many awards for her dedication.
Winner of the 2015 Bioceuticals Integrative Medicine Awards
Judge for Bioceuticals Integrative Medicine Awards 2018 & 2019 Medicine Awards 2018 & 2019
Medi-Herb Master Herbalist 2014 to 2021
2005 Clinical Nutrition Award for Nutrition Care Australia
Presenter for QLD and NSW cancer council and local cancer support groups
Contributor for Gold Coast Bulletin, Multi-Sport and Triathlon Magazine and other publications
Podcast Interviews for FX Medicine
