Faced With Terminal Diagnosis, 27-Year-Old Plans to Sail Solo Around the World
After receiving a terminal diagnosis, 27-year-old sailor Jazz Turner decided to pursue her dream of sailing unassisted around the world.
Human StoriesGNGV Editorial Team5 min readLast reviewed September 28, 2026
When Jazz Turner received a terminal diagnosis at 27, she made a decision that surprised everyone: she would pursue her lifelong dream of sailing solo around the world.
"When you're told you have limited time, everything comes into sharp focus," says Turner. "I realized I didn't want to spend whatever time I have left just waiting. I wanted to live."
Her planned circumnavigation isn't just about adventure — it's about proving that life doesn't end with a diagnosis. Turner's journey has inspired thousands who are facing their own challenges to keep pursuing their dreams.
