Sonya is
Blood Cancer United

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I am a chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) survivor/warrior.

After all treatments failed, I had a bone marrow transplant in July 2023. My oldest son was my bone marrow donor.

I am still standing today, blessed and highly favored!!

Sonya

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Ashley

chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)

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John

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Louis

chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)

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Lia

Family member and caregiver

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Mehr

Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Jill

Caregiver, family member, advocate, healthcare professional, supporter

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Virginia

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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John

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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Michelle

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Kendra

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Carmen

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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Charles

chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)

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