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Lolipop Day is this Friday and Saturday - oesophageal cancer awareness & research

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  • 22-02-2012 12:50pm
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    CathyMoran
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    I am a 5 year oesophageal cancer survivor (link to the time of the surgery) but I was only 32 when I was diagnosed. I found that a lot of people are not aware of the early symptoms which may include inability to swallow (thus the lolipop in lolipop day).

    I now have a son and a daughter :)

    Link to Lolipop Day


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    CathyMoran
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 7,458 Mod ✭✭✭✭CathyMoran


    This is an article about me in the paper yesterday.


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    Posy
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators Posts: 27,548 Mod ✭✭✭✭Posy


    I didn't even know this was Lollipop day! :o
    I will be looking out for the collectors now so I can make some small contribution.
    Cathy, I knew something about your illness but after reading that thread again I am amazed at how much you have been through. I can't believe it's been 5 years and you have your two beautiful children now. You and Shane deserve every happiness. xxxx


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    flossie
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    CathyMoran,

    I spent a while reading through the entire thread showing your battles. Wow is all I can say! I hope you all continue to have good health and as much love, laughter and happiness that life can bring.

    I admit I didn't donate to the collections in town, more as I was preoccupied with some toher things, but definately next year, unless there is a way to donate in the meantime?

    Floss.


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    aidan.connolly
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    Wow !

    What lovely article in the paper.

    It is good to hear stories that have a happy ending.

    Aidan


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