The Hurricanes organisation, and players past and present, continue to come together to support Mereana Pearce, the partner of Hurricanes wider training group member Nui Muriwai, with recent TradeMe auctions raising over $45,000.
Mereana, 20, who has been diagnosed with SCCOHT (Small Cell Carcinoma of the Ovary, Hypercalcaemic Type), a rare and aggressive form of ovarian cancer which only affects one in 10 million women worldwide, requires extremely limited and expensive treatment, costing an average of $60,000 to $70,000 for every four doses.
To help support Mereana, the Hurricanes welcome contributions to Mereana’s Givealittle page, with donations now surpassing $80,000.
“This is not an easy thing for us to ask,” Mereana said.
“My family has always managed quietly, without seeking help. But more recently, with the news that I potentially have a couple of months left to live, we humbly reach out.
“If you are in a position to offer support, no matter the size, please know that we are deeply grateful. Your support means more than words can express.”
If you can, you can donate directly to Mereana via her Givealittle page
