Your support this World Cancer Research Day gives Chantal hope for the future.
It was the fall of 2020 when Chantal was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer that had spread to her liver. An all-around positive person, she made it through a challenging two years of chemotherapy thanks to the support of her family – and generous donors like you.
While the initial treatment was successful, Chantal’s cancer was only stable for one year.
In May 2023, after experiencing intense pain in her neck, scans revealed the cancer had progressed to her spine and several other areas of her body. She was quickly able to start radiation and while it gave her relief from the pain, she would need a more aggressive form of treatment to save her life.
Donors’ past support of research helped Chantal’s care team at CancerCare Manitoba identify a novel treatment that would specifically target the cancer cells in her body while minimizing the side effects.
“I understand so much more now about how critical research is to creating opportunities for people like me to access new treatments when there are no other options,” said Chantal.
Today, Chantal tries to live every day to the fullest as she continues with treatment. Her three children are her guiding light and inspiration to keep moving forward. She is hopeful that with your continued investment in research, new treatments will be available for her when she needs them the most.
Please consider making a donation this World Cancer Research Day to ensure a reliable supply of liquid nitrogen is available to help make important discoveries for Chantal, her family and other Manitobans like them.
