Dana's PV Journey: Research, Resilience & Mental Health
About this episode
Dana shares her journey with polycythemia vera, focusing on mental health and the importance of community support.
On the Season 2 premiere of the PV Pod: Stories from the Marrow, hosts Kay Vermeil and Josh Bragg introduce Dana, a therapist diagnosed with polycythemia vera (PV) at 35. Dana shares her unique diagnosis story, her experience managing PV symptoms from a young age, and the importance of self-advocacy, mental health, and community support in her journey. Dana offers insightful advice on navigating life with PV, emphasizing the need for education and a strong support system. Transparency Statement: The PV Cancer Podcast is produced by Believe Limited and made possible by PharmaEssentia. Visit PharmaEssentia.com to learn more. The following PharmaEssentia-supported program is intended for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please speak with your healthcare professional before making any medical decisions.
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More episodes of MPN Pod: Stories from the Marrow
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- A Young Patient's Journey: Balancing Career and Polycythemia Vera
- A 2025 Year in Review for Polycythemia Vera
- Self-Empowerment & Polycythemia Vera
- Managing Your PV and Mental Health
- Self Advocacy in Polycythemia Vera: A Patient's Perspective
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