IMPERFIX: Jamila Rizvi on Living with a Brain Tumour

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<p>In 2018, writer, author &amp; change advocate Jamila Rizvi was met with horrible news. She was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour and needed surgery. <br>In this episode of The Imperfix we revisit Jamila&rsquo;s story; the tumour and its varied complications, the surgeries and how Jamila and her husband communicated the news to their son.&nbsp;</p> <p>Jamila is an all round wonderful human being and this is an incredibly moving episode. <br>You can hear the entire chat with Jamila here: <a href="https://apple.co/4icJmtx">https://apple.co/4icJmtx</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>This episode includes a discussion about disordered eating, if you or someone you love is experiencing disordered eating, we recommend the following organisations:</p> <ul> <li>The Butterfly Foundation <a href="https://bit.ly/48YCSZe">https://bit.ly/48YCSZe</a></li> <li>Eating Disorders Families Australia <a href="https://bit.ly/3TLU7J5">https://bit.ly/3TLU7J5</a></li> <li>Uncovery <a href="https://bit.ly/3x4IOCO">https://bit.ly/3x4IOCO</a></li> </ul> <p><em data-stringify-type="italic"><br>The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you&rsquo;re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>