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13th May 2021

Kev’s Cancer Journey

TRIGGER WARNING: Death, dying, cancer

We’d like to introduce you to Kevin Cookmead.

Kev is only 49 and, sadly, he’s dying. He has terminal cancer and his doctors have given him 6-9 months to live.

He’d like to end his days here at St Mary’s Hospice. But before that, he wants to share his final months with everyone.

We’ll run regular video updates from Kev in the weeks and months to come. These videos will bring you Kev’s unique perspective as he approaches the end of his life and will be particularly useful for anyone else facing up to a difficult diagnosis.

If you would like to make a referral for any of St Mary’s services, click the link below to find out more.

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