Single mom beats cancer while earning master’s: ‘There’s a whole life after chemo’

Author: Joel OntongPublished on: October 20, 2026Country: South Africa

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Single mom beats cancer while earning master’s: ‘There’s a whole life after chemo’

Megan Brink beat cancer while pursuing a master’s degree and raising her children as a single mother. She described earning her degree as a victory over illness and a legacy for her children. Her message is that there is a whole life waiting after chemotherapy.

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