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Rihanna's $1.75M Gift Transforms Barbados Cancer Care
14 Oct
Summary
- Rihanna donated $1.75 million for cancer care at Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
- The radiotherapy unit was renamed in honor of her grandmother, Clara Brathwaite.
- The Clara Brathwaite Centre continues to provide vital cancer services today.
Rihanna made a significant philanthropic contribution of $1.75 million to Barbados' Queen Elizabeth Hospital, a donation made in memory of her grandmother, Clara "Dolly" Brathwaite. This generous gift was directed towards modernizing the hospital's cancer-care services, specifically enhancing its radiotherapy unit.
Following the donation, the radiotherapy unit was renamed the Clara Brathwaite Centre for Oncology and Nuclear Medicine. This action honored Rihanna's grandmother, who had passed away from cancer that same year. The singer expressed that this contribution was her way of giving back to her home country and supporting the hospital's ongoing modernization efforts.
Over fourteen years later, the Clara Brathwaite Centre continues to be a vital component of cancer treatment in Barbados. The hospital reports that the centre provides essential radiotherapy, oncology, and nuclear medicine services to both public and private patients, including those traveling internationally for care.
The center's impact extends beyond the initial equipment purchase, embodying a lasting legacy of support for patients and families facing cancer. It offers a comprehensive range of treatments and support services, underscoring Rihanna's enduring commitment to healthcare in Barbados.
