7 Malaysian breast cancer survivors create temporary prostheses for new patients


  • Family
  • Saturday, 05 Oct 2024

The Thimble Thumbs team (from left): Grace Phua, Julie Law, Tham Lai Chee, Ang, Tiong, Tam and Sanbagavalli gather weekly to make breast prostheses for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. Photos: The Star/Low Lay Phon

Every Monday morning, a group of seven breast cancer survivors meet to create handmade breast prostheses for women who have been recently diagnosed with the disease.

Also known as Thimble Thumbs, the group’s effort hopes to encourage new patients and show them that life goes on after breast cancer diagnosis.

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