University of North Carolina Athletics
Hatchell Raising Money For Cancer Patients
April 27, 2016 | Women's Basketball
“You don't have the choice that you have cancer, but you have the choice in how you deal with it.”
Inspiring words from UNC women's basketball coach and cancer survivor Sylvia Hatchell, who is leading an effort to add wellness rooms for patients at the N.C. Cancer Hospital.
Diagnosed with leukemia in October 2013, Hatchell was treated at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. An avid athlete prior to her diagnosis, Hatchell continued to exercise throughout her treatment and cites physical activity as a significant factor in her recovery.
Now, she's working to ensure all cancer patients at UNC have the opportunity to remain physically active throughout their entire cancer journey. Two new wellness rooms have been added to the Hematology-Oncology Inpatient Unit and the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and will house cardiovascular equipment in an encouraging environment.
But we need your help to fully equip these rooms.
Our $10,000 goal will help cover:
Step up to help cancer patients stay active. Make your donation today.
Inspiring words from UNC women's basketball coach and cancer survivor Sylvia Hatchell, who is leading an effort to add wellness rooms for patients at the N.C. Cancer Hospital.
Diagnosed with leukemia in October 2013, Hatchell was treated at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. An avid athlete prior to her diagnosis, Hatchell continued to exercise throughout her treatment and cites physical activity as a significant factor in her recovery.
Now, she's working to ensure all cancer patients at UNC have the opportunity to remain physically active throughout their entire cancer journey. Two new wellness rooms have been added to the Hematology-Oncology Inpatient Unit and the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit and will house cardiovascular equipment in an encouraging environment.
But we need your help to fully equip these rooms.
Our $10,000 goal will help cover:
- Weight training equipment, including band training stations and dumbbell aerobic weights
- Filtered water stations
- Entertainment, including televisions or sound systems
- Mirrors, sanitation devices and storage
Step up to help cancer patients stay active. Make your donation today.
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