How Clinical Trials Extended Jacey Herman's Life

Jacey Herman is a survivor.  And much of that has to do with clinical trials.  At age 35, this mom of two was diagnosed with with B cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.Late admission into a clinical trial got her to remission the first time.  After a relapse, she underwent a double cord transplant when no donor could be found.   Yet another clinical trial bought her more time until, following yet another relapse, Jacey found a match, and has been in remission ever since.Peg and Jacey talk about her experience in multiple relapses and clinical trials, including being an early CAR-T recipient.  The phrase "kicking the can down the road" seems appropriate, because each treatment got Jacey further along in her journey, before ultimately finding her donor halfway across the world. We conclude by hearing about Jacey's family today, including updates on her two daughters, and how they are doing today.More:US Clinical Trials Website: https://clinicaltrials.gov/National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKnbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.Thank you to this season's sponsors:Omeros Corporation: https://www.omeros.com/Incyte: https://www.incyte.com/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Check out our valued nbmtLINK resource books, some for sale, some free as downloadable, https://www.nbmtlink.org/shop/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  It is crucial to consult directly with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions, treatment options, or other health concerns.The views and opinions expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the nbmtLINK.  Unless otherwise stated in an official policy, the nbmtLINK does not endorse any specific treatments, products, or services mentioned by the speakers. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.The Marrow Masters Podcast is produced by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.