Nella Pignatelli, diagnosed with B-cell acute leukemia at 22, turned to the dating app Bumble after her treatment, mentioning her health experiences on her profile. Surprisingly, she connected with Kelvin Hinchcliff, who had his own grief related to cancer. Their bond deepened as Hinchcliff, who had lost family members to the disease, proved understanding and patient—qualities Pignatelli found rare in her encounters. Their relationship showcases how common experiences with cancer can build unique connections in the digital dating landscape, even amidst adversity.
"I lost my mother and grandmother to cancer when I was 12, so when I saw Nella's circumstances on her profile, I just kind of overlooked it."
"He was the only person I spoke to that did not rush me or get intimidated when I would speak about my treatment and appointments."
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