OPA Patron Fiona Wade tells us her story and why leaving a gift in your Will is a special way you can help patients.

Message from our Patron, Fiona Wade:

“Your legacy will help to save lives. Please remember The OPA in your Will and help us to continue our fight against oesophageal and gastric cancer.

Ten years ago I lost my father to oesophageal cancer. He was such an amazing person, the best father I could ever wish for and it was so sad and shocking when he was diagnosed. I had never heard of this type of cancer before and I always feel to this day that if we had been more aware of oesophageal cancer or reflux disease then for sure earlier diagnosis would have made a huge difference and maybe saved his life…”

Read more from our Patron Fiona Wade and about leaving a gift in your Will.

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