Environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg has passed away at 35, following her recent diagnosis of terminal cancer. Her family shared the sad news on social media, expressing their deep love for her.
In a November essay for The New Yorker, Schlossberg revealed she was battling acute myeloid leukemia, a rare and aggressive cancer often seen in older adults. Her illness was discovered after she gave birth to her second child in May 2024, when doctors found a high white blood cell count.
Tatiana shared her heart-wrenching thoughts in her essay, saying she worried about her children not remembering her: “My kids, whose faces live permanently on the inside of my eyelids, wouldn’t remember me.”
She contributed to various publications, including The Atlantic and Vanity Fair. Her acclaimed book, Inconspicuous Consumption: The Environmental Impact You Don’t Know You Have, came out in 2019. Tatiana leaves behind her husband, George Moran, and their two children.
In her struggle with illness, she also voiced concerns about her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Schlossberg openly criticized his appointment as health secretary under Donald Trump, highlighting that he lacked experience in medicine and public health. She expressed disbelief that he was confirmed despite promoting vaccine misinformation, echoing similar frustrations from her family, including her mother, Caroline Kennedy, who urged senators to oppose his nomination.
Recent studies show that over 60% of Americans recognize the dangers of misinformation around vaccines. This statistic reflects a growing awareness of public health issues, emphasizing the importance of credible information sources.
Tatiana Schlossberg’s legacy lies not only in her writings but in her commitment to environmental issues and public health. Her poignant thoughts and the tragic end to her story resonate with many, reminding us of the fragility of life and the importance of informed decisions. For more on the impact of misinformation, consider checking out resources from the CDC.
