Maria Kathrina Yu

I've conquered for Cancer Council

My Journey

My Thyroid Cancer diagnosis started with an incidental finding of a thyroid nodule on my CT Scan to investigate my Chronic cough.  My specialist recommended to investigate the thyroid Nodule which turned out to be cancer after further investigation- ultrasound, fine needle aspiration biopsy.  It was a difficult time.  But I was blessed to have wonderful support thru my GP, Surgeon, family, friends and colleagues who helped me with my journey. I am 5 years cancer free and thankful each day for another chance in life🙏.  

I’m walking for a cancer free future

I’m taking on 7 Bridges Walk on Sunday 25 October 2026 and will be uniting with the community to walk 28km around Sydney Harbour. 

Every year in NSW alone, more than 56,000 new cases of cancer are expected to be diagnosed and the impact on families, carers and communities is significant. 

Please sponsor me and help those affected by cancer. Every step counts because all funds raised will help Cancer Council NSW work towards the vision of a cancer free future. Thank you for your support!

So far this year I’ve helped provide:

122 kids with a SunSmart education

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4 calls to trained cancer professionals on 13 11 20

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6 hours of a research assistant's time to work on research we fund

Thank you to my Sponsors

$56.14

Maria Kathrina Yu

$55.95

Meg A.

So proud to support your cancer walk Ate Nana and celebrate the strong, brave woman you are. You fought thyroid cancer with incredible courage, strength, and faith, and you came through stronger than ever. Your journey is an inspiration to all of us. Love you ate Nana! Keep walking, keep inspiring, and keep being the amazing warrior you are! 💕🎗️

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Ryan/irene Z.

Go for it, Mare! We're proud of you :)

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Anonymous

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Anna May M

Well done on your big walk, Maria!

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Auntie Stella

Thank you for sharing your blessings to others my panks❤️

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Clair

Proud of you always doc! Thank you for being an inspiration! :)

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Miri Park

Good luck Dr Maria 🤞

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