Greensboro police corporal fights courageously against cancer

Last year, Greensboro Police Department Corporal Eka Isangedighi noticed a lump under her arm. At first, she thought it was a clogged milk duct from breastfeeding. Doctors later confirmed it was lymphoma, a diagnosis that changed her life as she cared for a newborn and a toddler.

“It was devastating. I’d just had a baby,” Isangedighi told FOX 8.

Balancing Motherhood and Recovery

Isangedighi, a supervisor for school resource officers, is now on light duty while undergoing treatment. With two toddlers at home, she said staying strong is her only option. “I got to get it together so I can get up and be there for my kids,” she said.

Her 20‑year career in public service began in 2008 as a 911 operator. She later became a patrol officer, school resource officer, detective, and now serves as a corporal.

Support System Provides Strength to Eka Isangedighi

Isangedighi said her support system helps her fight through difficult days. “That definitely helps on the days that I’m too tired to do anything or need to get the dishes done. I do have a great support system,” she said.

She added that her children inspire her to keep pushing forward. “At one point, the kids would come home from school, and they would know not to run upstairs because I’m in bed instead of downstairs cooking for them and playing. It just broke my heart.”

GoFundMe Launched for Medical Expenses

Her department launched a GoFundMe to help cover medical bills not included under insurance. “My team started it to help with medical bills ’cause some of the stuff … is not covered under insurance … Every little bit helps,” Isangedighi said.

The fundraiser highlights her role as a pillar of the Greensboro community, a mentor, supportive friend, and loving wife to firefighter Jurica.

Community Rallies Around Eka Isangedighi

After welcoming her daughter in late 2023, Isangedighi faced severe postpartum complications before receiving her cancer diagnosis. Despite the challenges, she continues to fight with courage and determination.

Through it all, she remains focused on her family. “I’m better than I was, so we’re making progress, which is good,” she said. “I got to get it together so I can get up and be there for my kids.”

Community members are encouraged to donate, share her story, and keep her in their thoughts. Organizers said every gesture, no matter the size, will make a difference.