Woman mistook d.eadly illness for perimenopause

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Her husband, Ben, explained that Dawson then underwent six months of chemotherapy, and early scan results offered hope.

“We received a clear scan in August, and everything looked encouraging,” Ben said. “But in September, we were told the cancer had returned and spread. It was absolutely devastating.”

After the cancer came back, Dawson attempted alternative chemotherapy treatments. However, two months ago, she made the difficult decision to stop treatment because it was making her increasingly unwell. Instead, she chose to focus on spending meaningful time with her loved ones.

St Christopher’s Hospice in Sydenham, south-east London, provided care and support that enabled Dawson to remain at home for as long as possible, ensuring she was comfortable and treated with dignity.

Dawson d.ied at St Christopher’s Hospice on Sunday, June 29, with her husband at her side.

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