Because some are still fighting, we pedal for hope!
On February 9th, 2024 I was told I likely had breast cancer and that they wanted to take a biopsy to confirm.
Seven months later, I read the results of a post chemo/immunotherapy scan that said the mass has drastically decreased in size and a questionable area that was developing was totally gone!
On September 19, 2024 the last bit of cancer evidence was removed and pathology showed that there was not a bit of cancer left!
A few rounds of radiation and an additional proactive surgery later and I’m currently at 10 months cancer free with the best possible chance on a cancer free future.
I was a lucky one. My cancer was well researched and well known. They had found medicines that work. They had a clear set of recommendations for quick treatment and future prevention. Unfortunately, there are some cancers that aren’t as well known. And not everyone is as lucky. It’s critical that we keep funding going to the smart people who work tirelessly to figure this out.
So this September, Erik, Evelyn and I will be helping accelerate cancer research and patient treatment initiatives forward at the University of Wisconsin through our involvement in Badger Challenge - an annual walking, running, and biking event which powers the brightest cancer minds, ideas and technologies at UW. We will be biking of course!!
The Badger Challenge's mission is to give 100% of all participant-raised dollars (yes, every penny!) to the most promising UW cancer initiatives both in the laboratory and clinic setting. Since 2016, Badger Challenge has raised over $3.6 million and what’s best of all is our ability to see where the money goes as Badger Challenge presents their Scholars each year!
Badger Challenge takes place in September and 100% of all dollars-raised are presented to the newly announced Scholar Class by January of the next year. This is done quickly so the funds can make an impact in the labs and hospital helping patients and families immediately.
Help me support Badger Challenge and its UW cancer mission. All contributions are appreciated - whether it is $5 or $500, every dollar counts and you can be assured that every dollar you give goes back to the cause and helping those affected by cancer.
To learn more about Badger Challenge (and to sign up yourself!) please go to BadgerChallenge.org.
Thank you so much for your generosity! Together we can help write the story that ends cancer!
