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Mumbai, Feb 3: Following news of her death from cervical cancer, model-actor Poonam Pandey declared, “I’m here, alive.” She announced on Instagram that she was alright and that the purpose of this was to raise awareness of cervical cancer, a disease that has taken many lives.
On February 2, there were reports circulating that the model-actor had succumbed to cervical cancer. However, contrary to the initial information, it has now been revealed that Poonam is alive and in good condition.
Today on February 3, Poonam Pandey posted on Instagram, saying, “I feel compelled to share something significant with you all – I am here, alive. Cervical Cancer didn’t claim me, but tragically, it has claimed the lives of thousands of women who stemmed from a lack of knowledge on how to tackle this disease. Unlike some other cancers, Cervical Cancer is entirely preventable. The key lies in the HPV vaccine and early detection tests. We have the means to ensure no one loses their life to this disease. Let’s empower one another with critical awareness and ensure every woman is informed about the steps to take. Visit the link in the bio to delve deeper into what can be done. Together, let’s strive to put an end to the devastating impact of the disease and bring #DeathToCervicalCancer (sic).”
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Pandey’s official Instagram account posted a statement on Friday stating that she has passed away from cervical cancer.
The news of the actor’s passing was also verified by Parul Chawla, Pandey’s media manager.
In a personalized video shared on Instagram, Pandey clarified, “I am alive. I didn’t die because of cervical cancer. Unfortunately I cannot say that about those hundreds and thousands of women who have lost their lives because of cervical cancer. It is not because they coudn’t anything about it because they had no idea what to do about it. I’m here to tell you that unlike other cancers, cervical cancer is preventable. All you have to do is you have to get your tests done and you have to get HPV Vaccine. We can do all this and more to make sure there is no more life lost to this disease.”
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In a different Instagram video, Pandey apologized to her fans for the false news circulating about her demise due to cervical cancer.
“I’m sorry I’ve caused this tear and I’m sorry to those whom I’ve hurt. My intention? To shock everyone into the conversation that we are not talking enough about. Which is cervical cancer. Yes, I faked my demise. Extreme, I know. But suddenly we all are talking about cervical cancer, aren’t we? It’s a disease that silently takes your life. And this disease needed the spotlight urgently. I’m proud of what my death news has been able to achieve. And for those who have questions for me, I will see you live on Hot to Fly,” she stated in the video.
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