It was through Instagram that, this Monday, the 6th, Rui Santos spoke about the fight against cancer.
“On March 13, 2023, I received the results of a biopsy and was diagnosed with cancer. I underwent surgery after three weeks at the IPO (Portuguese Institute of Oncology). The surgery went well and the entire area was removed”, said the actor.
“Right now, I am being monitored, as in all cancer cases. Therefore, I am fine. It was discovered in time and I am calm and optimistic. Thank you for the messages of concern and affection”, continued Rui Santos.
“I pay here my sincere tribute to the entire IPO team and the extraordinary work they do. I was humbled by the spirit of humanity and respect for patients. I cannot describe in words what I felt in that institution. A big hug to all those true heroes who save lives every day. Only my true friends knew about this. I decided to tell the story publicly to avoid misunderstandings. I only told my mother last week, because I didn’t want her to know. good years of life, that living is wonderful”, concluded the actor.
