LONDON, January 3, 2024 – Industry star Marisa Abela is prioritizing her health after a challenging cancer journey.
Actress Reveals She’s “All in the Clear” After Thyroid Cancer Battle
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The BAFTA-winning actress shared a positive update on her health, six years after her initial diagnosis.
- Marisa Abela was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at age 23.
- She underwent an eight-hour surgery in 2020 to remove a tumor.
- Abela is now cancer-free but will require lifelong medication.
- The actress encourages women to prioritize their hormonal health.
Nearly six years after receiving a thyroid cancer diagnosis at age 23, Marisa Abela, 29, revealed she is now “all in the clear,” according to an interview published January 3. The actress underwent an eight-hour surgery in 2020 to remove a tumor on her neck, and thankfully, her future looks radiant.
Ongoing Treatment and the Importance of Regular Checkups
While the surgery was triumphant, Abela also underwent radioactive iodine treatment following her diagnosis. She will require medication for the rest of her life, along with regular doctor’s visits, as an inevitable result of the ailment.”I don’t have a working thyroid so these pills sort of create one,” she explained.”I’m never going to miss those appointments.”
A Message to Women About Prioritizing Wellbeing
The acclaimed actress also used her platform to encourage other women to prioritize their wellbeing. “The thyroid is all to do with your hormones,” she explained, “and staying on top of your hormones, as a woman, to make sure things are running as they should, is vital.”
abela’s openness about her health journey serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventative care and self-advocacy.
