Arizona grandmother Wanda Dench, who gained fame for inviting a stranger to her Thanksgiving dinner, has announced that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Dench shared her diagnosis in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, revealing that she has been undergoing chemotherapy. She explained how her cancer was discovered after a mass in her breast was detected during a CT scan for bronchitis earlier this year. Despite not having a family history of cancer and negative mammograms in the past, Dench is staying positive and grateful for the support she has received from her loved ones and medical team.
The “stranger” Dench accidentally invited to Thanksgiving, Jamal Hinton, shared her statement on social media, highlighting their close bond that has developed over the years. The pair have spent time together outside of the holiday, and Hinton was there to support Dench when her husband passed away due to COVID-19 in 2020. Dench expressed optimism about finding love in her senior years and urged others to prioritize their health with regular checkups.
Their heartwarming story has touched many fans, who flooded Hinton’s comments with well-wishes for Dench and appreciation for their enduring friendship. Despite her diagnosis, Dench confirmed that she and Hinton will still be celebrating Thanksgiving together this year, continuing their tradition that started with a simple mistaken text message eight years ago. Fans have expressed admiration for their continued connection and support for Dench as she navigates her cancer treatment.
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