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Teen Cancer Survivor Raises Awareness for Self-Esteem Issues

9/23/2025

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Gaby Maurice, a 17-year-old Cambridgeshire cancer survivor, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma at 13 and is in remission for two years after nine chemotherapy cycles.
She aims to raise awareness of treatment's impact on self-esteem, including hair loss and facial scars.
Izzy Fletcher, 25, backs the Teenage Cancer Trust’s #StillMe campaign; 56% of young patients struggle with appearance, 29% lack support.

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Story summary

Gaby Maurice, a 17-year-old Cambridgeshire cancer survivor, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma at 13 and is in remission for two years after nine chemotherapy cycles.
She aims to raise awareness of treatment's impact on self-esteem, including hair loss and facial scars.
Izzy Fletcher, 25, backs the Teenage Cancer Trust’s #StillMe campaign; 56% of young patients struggle with appearance, 29% lack support.