Alicia has been quietly and graciously fighting a rare and aggressive form of cervical cancer, after being diagnosed in May 2013. Many of her friends and acquaintances were unaware of her diagnosis and her daily battle. Her initial diagnosis of 1b2 clear cell adenocarcinoma is a very rare and extremely aggressive cancer, that put her through multiple rounds of chemotherapy, surgeries, daily radiat
ion and invasive brachytherapy. Initially there was some headway, but at Christmas we were told that this ferocious disease had spread through her body, into her lymphatic system and developed in her lungs. However, with the same attitude Alicia had applied to her whole fight with this disease, she was determined to continue her fight and found hope in an Advanced Oncology Centre in Germany who offer technology and treatment not available in Australia. The intensive treatments she received in Germany were assisted by holistic and strict change in lifestyle and diet, and further chemotherapy in Australia to give Alicia a fighting chance at life. It breaks our hearts to let you know that our brave and courageous fighter Alicia Johnson passed peacefully away early on 12th June. Alicia was so touched and moved by all the love and support she received over her short but inspirational journey with this ferocious disease. We thank you for helping her and us through this past year. If you haven't already, tell your daughters and sisters that you love them. For all the women out there, Alicia wished to spread the message to make sure you are up to date with all your women’s health checks, listen to your body and act if you suspect anything is not right. It doesn't seem bearable that we won't see our radiant blue eyed girl with the world at her feet again. But we know she will be with us always in our hearts.
