Posted On: 2023-09-22 10:27:53
It is said that a person’s will and hope are keys to recovering from cancer. Our mind can be a great strength against cancer. So, it is extremely vital for cancer patients to have a positive mindset.
To strengthen the resolve of cancer patients worldwide, September 22nd is observed as World Rose Day worldwide. The day is celebrated in honour of a 12-year-old girl named Melinda Rose, whose strength inspired and gave hope to millions of people.
Diagnosed with Askin's Tumour, doctors had only given Melinda a few weeks to live. But surpassing all expectations, Melinda went on to live past the due date.
Despite going through harsh treatment, she was full of life and continued to go to school. Until her complications forced her to be hospitalized. But soon the doctors sent her home and she spent her time comforting and counselling other young patients going through cancer.
Melinda Rose was responsible for bringing a lot of young patients out of their shells, and giving them new hope in life. Sadly, she lost her battle against the disease on September 15, 1996, six months beyond the doctor’s predictions.
On this day, people send roses, messages and other gifts to patients suffering from cancer to inspire hope in them. The day is also marked by raising awareness about cancer and also raising funds for cancer research.
Here are a few ways to inspire strength and hope in cancer patients around you:
One of the most beautiful ways to inspire strength and confidence in cancer patients is by dedicating an entire day to them. Taking them out for a good time, or sending them gifts can create a will to live in patients.
You can also search for local support groups, that will connect the patient with fellow survivors. These survivors, through their experience, will lend a new-found courage to help these patients fight cancer.
Sometimes showing patients they are loved can do wonders as well. Ask the patient’s loved ones to record messages, and gift the compilation of these messages to the patients. Seeing how people love and care for them can also gift strength to the patient.
Religion or science can be another source of inspiration, depending on the patient. Some people might find strength through devotion to god or others might be more hopeful after looking at the research being done for cancer.
Filaantro realizes the need for hope and resolve in cancer patients. Filaantro has organized numerous programmes and awareness sessions for cancer patients. Filaantro also raised funds for underprivileged people battling cancer. We saved many people battling the illness, by raising funds through crowdfunding.
Thank you for taking the time to read the article. Make sure to share this with all your friends and family members to make them aware of the importance of hope in such tough times. Make sure to check this space for more such blogs in the future.
AUTHOR: Adil Sayyad
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