Breast cancer survivor underscores that family support is key

As Guyana joins the rest of the world to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month (observed annually in October) one survivor is calling for more family support for cancer patients because for her the illness has not had as much of an impact as a lack of support did.

Fifty-six-year-old Nanranie Deochand was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago and has had a double mastectomy. While she is taking it one day at a time to return to normal, what she needs more is peace of mind.