I learned to appreciate the little things in life that bring me joy. I now feel a certain kinship with cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.

Living in a region with limited resources, my commitment against cancer is driven by moral character and integrity. I advocate for truth, defend the weak, and fulfill every duty with enthusiasm. As I strive to elevate oncology and palliative care nursing, I envision becoming a leader in positive change, impacting the lives of those I serve.

The chemo journey was painful and being young I could understand that death was knocking on my door, but my family was there especially my late mum and dad. There were always there for me, lifting me up when I was down.

Millie underwent a Bone Marrow Transplant on the 26th June, 2019. Millie’s donor was her sister Olivia. 

Millie, now 12, has remained cancer free and is living her best life.

It is now 10 years later and I have an 8 year old son, a 4 year old daughter and my wife and I understand every day just how precious this gift of life really is. 

Cancer demands so much money that most individuals cannot afford the bills. And one of the surest and effective way to decrease the onset of the disease is by increasing awareness and advocacy. 

By having access to fair comprehensive care and treatment, we will be able to reduce the statistics that exist around the disease, raising the voice of the survivor and his family to listen carefully to his most important needs.

Hearing that you have cancer changes your life and the lives of those who care about you. When you’re faced with the greatest obstacle and the only choice is to live, you take a breath and focus.

I am a breast cancer survivor and an advocate in my country Mexico since 2002 to ensure quality and timely care for breast cancer patients.