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Living Positively With Breast Cancer

Dr Matin Mellor Abdullah, Consultant Clinical Oncologist | Tham Lai Chee, Breast Cancer Survivor

20-Oct-22 16:00

Living Positively With Breast Cancer

A diagnosis of breast cancer still strikes fear in many women’s hearts. But Tham Lai Chee’s story of courage and optimism will lift the hearts of women living with breast cancer. She joins us along with consultant clinical oncologist Dr Matin Mellor Abdullah to share her breast cancer journey, in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.

Image credit: Rawpixel and Subang Jaya Medical Centre

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek


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