Her story is a reminder that behind every childhood cancer diagnosis is a child with dreams and a family filled with hope for their future.

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Now 12 years old, Chin-chin loves drawing, singing, and spending time with her family of five. She takes her medication diligently, and dreams of becoming a nurse one day so she can care for others the way she has been cared for.

What began as a loss of appetite soon led her family down a difficult path filled with financial challenges and emotional strain. Initially, the family received subsidized treatment, but when her physician switched her treatment in 2024, her medicines became available through our partnership.

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As of December, the program has supported 570 students from 303 families across Malaysia, with continued support provided throughout 2025.
🙏🏽Thank you to our partners and supporters for your continued commitment to children and families.
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🤝🏽 Every partnership brings us closer to a world where no one is denied care because of where they live! Together, we can transform cancer care—one patient, one partner, one barrier at a time.

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We've identified seven systemic barriers that stand in the way of treatment access, and what it takes to overcome them.

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🍛What’s your favorite food?

Vegetable Biriyani

🗣️ What languages do you speak?

Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and English

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🪘What is your favorite holiday and how do you celebrate it?

Navratri by playing Dandiya Raas. Dandiya Raas is a vibrant, traditional folk dance originating from Gujarat, India, performed with decorated bamboo sticks (called dandiyas) during the Hindu festival of Navratri.

🤝🏽 If you could describe The Max Foundation in 3 words, what would they be?
Helpful, compassionate, and caring

🎵When you’re not working, what do you like to do for fun?
Listening to Bollywood songs.

🌴What do you love most about where you live?
Access to parks, the greenery surrounding my house.

☕What is a special memory you have with patients?

A patient shared, “When we come back from the hospital tired, listening to your conversations gives us joy. Our fatigue disappears, and when you offer us tea, it brings us great pleasure. No one provides support like your organization does.”

🙏🏾We’re grateful to healthcare professionals like Dr. Razak who support people living with cancer to make informed decisions and build confidence in their care journeys.

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🏋🏽What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

I start each morning at the gym and dedicate time to volunteering with underprivileged children to support access to education.

🗣️What languages do you speak?

Malay and English

🫓☕What is your favorite food?

I enjoy cooking my own meals, although on cheat days, nothing beats my mother’s homemade Nasi Lemak or a crispy Roti Canai with Teh Tarik.

👥How do patient support groups complement medical care?

Patient support initiatives help bridge the natural gap between healthcare providers and patients. People often open up more freely to peers who share similar experiences.

🫶🏽Is there a patient experience that stayed with you?
I’ve seen patients who had every opportunity to improve yet were held back by social and cultural barriers. Without support systems, some patients struggled to continue, reminding me how essential community and understanding are beyond treatment.

📆From your experience, what challenges do patients face in accessing care?

In a country with relatively equitable healthcare access, the challenge often lies in maintaining consistency in treatment. Compliance is not just about taking medication—it's also navigating daily life alongside treatment.

🧠What does supporting patient communities mean to you?

Not long after my diagnosis with chronic myeloid leukemia, I was introduced by The Max Foundation to patients, caregivers, and a healthcare nurse. I recognized that empowering patients with knowledge is critical to achieve long-term outcomes.