The CurbCancer Nigeria team decided to walk up to some women currently undergoing treatment for Breast Cancer in order to know how they are feeling and coping with the diagnosis, their suggestions to the government and words of encouragement to other people living with Breast Cancer.
This is what they had to say.
1st interview
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Good afternoon ma, we’re from CurbCancer Nigeria, we’re concerned with
promoting cancer awareness in Nigeria. Please we’d like to ask you a few
questions.
How old are you?
Woman: 28yrs
CurbCancer Nigeria:
When were you diagnosed as having breast cancer?
Woman: 5months ago (June
2013)
CurbCancer Nigeria:
How did you feel when you received the diagnosis?
Woman: I felt so bad, but
what would I do? The deed has been done, I am coping
CurbCancer Nigeria:
What has been inspiring you since then?
Woman: My husband and my
children. My church also
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Do you think the government is doing enough for people living with breast
cancer?
Woman: No. The awareness
is poor
CurbCancer Nigeria:
What are your suggestions for the government on how to cater for people living
with breast cancer?
Woman: Provision of drugs
for treatment and other facilities including laboratory facilities for
diagnosis
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Any word of encouragement for other people living with Breast Cancer?
Woman: With God, all
things are possible. When God says yes, who can say no? It is not meant to
destroy us, rather, it is meant to strengthen us in Christ Jesus
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Thank you very much.
2nd Interview
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Good afternoon ma, we’re from CurbCancer Nigeria, we’re concerned with
promoting cancer awareness in Nigeria. Please we’d like to ask you a few
questions.
How old are you?
Woman: 44years
CurbCancer Nigeria:
When were you diagnosed as having breast cancer?
Woman: 4years ago (2009)
CurbCancer Nigeria:
How did you feel when you received the diagnosis?
Woman: I was worried and
disturbed.
CurbCancer Nigeria:
What has been inspiring you since then?
Woman: The grace of God and
the encouragement from the Consultant treating me.
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Do you think the government is doing enough for people living with breast
cancer?
Woman: No, the government is
not doing enough.
CurbCancer Nigeria:
What are your suggestions for the government on how to cater for people living
with breast cancer?
Woman: The government should
not limit the National Health Insurance Scheme to the surgery alone, but it
should also include the Chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy.
CurbCancer Nigeria:
Any word of encouragement for other people living with Breast Cancer?
Woman: Early detection is
important. Also, follow the instructions of your doctor and stick to the
treatment as stated.
You’ve read it all, early detection is key. Let’s join hands
together to curb the menace of Breast Cancer in Nigeria.
©CurbCancer Nigeria
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