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Support Sheryl in her fight against Low Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer (LGSOC) – Help us make a difference!

  • Support Sheryl - before its too late, in her fight against Low Grade Serious Ovarian Cancer

      16 April 2025

    Thank you to those who have donated and supported Sheryl so far. We are way off our goal to help Sheryl, so are extending the Givealittle page close off deadline till July 2025. in the hopes we can raise more funds to go towards non funded medications and assist Sheryl it ticking off some of her bucket list. Please consider donating, big or small - every little bit helps, and is very much appreciated.

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  • Sheryl's High Tea Celebrations for Ovarian Cancer Month February 2025

      18 March 2025
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    Its been a while since we did an update, so I wanted to update you on Sheryl's progress. So far the Ovarian Cancer Trial is working and Sheryl's health in regards to her remaining tumors and fluid on her lung are improving - we are so grateful and Sheryl is making the most of every day. With regards to the heart valve situation -we are still waiting to hear the next step in regards to operation/procedure and will keep you updated once we know what is happening.

    On another note, Sheryl hosted a High Tea event to support Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month - it was a lovely day spent talking and showing support for this worthy cause. Please see photos from the day.

    Thanks to everyone who has donated so far to help support Sheryl in her fight against Low Grade Serious Ovarian Cancer - We still need your support, the fight isn't over so please share with your networks as all donations big or small are very much needed to help with what comes next for Sheryl and her wonderful family. Much aroha Bev

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  • Update on Sheryl's progress August 2024

      19 August 2024
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    We have some exciting news, Sheryl has been successful in gaining 1 of 4 spots in NZ for a gynaecology cancer drug trial. Sheryl has been on the trial for a month now and has fortnightly appointments, tests and regular monitoring. At the moment the results are positive as her cancer markers are trending downwards and the new tumor has slightly shrunk.

    We are still aiming to keep fundraising for enough funds to pay for the non-funded meds – a year's worth would likely be approx $122k, as we know there will be a time when she will need this. A miracle cure would be the ultimate, but we are realistic and although we are counting our blessings for this great opportunity, we still need to focus on fundraising for what comes next.

    As with all things there are ups n downs, sadly another hurdle has presented itself. Those who know Sheryl know she was born with a heart condition that went unnoticed until she was 40. She now needs a fairly urgent aortic heart valve replacement, and is currently waiting to confirm options and a surgery date. Sheryl has a Cardiologist appointment 23rd of Sept – so we are waiting in anticipation and will update you once we have news.

    Not one to not celebrate the wins, the Crazy Mums got together to celebrate her getting a place on the trial with a High Tea at Mavis & Co, another bucket list tick to boot!

    Thanks again for your support, please keep sharing the page and keep those donations coming – we are a long way off our goal, any support is appreciated.

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  • Sheryl's Update from the Tron - Fighting the Good Fight against LGSOC

      18 July 2024
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    Thanks for the support so far, we are still waiting to hear in regards to Sheryl getting on the drug trial for her Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer, but so far it's looking positive and we are expecting to have confirmation later this week. Sheryl has over the past weeks undergone a lot of tests, the CT scan revealed a 5mm lump on her brain, however after further tests and undergoing an MRI which revealed two lumps 5mm and 6mm on Sheryl's brain, both of which we are happy and relived to confirm are not cancerous, and will be monitored, this will not affect her eligibility for the trial.

    Please help us keep on, keeping up the good fight to help Sheryl and her family raise funds for non-funded medications and bucket list ticks before it's too late. Although we are a keeping positive, we know there will be a time in the future where medications that are not funded in NZ will be required – so every dollar counts. Please share, donate, and spread the word! We are forever grateful for any and all donations.

    I have included the link to the Ovarian Cancer Foundation NZ, in particular information on Low-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer which you may find interesting.

    https://ovariancancerfoundation.org.nz/low-grade-serous-ovarian-cancer/

    More updates coming soon.

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  • Sheryl's Update and Bucket List #1!

      17 June 2024
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    Over the past few weeks, Sheryl has been undergoing numerous procedures, having had a chest X-ray, CT scan, blood tests, the drain for her right lung to remove cancerous fluid was aborted due to her lung being too close to her rib cage, deemed too risky of puncturing her lung. She will be having an ECG and more tests in the next week. It is hoped that future medication (either non-funded or via the trial will reduce/remove the fluid). A biopsy done on her chest cavity along with a pleural drain stung like a bee sting, and was a bit unpleasant. Sheryl ever the positive has been upbeat despite feeling like a lab rat / pin cushion, she is staying positive and being pro-active.

    Sheryl has appointments scheduled at the Auckland DHB on the 19th and 26th, test results are expected to take 10 days, so we are hoping this week, some results may come through.

    We also kicked off the first tick-off-the-bucket list that Sheryl has on her wish list, the Crazy Mums headed out on Sat night to the Fun Zone Escape Room The Chamber of Magic, followed by dinner at The Mediterranean Kitchen. We all survived and made it out all clues completed, broomstick and wand in hand, 15 seconds to spare! Wonderful dinner, company and laughs!

    Thanks for supporting Sheryl's fight against LGSOC, please continue to share the Givealittle page, we need all the help and support we can to raise funds to pay for the non-funded medications – it takes you to make hope possible. Thank you …updates to follow.

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  • Sheryl's Latest Update and Bear Hugs of thanks

      5 June 2024
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    KIa ora

    Firstly, a big bear hug of thanks to those of you who have donated to the cause so far, and who have shared our page – we appreciate the support so much.

    Recent update: Sheryl had a meeting with her Oncologist earlier this week, and has been advised that she requires Genetic Profile Testing to be carried out for a fee of $4000 (not funded), which will be sent to Boston Texas, USA for analysis. This test will enable her Oncologist to tailor medication around the results. At the meeting, the cost of medications was discussed, and has been advised a variable figure of around $8000 to $9000 per month, with an additional administration fee of $1200, will be needed. Our target for funding medications for one year would then be $122,400 and this would enable Sheryl to receive the non-funded medication she will require going forward for a year, however, we will know more once the results from the Genetic Profile testing are back.

    Please share our Givealittle Page, any donations big or small are greatly appreciated, and sharing the page helps spread the word to help Sheryl in her fight against LGSOC.

    More updates will be coming soon.

    I will leave you with an interesting quote from Winston Churchill… We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.

    Take care everyone and thanks again, your support means so much xx Bev

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