Astrid's treatment update
14 October 2025
Hello all,
Thank you so much for the generous donations towards Astrid's situation. They have helped alleviate some of her living costs so far and your generosity is greatly appreciated. I wanted to give a little update as to how things are going for her.
Astrid is on her fifth week of radiation and has needed to pause her chemotherapy as it has affected her healthy blood cells and she may need a blood transfusion to get back on her feet. The good news on that front is that the chemo has lowered her Multiple Myeloma cancer cells significantly so they hope to find the right balance after her radiation is complete. There's possibly another two weeks of a more focused radiation ahead that will be challenging for her but she continues to put one foot forward, step by step.
Astrid has been well supported by her medical team at Christchurch Hospital as well as the folks at Rainui House, a charitable organisation that has provided her accommodation whilst in Christchurch. Her family and friends have been able to spend some time with her during her stay and she's doing her best to keep spirits up.
There's still a long road ahead and her energy levels and general health have certainly been affected by her treatments which was expected. There is still no timeline for when she may be able to return to work. If you feel inclined to share her story, please feel free to do so. She is forever grateful for all of the support.
In love and gratitude