KUCHING : “Journey to Becoming Fearless: A Story of hope, courage and strength” by Emelyne Carmen Ho was launched by Minister of Education, Science and Technological Research, Dato Sri Michael Manyin yesterday at the Waterfront Hotel here.
In the book, Emelyne Carmen Ho shares her story about releasing herself from fear and fighting the different battles in her life. When she was four years old, the author was diagnosed with beta-thalassemia major and at the age of 13, she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. This year is her eighth year living as a diabetic patient.
Speaking during the launching, Manyin said Emelyne’s book about sharing her personal success in overcoming the challenges due to her condition would inspire young girls and boys to face all the opportunities and challenges in their lives.
“Her story also makes us aware of the importance of medical check-ups and early detection as they will allow for early treatment, ” he said, adding that early treatment would improve the chances for better clinical outcomes, reduce the burden on care givers and reduce the overall treatment costs.
During the event, Emelyne also donated her books to four associations, namely, Thalasemia Society Sarawak, Malaysian Diabetes Association Sarawak Branch, Mental Health Association Sarawak and Kuching Palliative Association.
