'I have chronic cancer but I'm not going to die' - BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri

BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri has revealed that she has been living with a rare and incurable blood cancer called polycythaemia vera (PV) for nearly two years. She was diagnosed in November 2024, and while it can't be cured, it can be managed effectively. The disease causes the body to produce too many red blood cells, leading to a higher risk of developing blood clots, strokes, and heart attacks if left untreated. Moshiri has had to undergo regular treatment, including having over a pint of blood drawn from her body every month, which has left her feeling exhausted and sick. Despite the challenges, she is optimistic about managing her condition and says that it won't define her life. Moshiri wants to raise awareness about PV and encourage support for research into more effective treatments with fewer side effects.