In this raw and heartfelt episode of Stage Free, host Loriana Hernandez-Aldama sits down with her dear friend and AML survivor, Megan Mulvey. Just one year into remission, Megan opens up about the whirlwind of emotions that followed her acute leukemia diagnosis—including the shock of being in peak physical health when she got the news, the trauma of being separated from her kids, and the deep emotional toll of survivorship that often goes unseen.
Together, they explore the power of faith, the unexpected burden on marriages, the grief of lost fertility, and the importance of prehab—showing up fit for the fight. Megan shares how her CrossFit training, spiritual foundation, and support network helped carry her through 51 rounds of chemo, a bone marrow transplant, and the isolating mental fog that followed.
Whether you’re a newly diagnosed patient, a caregiver, or a survivor searching for your new identity—this episode is a powerful reminder that you’re not alone, and you don’t have to “move on” to move forward.
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