When Gill Deacon was diagnosed with cancer for the second time, she was the host of CBC Radio’s Here and Now and had gained a dedicated daily audience. Open heartedly she shares her experience living through cancer both personally and publicly. Gill has named the post-treatment phase of cancer “the reckoning”, recognizing that this period was intense and unfamiliar.

The new rhythm of life is not an easy adjustment for cancer survivors. The hosts debrief about managing patient’s expectations beyond the schedule of cancer treatments. Giovanna, Irene and Dori reflect on the importance of follow-up with patients during this vulnerable period. 

Gill Deacon has returned to Here and Now which can be heard weekdays 3-6pm, on CBC Radio 99.1FM. She has written a memoir Naked Imperfection, and a national best-seller, There’s Lead In Your Lipstick.