Many of you know Victoria Berry, MSN, RN from her work at the Texas Medical Board in the 1990's and in her role as a private sector health care consultant. She has been a part of the health care community for many years including service as a DON and as a registered nurse in long-term care facilities where she practiced as a wound care specialist. In November of 2007, Victoria was diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) This form of cancer is particularly resistant to treatment and often carries a bleak prognosis.Victoria has received 10 different chemo drugs and radiation, but the treatments have been ineffective. She has undergone treatment at MD Anderson for the last 14 months with little success. The cancer has now spread to other vital organs in her body.
IBC is a very rare cancer representing 1% of breast cancer diagnoses. Little is known about IBC and clinical studies are desperately needed to offer hope to those who are currently suffering from it and to save those who will be afflicted in the future. MD Anderson opened the first IBC clinic to focus on the research and treatment of IBC, and is embarking on an experimental study specifically targeting Victoria's type of cancer. Victoria has been accepted into the program. Unfortunately, her insurance company is refusing to pay for this care. In order for Victoria to participate, Victoria's family must raise an estimated $30,000. The study starts immediately and consequently the money is needed very quickly.
If you are willing and able to help, contributions can be made through the Classic Bank of Giddings. No amount is too small to make a difference. Contributions can be made through the Classic Bank of Giddings. No amount is too small to make a difference. Contributions can be made in person, by mail, or electronically. Please use the information below to help Victoria as well as others who may be diagnosed with this insidious form of cancer and who may ultimately benefit from the results of the clinical study.
Bank Info:
Donations account for Victoria Berry
c/o: Classic Bank of Giddings
Attn: Kathy - New Accounts
P.O. Box 820
Giddings, Texas 78942
For questions regarding electronic contributions, call the Classic Bank at (979) 542-6666.
