From Despair to Hope: My Journey with Leukemia and CAR T-Cell Therapy cont'd

Recovery wasn’t easy. In 2022, I went into heart failure after being misdiagnosed in the ER. But with medication, my heart is now functioning fully.

As of September 15, 2025, I will be four years post-CAR T-cell therapy with no evidence of disease. I still face health challenges, and the fear of relapse is always there. But I keep going—for my daughter, for my faith, and for the hope that my story can help others.

Today, I share my journey openly as a keynote speaker, panellist, and patient advocate. I’ve had the honour of speaking across Canada and the U.S.—from Parliament Hill to Hollywood— amplifying the message that access to innovative treatments like CAR T-cell therapy must not be reserved as a last resort. Lives depend on early access, compassionate care, and being heard.

I now advocate for better treatment options and greater access to groundbreaking clinical trials, because patients shouldn't have to wait until they're out of options to receive lifesaving care. My first priority will always be living a full life with my daughter, but I also want to continue bringing hope to this community. You are not alone. Together, we can make the impossible possible.

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