Vikki spent a few days in Auckland Public last week - you could say Keytruda was working 'too well' and she now needs to take a break from infusions. And true to Vikki's nature, if you can't get to work - get work to come to you. Here's Vikki 'not talking shop' with her colleagues during their lunch break. #GoVikki
Vikki has recently been transferred to the Public Health system. Yay!
This givealittle page will soon close and we would like to thank you all for your love and support - this whole process has been so overwhelming and knowing you were there for Vikki has provided such relief and comfort. We are so grateful for your help.
Thank you again and forever,
Tracey xx
For continued updates on Vikki's progress www.facebook.com/helpvikkifight
Vikki's scan results show Keytruda is working and the oncologist is happy with her progress. Plus we are so very close to having access to a funded treatment... we'll keep you posted on any developments.
Thankyou to everyone, we wouldnt have made it this far without your love and support xxx
We all had a great time at Vikki's fundraising pub meal at the Clare Inn and raised $1305 on the night. Thanks to everyone for their amazing support and a special thank you to Terry for organising such a fun event.
The Fraser McDonald Unit ran a fundraising raffle for Vikki and with great support from the staff at Te Whetu, MHSOP Community and BRC they raised $1,180.
Place your order with us and NZ Bulbs will kindly donate 20% of the total to Vikki’s givealittle page.
All orders must be placed by Sue ph 027 714 0597
(or email: es.mockridge@gmail.com) and be received by Thursday, April 28.
For the online catalogue go to www.nzbulbs.co.nz
Come along and join us for a Pub Meal on Thursday 14 April. The Clare Inn, Irish Pub in Mt Eden are putting on a fundraising meal for Vikki.
We have a limited number of tickets so get in quick. If you'd like to purchase tickets leave a message with your contact details in the comments below or email: helpvikkifight@gmail.com
"A Big Giant Thank You" to Sheldon and The Diminished Fourths Jazz Band for busking at the Howick Village Market last Saturday. Their wonderful mix of musical talent and generosity raised $625 for Vikki's Givealittle page. You guys are the best!
Come along and join us for a Pub Meal on Thursday 14 April. The Clare Inn, Irish Pub in Mt Eden are putting on a fundraising meal for Vikki.
We have a limited number of tickets so get in quick. If you'd like to purchase tickets leave a message with your contact details in the comments below or email: helpvikkifight@gmail.com
Last night Vikki got to draw the winner of the Marimekko cushion.
Congratulations to Cindy, you'll recieve your new spotty cushion soon.
Thanks to all those that entered it really has helped Vikki's Givealittle page. And as it was so much fun we'll do it again soon.
To be in the draw to win this Marimekko cushion donate $10 to givealittle.co.nz/cause/helpvikkifight and write ‘spotty’ in the comment box.
When you provide your details for an e-receipt tick share my details with Tracey Ellin (so we can contact the prize winner).
Enter as many times as you like.
Vikki will draw the lucky winner at 6pm on Spotty Day, Thursday 24 March 2016.
Details: 45cm Marimekko cushion in white, black Koppelo fabric complete with feather inner.
Free delivery throughout New Zealand.
Good luck!
To be in the draw to win this Marimekko cushion donate $10 to givealittle.co.nz/cause/helpvikkifight and write ‘spotty’ in the comment box.
When you provide your details for an e-receipt tick share my details with Tracey Ellin (so we can contact the prize winner).
Enter as many times as you like.
Vikki will draw the lucky winner at 6pm on Spotty Day, Thursday 24 March 2016.
Details: 45cm Marimekko cushion in white, black Koppelo fabric complete with feather inner.
Free delivery throughout New Zealand.
Good luck!
Keytruda costs around $8000 (depending on body weight) per treatment and must be administered in a private clinic which is an additional cost of $3000 each time. The fee for Vikki's treatment is $11,000 every three weeks.
We're going to keep fundraising for Vikki and campaigning hard to have this drug funded for all New Zealanders.
A fantastic result from our Fundraising Garage Sale yesterday. A special thank you to everyone who donated goods and gave their time. And to all the bargain hunters who came along on the day, thanks for your support.
Watch this space for more fundraising events coming soon …
Help Vikki Fight.
Come along to the Fundraising Garage Sale tomorrow - 7am start. We've got fantastic new and used household goods, furniture, clothing and much more. http://givealittle.co.nz/cause/helpvikkifight
To be in the draw to win this Marimekko cushion donate $10 to givealittle.co.nz/cause/helpvikkifight and write ‘spotty’ in the comment box.
When you provide your details for an e-receipt tick share my details with Tracey Ellin (so we can contact the prize winner).
Enter as many times as you like.
Vikki will draw the lucky winner at 6pm on Spotty Day, Thursday 24 March 2016.
Details: 45cm Marimekko cushion in white, black Koppelo fabric complete with feather inner.
Free delivery throughout New Zealand.
Good luck!
Team Vikki has their first fundraising event coming up.
If you would like to donate items to be sold please email: helpvikkifight@gmail.com or phone 021 444 715 or 027 425 7215
Vikki met with Catrin Owen, house reporter for Suburban Newspapers Auckland yesterday to share her story and raise awareness for the need to have Keytruda funded.
Catrin did a sterling job and Vikki especially wanted to stress the importance for all New Zealanders with advanced melanoma to have access to pembrolizumab.
Vikki and I would also like to thank our cousin Cindy Penny, family and friends and Vikki's colleagues at Auckland City Hospital for their amazing support. And to make public how incredibly thankful and humbled she feels by the love and generosity she has received.
Tracey xx
This was taken last Friday during Vikki's first Keytruda infusion. Although the treatment itself was complete within an hour, it was quite a big day. We're happy to report that Vikki has only experienced minimal side effects of nausea and fatigue. She's doing great.
Your support has been fantastic and we appreciate everything you are doing to help Vikki.
Go Vikki.
Vikki's first infusion went very well yesterday and she's doing great!
She's feeling positive and incredibly blessed with the support and generosity you have shown her.
Go Vikki.
What an amazing response! You’ve raised over $7000 in just 7 days.
And more good news, Vikki’s first treatment is due to begin at the end of this week.
We know you wish her all the best.
Thank you to you all.
