I'm taking part in Remember September to help raise awareness and much needed funds for Pancreatic Cancer research. 

Having lost both my Dad (Danny, age 63, in September 2014, only 9 months from diagnosis) and my first cousin (Danielle, age 33, in December 2012, only 5 weeks from diagnosis) to this terrifying disease, I have a strong personal connection to this initiative. However it seems that almost everyone has been affected, or knows someone affected, by Pancreatic Cancer.

That is the reason why I think supporting Remember September is so important. 

Pancreatic Cancer statistics are scary because it is usually not found until it’s too advanced and too late to operate. In Australia, over 3,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. The average survival is just 3-6 months. Only 20% of patients survive 12 months and only 8% survive 5 years. In Australia, you are more likely to die from Pancreatic Cancer than from a road accident. What's even scarier is that these statistics have not materially improved in the last 40 years.

Our sole benefactor is the Avner Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. They are the only foundation in Australia exclusively dedicated to Pancreatic Cancer. Their Vision , via investment decisions, is to - "To break through 40 years of no progress by doubling the number of people who survive Pancreatic Cancer by 2020".

As a participant in this challenge, I will give up ALL liquids except for pure water for the entire month of September, giving up my favourite drinks such as coffee, tea, smoothies, milk and more! As a challenger I will be seeking donations from loved ones and the community to raise much-needed funds for Pancreatic Cancer research.

I am honoured to be a part of helping a great cause and I’d really appreciate your support in this endeavour.

Thank you for your support and helping to make a difference!