Hayley's Race for Life

Cancer is happening right now, which is why I'm taking part in a Race for Life Pretty Muddy to raise money and save lives. 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Every single pound you donate makes a difference to Cancer Research UK’s groundbreaking work, so please sponsor me now. At the age of 33, I was diagnosed with stage 3 Breast Cancer. Something I never thought would happen to me. I was young, did not smoke and Iived a happy, healthy life. I now know cancer does not discriminate! Hearing those words 'You have cancer' turned my whole life upside down. I remember sitting in a small room with a nurse making the call to my parent's. Something I shall never forget. My oncologist explained my treatment plan which consisted of chemotherapy, a double mastectomy with immediate reconstruction (DIEP) followed by radiotherapy and hormone treatment. I had fantastic support from family, friends and loved ones but there were days when I hit a brick wall and that's when charities like Cancer Research Uk played a big part in my recovery. Connecting with other ladies who had gone through similar treatment to myself really helped to life my spirits. I'm taking part in this Race to raise money for a charity close to my heart as well and in honour of all the beautiful pink ladies that lost their battle to this horrible disease. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. ❤️