Maggies Supporters Release Christmas Parody
A few months ago, 53yr old nurse Heather Glover was looking forward to the usual festive activities on the run up to Christmas, spending time with her family and friends knowing that the anniversary of her 5 years clear had just been celebrated.
Heather from Macclesfield was in remission from her second diagnosis of TNBC and this was a significant milestone.
However, in October this year, Heather’s recent niggly chest pain was confirmed as metastatic TNBC with spread to her chest bone and lymph glands. So, instead of the navigating through the usual Christmas shopping crowds and scoffing mince pies and mulled wine over lunch, Heather was resigned to spending this time in the local chemotherapy unit receiving treatment to manage this latest, incurable, reoccurrence of breast cancer.
Always full of energy and positivity, Heather wanted to spread some Christmas cheer and raise money for Maggie’s Manchester which provides such wonderful support for people living with cancer and their families. So together with her tribe of friends, including some NHS colleagues, they decided to record their own version of “The 12 days of Christmas.” Their version called “The 12 Days of Treatment” highlights aspects of her treatment journey in a comical way. This week, armed with props and tinsel, they all met up with Heather and her family to bring the song to life.
Back on the road with Prevent Breast Cancer and Make 2nds Count
This month our iconic pink BooBee bus will be back on the streets of Manchester, part of its latest drive to make Manchester the most breast-aware city in the UK, proudly supported by Manchester Airport Group and Smooth Radio.
We're boarding the bus with Make 2nds Count
An estimated 61,000 men and women in the UK are living with incurable secondary breast cancer, - with an estimated 1,000 lives lost each month - and symptoms can vary from person to person. It has a devastating impact on people affected and their families, yet many of the general public have never heard of it.
Make 2nds Count remains committed to providing ongoing education, resources, and funding to improve the lives of those living with secondary breast cancer. The charity’s services, including the Patient Trials Advocate service, are integral in ensuring patients have access to the best possible care and treatment options.
Sam Dixon, CEO of Make 2nds Count, said: “We are thrilled to be part of the campaign and to join the BooBee Bus tour in Manchester. Events like this are essential in raising awareness about secondary breast cancer and connecting those affected and their families with the support and resources they need. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who comes along to learn, share, and support this important cause.”
The bus, along with several ambassadors, affectionately known as BooBees, will be visiting various sites across the city from November 12th to 23rd. These areas have low rates of breast screening uptake and are in some of the most deprived parts of the region.
The initiative aims to raise awareness about breast cancer and the importance of breast health. The ambassadors, who have been personally affected by breast cancer, will be sharing their experiences to encourage both women and men to be more breast aware, sharing information on the signs and symptoms of breast cancer plus the importance of attending breast screening.
