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Marisa Abella is investing in her health.
Nearly six years after being diagnosed with thyroid cancer at the age of 23, the industry star has given an update on her medical journey.
And thankfully, after undergoing an eight-hour operation to remove a tumor in her neck in 2020, the 29-year-old’s future is looking bright, she said in an interview with The Sunday Times on January 3: “I’m OK now, thank God.”
Despite this, Marisa, who was diagnosed and also treated with radioactive iodine, said the disease will require regular doctor visits and medication for the rest of her life.
“I don’t have a functioning thyroid, so these drugs are like creating one,” she continued. “I’m never going to miss that appointment.”
The BAFTA-winning actress encouraged other women to prioritize their health to reap benefits in all areas of their lives.
“The thyroid is all about hormones, and as a woman it’s important to stay on top of your hormones and make sure things are on track,” she explained.
