Supporting Marcus Through Brain Cancer

Hi friends, Kara here.

We were devastated when Marcus's August MRI confirmed that the two largest tumours (of four) were still growing aggressively despite chemo, and his chemo was halted after the 5th cycle. Being told the hospital has no further treatment options for Marcus was the worst news to hear.

We were referred to a private oncologist for bevacizumab (Avastin) - the unfunded drug we knew was likely coming. It works by reducing swelling and slowing tumour growth by inhibiting blood vessel formation. Marcus had his first infusion on Monday. Without it, we've been told his prognosis is in months. We are hopeful that bevacizumab will increase Marcus's quality of life and hold things at bay for as long as possible - hopefully turning those months into years.

We will be self-funding this at $27,000-$30,000 per year, thankfully less than we originally anticipated but still a big financial strain with us both working very limited hours. Thank you to everyone who has donated - all money raised so far will go towards the first 3 infusions. Please, please, share our Givealittle link to your own networks - even a small donation makes a real difference.

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for continuing to show up for us.