Andrea's Story

"I'm going to be a pain in the ass. I'm just letting you know that now" said Andrea Corey to our waitress before ordering her modified brunch. A simple statement that surpasses Andrea's brunch and reflects her spirited approach to challenge Pancreatic Cancer. After undergoing surgeries for Pancreatic Cancer, Andrea has had to change her diet completely, a manageable adjustment during her fight. There are no statistics which would ever lead one to even entertain the thought of Andrea having Pancreatic Cancer. "Every time I went for my chemo treatment, everyone just assumed I had Breast Cancer...I'm young, female, a mom. Why wouldn't they?" Misdiagnosed for over a year, and hospitalized too many times to count, Andrea continues her fight today. Please come join us at our reception Nov. 22nd to learn more about Andrea's story, and others affected by Pancreatic Cancer.

---------------------UPDATE-----------------------------------------
In just under a years time since this interview took place, Andrea Corey has come to the end of her journey with Pancreatic Cancer. A fighter to the end, she passed on Sunday, September 26th, 2010. Her modest words of bravery will remain in the hearts of friends and family for years to come. Her inspirational spirit lives on in all of us who strive to find a cure for Pancreatic Cancer. Thank you Andrea, we miss you.
-------------------------UPDATE----Nov. 19, 2010----------------------------------
The following is a link to a clip that was aired on NBC 10 Philadelphia during Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month in memory of Andrea and her journey. Her fight is remembered and her voice is still heard.

www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local-beat/Andrea_s_Story__A_woman_s_Battle_With_Pancreatic_Cancer_Philadelphia2-109259379.html

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