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BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri discloses polycythaemia vera diagnosis after two years of treatment
News Brief
BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri, 49, confirmed publicly on September 7, 2026 that she was diagnosed with polycythaemia vera, a rare blood disorder, in November 2024. She said the condition has caused chronic fatigue and occasional symptoms such as headaches and blurred vision, and that she has undergone regular venesection and immunotherapy. Moshiri, who has been with the BBC since 2003 and covered major events including the Pope’s funeral and the Iran conflict, discussed the impact of the illness on her demanding schedule. Reports differ on whether the disease is considered incurable or manageable with treatment.
Key points
Moshiri was diagnosed with polycythaemia vera in November 2024.
She publicly revealed the diagnosis on September 7, 2026.
Treatment has included regular bloodletting (venesection) and immunotherapy.
The condition has caused chronic fatigue and occasional neurological symptoms.
Moshiri has worked at the BBC since 2003, covering high‑profile international events.
What sources agree on
Maryam Moshiri is a BBC News presenter aged 49.
She was diagnosed with polycythaemia vera, a rare blood disorder, in November 2024.
She disclosed her diagnosis publicly on September 7, 2026.
She has undergone venesection and immunotherapy as part of her treatment.
Moshiri has been with the BBC since 2003 and has reported on major global events.
Still unclear
One report describes the disease as incurable, while another calls it treatable and manageable.
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BBC News Anchor Maryam Moshiri Reveals Blood Cancer Diagnosis
