Together We Are Stronger

Honest conversations with people living with Mesothelioma and EGFR Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and those who support them.

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Episode 5

 
Published on:

13th Feb, 2026

Episode 4

 
Published on:

26th Jan, 2026

Episode 3

 
Published on:

12th Jan, 2026

Episode 2

 
Published on:

29th Dec, 2025

Episode 1

 
Published on:

29th Dec, 2025

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About the Podcast

Breathe Strong
A podcast sharing the voices and stories of people living with Mesothelioma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and EGFR Positive.
Breathe Strong is a podcast by patients, for patients, sharing the voices and stories of people living with Mesothelioma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and EGFR.

Each episode features honest conversations with patients, families, and those who support them, creating a space where lived experiences are heard and valued.

The show explores the realities of life with these conditions, from diagnosis and treatment to family life and future plans. Through shared journeys, Breathe Strong offers connection, comfort, and hope for anyone affected.

Hosted by nurse Rachel Thomas and produced with support from HASAG and EGFR Positive UK, the podcast raises awareness, reduces isolation, and reminds listeners that no one faces this journey alone.

The show explores the realities of life with these conditions, from diagnosis and treatment to family life and future plans. Through shared journeys, Breathe Strong offers connection, comfort, and hope for anyone affected.

Hosted by nurse Rachel Thomas and produced with HASAG and EGFR, the podcast raises awareness, reduces isolation, and reminds listeners that no one faces this journey alone.
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Rachel Thomas

Rachel Thomas is the Mesothelioma Nurse Specialist at HASAG and the host of Breathe Strong.

She is a registered nurse with over 13 years’ experience supporting people living with mesothelioma and lung cancer, and the families around them. Her work spans NHS, hospice, and community care, with a focus on supporting patients at home, where conversations feel safer and support feels personal.

Rachel has published on lung cancer, spoken at national and international conferences, and is a committee member of the International Thoracic Forum for Nurses. She has worked with HASAG for over 2 years and now supports patients directly as part of the charity team.

As host of Breathe Strong, she brings real clinical insight, compassion, and honesty to every conversation, giving patients and families a voice when it matters most.