Dig Deep for Cancer (Irish Cancer Society)

Cancer is a disease that essentially makes your cells turn against you; normal cells glitch and begin to replicate uncontrollably and invade other tissues, forming tumors. A cancerous tumor will spread from one isolated tissue to nearby tissues and other parts of the body. These new masses of tissue interfere with the body’s normal functioning and, if they spread enough, can cause the body to completely shut down. Because of this, cancer remains the second most common cause of death, accounting for nearly 1 of every 4 deaths... but if caught early enough, many cancers are treatable! Cancer treatment takes a toll on the body, both physically and emotionally, but can also significantly impact the patient’s wallet. Many don’t realize that the list of expenses for a cancer patient doesn’t only cover specific treatments, but everything from doctor visits and lab tests to hospital stays and home care, which sum to a staggering estimate of €50,000 annualy. For someone who is regularly fighting a civil war with their body, these costs can be crippling, and can result in patients not following recommended treatment procedures. My lovely friend, Abbie McKeever, & I originally planned on running a mini marathon which takes place on June 2nd, 2015 just for fun. However, after some thought, we have decided to give it our absolute best attempt & raise money in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. Your generosity is greatly appreciated & we thank you in advance for your contributions! -Abbie Judge