During this heartfelt interview, Marcia opens up about her personal battle with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) — a condition that affects one in five people over age 60 and kills more people than cancer. Marcia discusses how, after suffering pain for two years and undergoing procedures to save her right big toe, she ultimately had to face the difficult experience of a toe amputation. Despite these challenges, she has become a fierce advocate for PAD awareness.Recognizing the Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease: Marcia shares the critical symptoms of PAD, which include: Cold feet Pain or tightness in the calves when walking Muscle spasms Discoloration in the toes or legs Loss of hair growth on the legs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support . 💡 At Passionate World Talk Radio, we believe real conversations matter. Stay inspired and keep listening to Chatting with Betsy at www.passionateworldtalkradio.com.
