My body just broke down.

January 15, 2026 | 23m 11s

[Part 2] Having been diagnosed with Stage 4 leukemia, this storyteller shares what treatment and recovery was like finanacially and emotionally, while adjusting to lifestyle changes.

STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES
60 - 69
Female
More than a college degree
White
-xxxx
Patient
STORY TYPE
Blood, Heart and Circulation; Ear, Nose and Throat; Endocrine System; Immune System; Kidneys and Urinary System; Lungs and Breathing; Skin, Hair and Nails; Mental Health
Cancers; AutoImmune Diseases; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health; Having multiple health conditions at the same time
Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need
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