Suzy Spence was 27 when she was diagnosed with a tumour in her salivary gland. She's described her surgeons who undertook the surgery as heroes after they avoided leaving her with facial paralysis and managed to maintain her ability to smile. Marie-Louise Connolly reports. | BBC Newsline

After 13 years in New Zealand, the Kurade family is leaving everything behind to seek urgent cancer treatment in India. Abhishek, diagnosed with a rare and aggressive salivary gland cancer, has exhausted treatment options in New Zealand. With hope and determination, the family prepares for the journey ahead, supported by friends, colleagues, and loved ones. Visit here to support: https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-abhisheks-fight-against-cancer-support . . . For news updates, follow us on What