MELLY from Rugby was once a fit and healthy 11-year-old who never needed a doctor but now she is fighting Burkitt lymphoma – a rare type of blood cancer.
She is currently in the ICU at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, and will face five months of chemotherapy. Her family’s “greatest hope” is that Melly will be cancer free by Christmas.
Melly’s auntie Emma is raising thousands to help her sister Nikki cover her travel costs to be by her daughter’s side.
She said: “As you can imagine, this heartbreaking diagnosis has completely turned my sister’s world upside down. Every moment is now spent by Melly’s side, supporting her through treatment and trying to stay strong for her. Alongside the emotional heartbreak comes the financial strain of hospital stays, travelling, parking, meals, time away from work, and the many unexpected costs that come with having a child in hospital.
“I’m setting up this fundraiser to help take some of that pressure away so my sister and her family can focus entirely on what matters most, helping Melly beat cancer.
“Any donation, no matter how big or small, will make a huge difference and will be appreciated more than words can say.”
Visit www.gofundme.com/f/melly-in-birmingham-childrens-hospital to donate.
