The first thing she says is: "Sorry, you'll have to speak louder – my hearing has been impaired from chemo."
Hand of friendship outstretched, Ms Tay Shan Min offers a toothy grin shellacked in bright red lipstick. Mascara-coated lashes fan out dramatically against her closely cropped hair.
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