DEAD Talks Sepsis Awareness and Loss: Christina Flach on Losing Her Husband, Tennis Star Ken Flach (#64)
In 2018, celebrity makeup and hair artist Christina Flach lost her husband, professional tennis player Ken Flach, to a sudden and fatal case of sepsis. His unexpected death became the catalyst for Christina’s mission to raise awareness about the dangers of sepsis and the importance of early detection.
Since then, Christina has partnered with Sepsis Alliance and spoken on major outlets including Fox News, NBC, CBS, and ABC Bay Area to share Ken’s story and spread life-saving education. In this powerful conversation, Christina opens up about her personal journey of grief, her dedication to advocacy, and how she continues to honor her husband’s legacy.
This episode is a reminder that grief can fuel purpose, and that awareness has the power to save lives.
Watch full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xx-WMiXQtOc
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