At 21 years of age, Hugo Toovey discovered a small lump. Like many young men, he ignored it.

What followed was a life-changing cancer diagnosis, months of chemotherapy, major surgery, and a lesson that would ultimately shape the rest of his life: never ignore the signs when something doesn't feel right.

In this powerful Men's Health Week conversation, Hugo shares his journey through not one but two cancer diagnoses before the age of 30, the physical and emotional toll of treatment, and the challenges of rebuilding his life after years of surgeries and recovery.

But this episode is about far more than cancer.

Hugo speaks openly about the impact serious illness had on his mental health, the pressure many men feel to appear strong when they are struggling, and the turning point that taught him the importance of asking for help.

Today, Hugo is the founder of 25 Stay Alive, a charity dedicated to changing the way young Australians think about their health. His mission is simple: encourage people to take ownership of their wellbeing earlier in life, advocate for themselves when something doesn't feel right, and understand that the choices we make today shape our health decades into the future.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why early detection saves lives
• Learning to trust your instincts and advocate for your own health
• The hidden mental health impact of serious illness
• Resilience, recovery and finding purpose through adversity
• The mission behind 25 Stay Alive and why "25 is the new 50"

This is an honest, courageous and deeply human conversation about health, resilience, and making the most of the life we're given.

Link to 25 Stay Alive - https://www.25stayalive.com/