Being a key part of the spa industry, we’re used to talking about wellbeing when it comes to treatments and indulgence, but every so often we’re reminded just how important good health is. When it comes to helping a good cause, we’re always keen to get involved – and this time, it’s for one of our own; a dedicated leader in the spa industry who needs our help.
A year ago, 27 year old Hannah Bradley had no idea that her life was about to alter dramatically. Things were good – she had won a number of awards for her contribution to the spa industry and had successfully started up a brand new ESPA at the Europe, Ireland. After ten years working in beauty and wellbeing, she had progressed from working in beauty salons to becoming a Spa Director and an Account Manager and Trainer. With so many achievements to her name already, Hannah’s future in the spa business looked decidedly bright.
Then everything changed. In February 2011, Hannah had a seizure which left her hospitalised and unable to remember the next two months of her life. She was diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumour, called Anaplastic Astrocytoma, and opted for surgery to try to remove it.
Unfortunately, although surgeons and radiotherapists in the UK have done their best to help Hannah, her aggressive tumour still persists. Her only hope of fulfilling her bright future now lies with Dr Burzynski, a US-based doctor who specialises in using pioneering techniques to cure cancer patients. However, treatment in America does not come cheap – in order to receive the vital care she needs, Hannah must raise a daunting £150,000.
Happily, the money is already flooding in. Gerrard International have donated £1000, and Comfort Zone have donated £500 in products for raffle prizes at upcoming events. We think it’s great to see people coming together to help such an important cause.
Want to show your support for Hannah? We’ve been hugely touched by Hannah’s story, and hope that others in the beauty and wellbeing industry will join us in contributing to her operation fund. To donate, all you need to do is take a few seconds to visit Hannah’s website, www.teamhannah.com. Any contribution, however small, is a step towards saving Hannah’s life – so thank you, and please spread the word.
