Nandranie Deochand, a woman who has endured tremendous loss, is once again in the fight of her life.
Nandranie Deochand, a woman who has endured tremendous loss, is once again in the fight of her life.
After losing her biggest supporter, her husband, to cancer in June of 2024, Deochand’s own cancer has returned for the second time.
NANDRANIE DEOCHAND’S FIRST BATTLE WITH CANCER
In 2004, Deochand was diagnosed with breast cancer, a diagnosis that no one ever wants to hear.
Determined to beat the disease, she underwent surgery and treatment, fighting with everything she had.
The journey was tough, but she believed she had defeated the cancer. Unfortunately, three years ago, the disease, which she described as a “silent killer”, returned.
I was once detected with cancer, breast cancer. I did everything in my ability to get rid of it. But now, I’m still fighting. I’m still a victim of cancer right now.
THE SECOND BATTLE: FACING CANCER WITHOUT HER HUSBAND
The return of cancer has been a devastating blow for Deochand, especially since she now faces it without the support of her husband, who passed away from the same disease in June 2024.
The pain of her loss compounds the emotional toll of battling cancer twice.
I lost my husband in June to cancer, and now I’m battling again. It’s very hurtful and painful.
She shared with ThingsGuyana that the isolation she feels while facing this illness alone is one of the hardest parts of her fight.
My pain always comes before I can say anything about the way I feel, especially when you’re alone, and you’re not getting support.
This survivor’s message is clear: cancer is a “silent killer.” She urges everyone to take early detection seriously and to be proactive about their health.
Breast cancer, like many other types, can often go undetected until it is too late. Regular screenings and early diagnosis can increase the chances of successful treatment.
Moreover, reports suggest that treatment is more effective if it is caught early. Regular screenings, such as mammograms, help detect abnormalities before they progress.
By sharing her experience, Deochand hopes to encourage others to take control of their health.
Please do early detection. It saves lives. Do as the doctors say, and you will be better off than I am.
THE EMOTIONAL TOLL OF CANCER
Cancer is not just a physical battle—it is an emotional and mental struggle as well. For Deochand, the pain of battling the disease a second time while coping with the loss of her husband has been overwhelming.
Fighting cancer is not an easy issue. Some days are up, and some days are down. You can’t do the things that you normally do. But I’m here standing still.
Her faith and determination give her the strength to keep going, even on the hardest days.
I tell myself there’s no cancer in me. I’m determined that there’s no cancer in me, and I will get over it.
OVERCOMING CANCER: A MESSAGE OF HOPE
For me, sharing my story about cancer is not an easy task. I just can’t say more because I’m very emotional.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to the Pan American Health Organization, this is the most common cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in women.
