Priyanka Chopra donates Rs 50 lakh to build cancer ward

Written By: Editorial Team | Published : October 21, 2013 12:59 PM IST

Priyanka Chopra whose film Krrish 3 is releasing on November 1, has recently donated Rs 50 lakh to build a cancer ward in a Mumbai hospital. This act of philanthropy was done in the memory of her father, Dr Ashok Chopra who passed away a few months ago after suffering from cancer. Besides the financial help, Priyanka will also be present at the inauguration of the ward.

What is cancer?

Cancer is a group of over one hundred diseases characterised by abnormal, uncontrolled cell growth. In a healthy body cells grow, die and are replaced in a very controlled way. Damage or change in the genetic material of cells by environmental or internal factors result in cells that don't die and continue to multiply until a massive cancer or a tumour develops. (Read more..)

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Some brave celebs who have fought cancer

The dreaded 'C' word can bring about fear even in the healthiest of people and all hell can break loose when your doctor informs you that you are suffering from it. Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie underwent double mastectomy to minimise the risk of breast cancer. But she isn't the only one who's spoken about her illness in public. Here are some celebrities who put up a strong fight against cancer and came out victorious.

Yuvraj Singh

Yuvraj Singh, the man who hit six sixes in a row, left his fans shattered when he announced he was suffering from cancer. He underwent treatment in the US and often posted updates and photos on social networking sites. While he was battling against this dreaded disease, his fans and perhaps the entire nation joined their hands in unison to pray for his quick recovery. He suffered from a malignant tumour known as seminoma which was found between his lung and heart. But Yuvi was victorious in this battle and came back with a roar. He's been active on the field and also wrote a book about his struggle with cancer The Test of My Life. (Read: How Yuvi beat cancer)

Manisha Koirala

Last year, Manisha Koirala of 'Dil Se' fame, fell unconscious and was admitted in a city hospital. After some tests, it was found that the 42-year-old actress was suffering from ovarian cancer. Her treatment took place in New York and she put up a good fight against the disease. She recently posted pictures of herself after her chemo sessions and is raring to come back and start shooting for films. Her doctors too have allowed her to do so as part of her healing process. Her strength and will power have inspired many.

Lisa Ray

Lisa Ray, who made headlines when she donned a high-cut swimsuit for a commercial two decades ago, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (a cancer of plasma cells) in 2009. Though she kept mum about it during her treatment, she gave interviews and blogged about it post her recovery talking at length about her experience and adopting a positive attitude towards her struggle. She recently got married too in California and showed the world that cancer could not hold her back from doing anything. (Read: 10 brave celebs who fought cancer)

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