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Thankful I'm still breathing: S’pore woman, 38, went from wanting to die to fighting Stage 4 rectal cancer

Cancer is not a death diagnosis, said Kate Tan.

Thankful I'm still breathing: S’pore woman, 38, went from wanting to die to fighting Stage 4 rectal cancer

In 2020, Kate Tan, a 38-year-old woman, experienced a mental health crisis and contemplated taking her own life. She described this as her darkest moment and is now grateful to be alive and fighting Stage 4 rectal cancer. Tan attributes her resilience to her faith, which provided her with support during her darkest days. Initially, she dismissed symptoms such as blood in her stools, which later led to her rectal cancer diagnosis.

Despite the emotional toll of her diagnosis, Tan remains determined to live life to the fullest, even while undergoing treatment and physical challenges. She has become a Fashion For Cancer ambassador, participating in events to raise awareness and support for those affected by the disease.

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