Overview
- Abbie Tutchings, a North East Ambulance Service paramedic from Normanby, has been told her breast cancer is stage four and incurable.
- She was first diagnosed in August 2021, had a mastectomy in October 2021, then completed chemotherapy and radiotherapy before returning to work in July 2022.
- Annual mammograms showed no recurrence until the November reconstruction uncovered suspected disease later confirmed as metastases.
- Her family says they hope to start therapy soon to slow progression and prioritize time for meaningful experiences.
- A crowdfunding page set up by friend and colleague Lois Armes has passed £12,000 to support experiences plus potential treatment.