According to theWorld Cancer Research Fund International, there were 18.1 million cancer cases recorded in 2020.
Going through rounds of chemo, is yet another struggle in the quest for health.
It is physically and mentally draining.
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One common side effect of this treatment that can take a toll on one’s self-esteem is hair loss.
That’s why any show of support can mean the world for someone in this situation.
As she faced that challenging moment, she came across an unlikely and heartwarming display of solidarity.
Claudia had been diagnosed with laryngeal cancer a few years ago, and she recently had to resume treatment.
In a video that captured the moment, Magalhaes is seen shaving his mothers locks.
Claudia observes with sadness in her eyes, but displays composure.
She even tries to put on a coy smile for her son while he continues with the ordeal.
Claudia is visibly surprised and looks on at her son with the expression of a concerned mother.
Magalhaes shared avideoof the moment with the caption, You are light Ms. Claudia, I love you.
Talking about his act of solidarity, Magalhaes reveals that it all happened in the heat of the moment.
My own friends didn’t know, it was something very spontaneous and it reverberated in a good way.
She didn’t expect me to shave my head either.
Now she receives my support and the whole of Brazil.
All this repercussion ended up increasing my mother’s self-esteem.
Like it or not, hair is something very important for women and essential in self-esteem.
But I know it will be a passing thing.
To show her that he was there for her, he shaved his own head, too.
