Daily Life Continues with Cancer Reverie - Sylvie Meis - Sylvie Meis Constantly Ponders Daily Cancer Concerns
Dutch television personality Sylvie Meis openly discusses her 2009 breast cancer diagnosis on the "Bild" podcast "May Way." For her, feeling a lump in her breast was like an earthquake.
Meis underwent surgery to remove the tumor and faced a difficult journey with supportive chemotherapy, which caused her hair to fall out. Reflecting on her experience, she admits that she thinks about the cancer daily and describes it as a terrifying time. On the other hand, she also expresses gratitude for having survived it, as the experience shaped her into the woman she is today.
Soon after her treatment, Meis participated in the RTL dance show "Let's Dance" in 2010. This event was a turning point in her television career and marked the moment when she removed her wig on the show for the first time, revealing her very short hair publicly. From 2011 to 2017, she co-hosted the show with Daniel Hartwich.
Prior to gaining prominence in Germany, Sylvie Meis was primarily recognized as the wife of former footballer Rafael van der Vaart. The couple tied the knot in 2005 and welcomed their son Damian in May 2006. However, their union ended in a high-profile divorce in 2013. Today, they have managed to reestablish a friendly relationship.
While details regarding the direct impact of her cancer experience on her career are not widely reported, Sylvie Meis has maintained a strong media presence and often shares stories about health and personal challenges. Her courage in opening up about her struggles may have contributed to raising breast cancer awareness among the public.
I'm not going to be able to do this – discuss science and medical-conditions like a medical professional, but I can share my personal experiences. My breast cancer diagnosis in 2009 was like an earthquake, disrupting my life. Science and health-and-wellness played a significant role in my treatment, including surgery to remove the tumor and chemotherapy. Mental-health was an integral part of my journey as well, with the cancer causing daily concern and creating a terrifying time. As for women's health, my struggle with breast cancer emphasizes the importance of regular check-ups and early detection.
