World Pancreatic Day – our colleague’s story

TLS recruitment lead Stephanie Bright shares her story of fundraising for her beloved dad, who she sadly lost to pancreatic cancer. 

“World Pancreatic Day is 20 November, as part of the wider Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month. This day in particular aims to raise much needed awareness of the disease, promote early detection and to further encourage fundraising and funding.”

“This year, 16th January, my world changed for me and my family.”

“My hero, my dad, lost his fight against pancreatic cancer. Like so many others who have lost loved ones, friends and colleagues to any form of cancer, my dad also wanted to be a survivor.”

“I decided I would honour Dad, and in doing so I signed up for their ’Walk 60 Miles in June’ challenge. Over £480k was collectively raised. The money raised went towards research, funding information for newly diagnosed patients, supporting families, and raising awareness so more people can be diagnosed earlier.”

“Pancreatic Cancer UK thank you for continuing to fight for more.”

“For the NHS staff who cared for Dad, thank you.”

Find out more about pancreatic cancer here.