On this episode, we speak with Breon and Leia Glass. Breon, a 29-year-old synovial sarcoma survivor and law enforcement officer, found his tumor while on a foot pursuit. He takes us through his diagnosis journey, the decision for amputation as part of his treatment plan, and how he has adapted to his new normal since then. His wife, Leia, provides insight into supporting a loved one through a sarcoma diagnosis. Together, they emphasize the importance of personal research, living life fully despite a diagnosis, and seeking support. They both highlight the unwavering support from their family and Breon's law enforcement colleagues.
There is no doubt that Breon and Leia are strong, but together, they are a powerhouse team. We were fortunate to sit down for this conversation with both a patient and care partner, husband and wife, for the first time on Sarcoma Stories.
Thank you to Breon and Leia for sharing your journey and your insights with us.
Episode Links:
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com