Beloved Teacher Faces Life-Threatening Cancer—Family Calls for Support | VIDEO STORY

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A young Antiguan mother and teacher is urgently seeking support as she fights a rapidly progressing case of Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer.

Her GoFundMe can be found here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-leandras-cancer-battle

Any help is greatly appreciated!

Beloved Teacher Faces Life-Threatening Cancer—Family Calls for Support | VIDEO STORY
Leandra Prevost and Family

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Comments (13)

  • Apex Jones December 2, 2025, 7:40 PM

    Did we need to specify that she’s Antiguan?
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    • Antigua Surf December 3, 2025, 7:41 AM

      Some people just have nothing to say but wanna be heard……. Was this comment necessary?
      Reply
  • Informed citizen December 2, 2025, 7:53 PM

    Cancer is tough, but love and community support can make a huge difference. Stay strong!
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  • Liz December 2, 2025, 8:23 PM

    Wishing her courage, comfort, and support from all corners of the community.
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  • Tromos December 2, 2025, 8:24 PM

    Stories like this remind us how important early detection and access to care are. We need to do better as a country.
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  • Lena December 2, 2025, 8:34 PM

    Sending love and comfort to her child and loved ones. This must be incredibly hard
    Reply
  • Anonymous December 2, 2025, 8:55 PM

    Sending prayers to Rudiesha and her family. She is a very sweet, caring, jovial, creative and helpful young lady. I worked with her for a few years as her Principal and she gave of her best to her students. Those who can support, please do not hesitate to do so.
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    • Sandra Green December 2, 2025, 9:59 PM

      Prayers can move mountains. May Jehovah Rapha extend his healing hands to touch you and make you well. Be strong my dear.
      Reply
  • unruly one December 3, 2025, 4:06 AM

    My heart goes out to her and her family. No one should have to face something like this alone. Praying for strength and healing
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  • Scarlet December 3, 2025, 8:56 AM

    Gods grace to you baby girl
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  • Shermz S December 3, 2025, 9:09 AM

    Cancer hitting too many families in Antigua. We need to support each other more. Every little bit helps.
    Reply
  • Joke December 3, 2025, 4:22 PM

    So sad to hear this. She’s so young and has so much life ahead of her. I hope the community really comes together for her.
    Reply
  • Ivor Biggun December 17, 2025, 7:49 PM

    How is the reopening of the CancerCenter coming along?
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