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My sister-in-law Kim Hopper died from this terrible disease just before last Christmas, having been diagnosed only one month before. The speed in which the cancer overcame her was a shock to all the family and devastating for my brother.

I am raising money for the charity Pancreatic Cancer UK who campaign for better care, treatment and research, and for pancreatic cancer to have the recognition it needs.  People and their families should be more aware of its symptoms before they become untreatable.

Like many of us, Kim had back pain which she was getting treated.  It was easing, when suddenly the pain transferred to her abdomen and so she sought her doctor.  A scan showed that cancer had spread out from her Pancreas and was now untreatable.  She started palliative care and making the best use of her remaining days...

Kim was 61 years old and had just retired.  She was making plans to go travelling and enjoy her retirement with my brother and her family.  If she'd been aware of what her symptoms might be saying, then perhaps early treatment could have helped her.

7 of the 9 Trustees for Pancreatic Cancer UK are either survivors or have lost a close family member to this disease.  Sadly the mortality rate from this cancer has hardly improved during the last 40 years.  I believe raising money for this charity provides a worthwhile and lasting legacy for Kim.

I’m training hard and hope to complete this half-marathon, not just in memory of Kim but for all those affected by this terrible disease.  Please run with me and help raise £1000.00.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails.  Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to Pancreatic Cancer UK along with an added 25% from Gift Aid if you select that option.  It really is an easy way to donate.

I thank you again for checking out my simple page here and for any donation you can afford.