Sbba has been on a rollercoaster of emotions  sincer her cancer diagnosis in October 2021. 

She speaks powerfully about the time when she was told the news, her treatment journey and the complications that came with that to now where she is a powerful advocate and is educating others about cancer. She has a particular interest in making sure that women of colour and those from marginalised groups are not forgotten and receive equal treatment. 

Sbba also shares about the role her Islamic faith played in her recovery and it is moving to hear about the support she has had from her family and friends and what difference that has made to her. 

There are a few words used in this chat that people may not be familiar with: 

“Dhikr” Arabic word for remembrance, supplication, reminding oneself of God/Allah

“Namaz” the Urdu word for prayer.  “Salah” is the Arabic word for prayer

“Deen” Arabic for religion or belief

“Allah” Arabic for God. 

Sbba mentions one of the charities she is working with, Target Ovarian Cancer. 

Find out more on their website and you will see our very own Sbba is featured. 

https://targetovariancancer.org.uk/stories/sbbas-story