“Most of you will know, I’ve done the shave for the cure a few times now - but this time … it’s personal!
Bowel cancer doesn’t discriminate. I’m only 43 and my diagnosis has rocked me and my family to my very core.
My symptoms were typical of diverticulitis and severe constipation, and I was treated accordingly. It wasn’t until I ended up in hospital and had my first ever colonoscopy (aren’t they a true delight!?) that we got the devastating news it was cancer. Nothing can ever prepare you to hear it.
I was sent immediately to have a port fitted and started chemo within a couple of weeks! I seriously whirl wind ride! It all happened so fast my head spun.
I’m incredibly blessed with such a wonderful support network and people cheering me on x it makes all the difference when you’re riding such huge waves of emotions that come with the diagnosis. My husband Shaun is my rock and safe place - I know I’m going to be ok with him in my corner.
My family give me hope and everything to fight for ❤️
So …. With that in mind, I want to help others (yes I’m still looking after myself first - I can do both!!).
This year I’m shaving my head to raise much needed funds and awareness for bowel cancer. There are so many people affected by this horrid disease and they are getting younger 😭” ~ Rebecca.
If you were inspired by Rebecca's fundraising activities and would like to boldly raise much needed funds for Bowel Cancer Australia through a hairy transformation, get in touch with us through our webform.
