Catching up with Gary Linehan: Living with PV and his Next Big Adventure

On this episode of the MPN Pod, hosts Kay and Josh welcome back fan-favorite guest Gary Linehan, a 56-year-old educator and avid hiker living with polycythemia vera, for an update on his journey since his Season 1 appearance. Gary shares how a change in treatment in 2022 brought his blood counts to normal, dramatically reducing symptoms like fatigue and burning sensations, while a new focus on diet and exercise through a cardio lifestyle program has further improved his quality of life. Now a school principal, Gary discusses balancing career and health, his upcoming hike of the West Highland Way in Scotland with fellow MPN community members, and offers advice to newly diagnosed patients, including wisdom from Viktor Frankl, encouraging them to consult experts, find meaning in their challenges, and never let cancer define who they are.   Check out piecetogetherpv.com and piecetogetheret.com to learn more.   Episode description will accompany podcast on podcast players.   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.