People on Yorkshire Coast affected by cancer invited to share what 'more life' means to them
Yorkshire Cancer Research has launched a campaign to highlight the hopes and possibilities of research
A 74-year-old woman who lives near Bridlington has been sharing what 'more life' without cancer means to her.
Yorkshire Cancer Research has started a campaign to highlight the hopes and possibilities of research through the experiences of people directly impacted by cancer.
The charity says with 30,000 people diagnosed with cancer every year in Yorkshire alone, the region is one of the hardest hit in the country. It aims to save 2,000 lives in the region each year by funding work to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer.
74-year-old Jan Jagger is the chairman of the fundraising committee group in Bridlington.
She started fundraising for the charity 30 years ago after losing her father very quickly to cancer. More recently, she has herself been diagnosed with a type of blood cancer and takes medication every day.
When asked what more life without cancer means to her, she said: “More life without cancer means happiness; to be relaxed and happy and be able to live life without looking back over your shoulder. It means living life to the full and doing things that you’ve got on your bucket list. Nobody knows what’s around the corner. Life is short so we must enjoy it.”
Jan says fundraising is now her 'therapy' and she is passionate about spreading the word about the importance of research and early diagnosis.
Dr Kathryn Scott, Chief Executive at Yorkshire Cancer Research, said: “This campaign demonstrates the true impact of cancer research, as told by those who have benefitted first hand.
“That's why we're inviting people across the region to come together to share their experiences. By getting involved they may inspire others.”
To share your experience and contribute to Yorkshire Cancer Research’s More Life digital ‘wall of hope’, and to find out more about the campaign, go to: www.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/more-life