Hywel Dda Health Charities on birthday fundraiser by a Pembrokeshire woman

Judith Stamp asked for donations instead of gifts for her birthday and raised a fantastic £1,700 for Withybush Hospital to say thank you for her care after being diagnosed with breast cancer.

Judith from Dale, Pembrokeshire, who celebrated her birthday on 22 June, said she wanted to give heartfelt thanks to Mr Maxwell, Tess Phillips and the whole Breast Care Team.

“It all started with a fall down the stairs in November 2020 after which I found the dreaded lump,” said Judith.

“Fast forward from a breast cancer diagnosis in December to now and, after chemo, two ops and with more chemo and treatment to come, I am doing well and the finish line to the end of this horrible disease is in sight.

“Receiving a cancer diagnosis is devastating at any time but, during covid especially, loved ones are not always able to be with you at appointments.

“The Breast Care Team has been so amazing and supportive giving me strength to get through the various stages. This amazing team has basically saved my life and the lives of so many others and I wanted to show my support.”

Thanks to Judith’s fundraising, the grateful Breast Care Team are going to purchase mastectomy pillows to offer extra comfort for patients.

Nicola Llewelyn, Head of Hywel Dda Health Charities, the official charity of Hywel Dda University Health Board, said they were very grateful for Judith’s fundraising.

““The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive,” said Nicola.

For more details about the charity and how you can help support local NHS patients and staff, go to www.hywelddahealthcharities.org.uk

Judith is pictured handing over the cheque to Tess Phillips, Clinical Nurse Specialist.