Nadia Jamil has been battling cancer for several months and announced her devastating diagnosis in early April.
Since then, the damsa actress has announced that she is "out of danger". In a recent interview, she shared her personal story of coping with the ordeal and fighting the disease.
Nadia spoke to Voice of America about the challenges she faced in the hospital while being treated for third-degree breast cancer, where she said she would give up at some point and even "attempt suicide, but it failed". .
“I cried a lot when my hair got cut. But I was proud and saw myself as a strong woman when I first looked at myself bald in the mirror,” Jamil said of his experience during chemotherapy. much stronger, ”she added.
Jamil also expressed her gratitude to her fans and followers on social media, calling them her family. "I wanted tears in my eyes after reading the loving messages my fans posted on social media," she said, giving them the credit for caring for them and raising their morale during their treatment.
The Balu Mahi actress is known for her stance on a number of social issues that bolster her place at the forefront of such topics as child labor, sexual harassment, child abuse and animal cruelty. Speaking of her shocking ordeal, she also said she would like her experience to be a lot for those who are struggling.
“I would like to answer questions from victims of sexual harassment, depressed people, cancer fighters and people who want to know more about my trip. I also want to work for the victims of child abuse in Pakistan, ”said Jamil.
The news of Jamil's deteriorating health was first shared by Jamil herself.
She took to Twitter on April 3 to make an emotional statement, saying, “I was diagnosed with cancer last week. In recent days I have felt all kinds of emotions - from worry, fear and unsurpassed love to calmness, acceptance, patience, overwhelming gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility. "
Three months later, she went back to Twitter to get some good news. “I have been in the hospital for over two weeks now and I am recovering,” she wrote.
Following the same tweet, Jamil highlighted the situation of children being abused around the world, both in domestic situations and in war-torn countries. "My thoughts are with the children of the world who need adults to get involved. Crimes against children, whether domestic violence, war or otherwise, must be investigated and fought harder than ever!" She said.
She then shared another anecdote about finding out about children's mental health, identifying triggers, and resolving them. “Recovery of a child's mind after any trauma is crucial.
It's important to empower children to use strategies that help them identify patterns and triggers, develop mental safety plans, and have a better chance of being productive, functional, and happy adults. We can do this if we want! She added.
