Cancer Survivor Uses Doric Poetry to Raise Funds for Charity That Supported Him

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Brian Noble, a 61-year-old lollipop man from Fraserburgh, has published a book of Doric poetry, "Anchor What", as a way to give back to the charity that supported him through his cancer treatment. The book features 30 of his own poems, inspired by his childhood adventures and "magical places" in the north-east of Scotland. Noble was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma last November and underwent six rounds of chemotherapy at the Anchor unit, where he received outstanding care from the staff, nurses, and volunteers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Brian Noble, a cancer survivor, has published a book of Doric poetry, "Anchor What", to raise funds for the Friends of Anchor charity that supported him during his treatment.
  • The book features 30 of Noble's own poems, inspired by his childhood adventures and "magical places" in the north-east of Scotland.
  • Noble was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma last November and underwent six rounds of chemotherapy at the Anchor unit.
  • The proceeds of the book will go to Friends of Anchor to continue supporting patients at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
  • Friends of Anchor chairman, Sir Jim Milne, praised Noble for sharing his story and shining a spotlight on the wonderful care he received at the Anchor Unit.
  • Noble's book is a collection of poetry that documents his personal experience of receiving treatment for cancer and his journey towards recovery.

Statistics:

  • 30: The number of poems featured in Brian Noble's book, "Anchor What".
  • 6: The number of rounds of chemotherapy Noble underwent as part of his cancer treatment.
  • 61: Noble's age at the time of his cancer diagnosis.
  • 100%: The percentage of proceeds from the book that will go to Friends of Anchor.

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