My name is Cristina, and I am 35 years old. On June 17, 2025, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). I am a first responder and an athlete. I am married with two toddlers. Before my diagnosis, I was a training officer at a police academy. Two weeks before my diagnosis, I ran the San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. From the end of June to the end of September 2025, I completed four rounds of chemotherapy and have had five bone marrow biopsies. I do not currently have a good match for a stem cell transplant. I want to give others hope and be a positive influence for those affected by blood cancers.
Cristina
acute myeloid leukemia (AML)
