Agnes, First Nations
Agnes Pascal is a Tetlit Gwich’in originally from Fort McPherson, NWT and today lives in Inuvik, NWT. She was diagnosed with breast cancer and received chemo and radiation treatment in Edmonton. She is currently in remission.
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Click Here- My diagnosis affected my work, my education and my finances (1:02)
- Using traditional medicine and western medicine (2:01)
- We're not just another chart (0:44)
- My doctor showed no empathy: Advocating for compassionate care (4:21)
- Facing a second diagnosis (1:00)
- The stress of travelling for scans and tests (1:43)
- Losing my hair (1:15)
- Talking to my children about my cancer and treatment (2:45)
- My spirituality helped me find balance and strength (2:43)
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