Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Viral 'Thanksgiving Grandma' Wanda Dench Diagnosed with Breast Cancer

Arizona's beloved grandma, known for her accidental Thanksgiving invite, shares her breast cancer diagnosis during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

  • Wanda Dench, who became famous for inviting a stranger to Thanksgiving in 2016, has revealed her breast cancer diagnosis.
  • Dench discovered the cancer earlier this year following a CT scan for bronchitis, which led to a mammogram confirming the diagnosis.
  • Despite having no family history of cancer and previous negative mammograms, Dench is undergoing chemotherapy and remains optimistic.
  • Dench and Jamal Hinton, the recipient of the mistaken text, plan to continue their Thanksgiving tradition this year as they have for the past eight years.
  • Dench shared her story to raise awareness, encouraging others to continue regular health checkups and live life fully, regardless of age.
Hero image