Laura McGonigal
Laura's 1/2 Year 1/2 Marathon
Fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support
Story
I remember the day I was diagnosed with cervical cancer so clearly... I received a call at work and was asked to visit the hospital as soon as I could. I feared the worst but decided to go to the hospital alone. Luckily, I was not alone. The doctor that delivered the news was with a Macmillan nurse called Linda. Linda was there to answer my questions and allay my fears from the day I was diagnosed to the day I was discharged. Before I met Linda, I had no idea that Macmillan nurses existed and underestimated the importance of psychological support. There are 4000 Macmillan nurse posts across the UK in hospitals and the community but this is not nearly enough. How amazing would it be if every cancer patient received the same support?
I am so grateful for Linda and all of the medical professionals that helped me. Six months later, I am cancer-free and ready to run my very first half marathon! Please join me in thanking in thanking Linda by donating to Macmillan.
About Macmillan nurses
All Macmillan nurses are registered with at least five years experience, including at least two years in cancer or palliative care. They are trained in pain, symptom management and psychological support. As specialists they do not routinely undertake nursing care but are there to assess complex needs, give advice to other healthcare professionals and support people with cancer to understand their treatment options. The first of these nurses was funded by Macmillan in 1975.
I am so grateful for Linda and all of the medical professionals that helped me. Six months later, I am cancer-free and ready to run my very first half marathon! Please join me in thanking in thanking Linda by donating to Macmillan.
About Macmillan nurses
All Macmillan nurses are registered with at least five years experience, including at least two years in cancer or palliative care. They are trained in pain, symptom management and psychological support. As specialists they do not routinely undertake nursing care but are there to assess complex needs, give advice to other healthcare professionals and support people with cancer to understand their treatment options. The first of these nurses was funded by Macmillan in 1975.