Patient Stories

If you are recently diagnosed with Carcinoid Cancer your shock, dismay, stress, and anxiety level does not change, but you learn to deal with it as time passes. It is worth noting how things HAVE changed and improved over the years.

When I finally found NECA – I finally had accurate up the minute information – we could breathe. The relief was palpable. Knowing there was something and someone there to support us – we had someone on the other end of the phone. We were greeted with kindness, knowledge and a sympathetic ear, there were so many resources that we could watch and download as well as support groups to join. 

At age 75, I remain in perfect health and have no symptoms from the disease or treatment. I maintain an active lifestyle and walk 10 kms most days, as well as cycle, swim, kayak and maintain my house and garden. I eat an anti-inflammatory diet and keep my weight in trim.

About a week or so after Zara was born and Bree was at home, she found herself on the shower floor in pain and new she needed to return to the hospital for answers.