Olga Chumanova

Olga Chumanova is a resilient cancer patient and advocate from Almaty, Kazakhstan, who has been living with a colostomy since her diagnosis of colorectal cancer in 2020. After facing the challenges of life with a chronic illness, including the recent reduction of her disability status from group two to group three, she has taken legal action to appeal this decision. Olga is dedicated to raising awareness about the struggles faced by individuals with similar medical conditions, particularly in the context of Kazakhstan's healthcare system. As the author and administrator of the project 'Cancer in Kazakhstan', she actively shares her experiences and offers support to others navigating the complexities of living with cancer and disability.