Once refused a haircut and called ‘contagious’, she’s beating the stigma of vitiligo through powerlifting

by admin | Nov 16, 2025 | Asia

After white patches appeared on her skin in her mid-20s, Daphne Loo faced stares, whispers and discrimination. Then she discovered powerlifting – a sport that not only made her stronger but also helped her embrace being different and find confidence in herself.

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