Overview

• Scharrenbach announced her diagnosis on June 17 via Facebook after an incidental finding during a routine examination.
• The 48-year-old minister will receive outpatient chemotherapy over four months without relinquishing her ministerial responsibilities.
• She expressed optimism about resuming her full duties once the chemotherapy regimen is completed.
• Scharrenbach has led the portfolios for construction, local government, homeland and digitalisation in the NRW government since her 2017 appointment.
• State government colleagues have voiced support and confidence in her leadership as she undergoes treatment.