MPN Hero Justine Hallahan: Helping a Loved One Find Normalcy

When her mother’s partner, Matt, was diagnosed with polycythemia vera (PV), Justine Hallahan became his weekday companion and pillar of support. Justine knew how important it was to help Matt achieve a sense normalcy in his life with PV. Her positive attitude kept Matt’s mood upbeat so he didn’t feel defined by his diagnosis. While Justine’s mother had to maintain her own work schedule, Justine and Matt went to his healthcare appointments and found ways to have fun together. Justine is recognized as a 2022 MPN Hero not only for her unwavering devotion to Matt, but also for her determination to improve the quality of his day-to-day life. Watch to learn more about Justine’s uplifting approach to Matt’s PV journey.
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