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Melaka cancer patient takes ambulance to vote despite severe pain [WATCH]

JASIN: A woman battling stage four colon cancer endured severe pain to cast her vote in Melaka, determined not to miss what could be her final opportunity.

Melaka cancer patient takes ambulance to vote despite severe pain [WATCH]

Noraini Md Lajis, a 49-year-old Melaka resident, recently braved excruciating pain from stage four colon cancer to cast her vote in the Malaysian general election. Her husband, Samat Majid, 63, ensured her journey to the polling station was possible by arranging an ambulance through the Malaysian Red Crescent Society. Noraini, who has been battling the advanced disease for a year, insisted on participating despite the extreme physical strain, stating she did not want to regret missing her opportunity.

Samat, a retired RTM journalist, expressed his inability to deny her demands, fulfilling her last wishes with love and commitment. The couple's devotion highlights the importance of voting, even for those in challenging circumstances, and serves as a reminder for the healthier individuals to appreciate the privilege.

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