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Supporter or otherwise affected by cancer

Ilse, Belgium shared by Wim

How has cancer touched your life or your community?

I myself am fortunately not directly affected by cancer, but in my family I have seen what kind of impact this disease can have on patients and families. No one remains unmoved by what the impact is, and for me it's extremely important to listen to their stories, certainly not to minimize anything, and to support them in good and bad moments.

What challenges or emotions have come up for you?

Uncertainty! The uncertainty weighs enormously heavily on the person and everyone around them, such as family and friends. Additionally, I think it's a wonderful quality that despite the terrible illness, you can maintain a positive outlook on life and want to dedicate yourself to fellow sufferers.

How have you been involved or inspired to act?

I myself have jumped on the bandwagon to support everyone affected by cancer and primarily the research into this disease. By actively committing myself to the '100km voor Kom op tegen kanker', both during the event and in the fundraising campaigns.

What lessons, insights, or messages would you share?

Showing emotions is allowed, getting angry is allowed! Talk with your loved ones and fight the disease together.

What lessons, experiences, or messages would you share to help others feel supported, seen, or empowered?

Do you feel something abnormal, do you have doubts about a spot? Go to the doctor because the faster a diagnosis, the more positive the prognosis might be

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