NI breast cancer nurse takes on Dublin Marathon to raise money for mastectomy bra service

South Eastern Trust Breast Care Nurse, Claire Reid
-Credit:Reach Publishing Services Limited


A Northern Ireland nurse has raised over £2,000 which will go towards a specialist bra fitting service for patients with cancer.

South Eastern Trust Breast Care Nurse, Claire Reid faced the mammoth Dublin Marathon on October 27, 2024. Her 26.2 mile challenge, helped to raise £2,348 for the Cancer Focus’ specialist bra fitting service in the Ulster Hospital.

Claire took on the route with her aim to raise funds for breast cancer patients in the Ulster Hospital who are undergoing surgery and require a mastectomy bra.

READ MORE: Linda Nolan recalls receiving cancer diagnosis while performing in Belfast panto

READ MORE: NI father and daughter on moment they learned they both had breast cancer

Speaking about the fundraising challenge, she said: "We plan to issue patients with a £10 off voucher at their diagnosis, to bring to their bra fitting appointment, which will help them obtain their first proper mastectomy bra to aid recovery and help with their body image.

South Eastern Trust Breast Care Nurse, Claire Reid
South Eastern Trust Breast Care Nurse, Claire Reid

"I ran the Dublin marathon to promote this service and want to thank everyone who donated and supported me along the way. I raised a total of £2,348 with all funds raised going towards this fantastic service."

ADVERTISEMENT

A spokesperson for Cancer Focus said their team of friendly expert fitters are there to help patients choose from a wide range of beautiful bras to suit any occasion.

Support provided:

• A one-hour confidential fitting appointment with a fully trained fitter

• Advice and guidance on a range of bras and swimwear

• Selection of every day, sports, or something special bras to help boost confidence and lift sel-esteem

• Up to 50% off the RRP on leading specialist brands Amoena and Anita

• Guaranteed perfect fit after a lumpectomy, mastectomy, and all reconstructive breast surgeries

For more information, please visit this link.

For all the latest news, visit the Belfast Live homepage here and sign up to our daily newsletter here.