A pancreatic cancer survivor helped turn local landmarks purple in her efforts to raise awareness of the disease.
Julie McBride ensured Lomond Galleries in Alexandria and Clydebank’s Titan Crane graced the skyline with a purple glow on Thursday, November 21 to mark World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
The Balloch mum has celebrated her 10th anniversary of surviving pancreatic cancer.
Organised by individuals affected by the disease, the campaign is a way to remember loved ones lost to pancreatic cancer, support those living with and beyond the disease as well as raise vital awareness during November’s Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
West Dunbartonshire made its own contribution to the global campaign, joining forces with landmarks such as Luna Park in Sydney, the Chicago Skyline and the National Theatre in London.
Julie said: “I’ll do anything I can to raise awareness of a cancer which has low survival rates. I know I’m one of the lucky ones.”
The Lennox Herald told Julie’s story last year.
She was diagnosed in 2009 and has undergone a number of operations following complications.
The proud mum credits her daughter Lily and her husband Andrew as the ones who keep her going every day.
And while she is no longer able to work, she now dedicates her time to educating people about pancreatic cancer.
She wants to spread awareness of the disease to encourage people to get checked by their GP if they have any concerns.
Purple Lights for pancreatic cancer, is supported by Pancreatic Cancer Scotland (PCS), and UK based charities, including Pancreatic Cancer UK, Pancreatic Cancer Action and Planets and Guts UK.
Fiona Brown, development manager for PCS, said, “Lighting up landmarks purple can be a great talking point. By encouraging conversations around pancreatic cancer and sharing pictures on social media the people of Scotland can help shine a light on a disease,
which has been left in the dark for too long.
“We are grateful to our supporters for coming together to make the Purple Lights for pancreatic cancer campaign possible.”
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