Cancer Can't Keep Her Down; Help Tonya Mays & Fam

Tonya Mays is a 36 year old mother of 3, daughter, sister, spouse, friend, and cancer survivor.  She was first diagnosed with stage 3 hormone receptor positive HER-2 negative invasive ductal carcinoma that had spread to her lymph nodes in July of 2013.  After her life altering diagnosis she underwent a double mastectomy &  secondary surgeries, multiple rounds of radiation/ chemo therapy and various forms of hormone inhibitors.  Fast forward to 5 years later, after numerous treatments, follow up appointments, surgeries and tests;  On August 13th, 2019 she received the dreadful news that her cancer had returned and this time had spread to her liver, thoracic spine, bilateral hips, adrenal glands, part of her pancreas, tonsils and vocal cords causing paralysis- making it difficult and even painful at times to speak.  She hit the ground running, starting on different types of oral chemotherapy, while working full time and still keeping a smile on her face and hope in her heart.  During a follow up evaluation on November 5th, 2019 it was discovered that her treatment was unsuccessful and had spread even further- going from 1 lesion in her lungs to 30, multiple ribs and both femurs.  After the failure of these medications she was started on a more aggressive treatment regiment, including 2 monthly chemo injections, intravenous chemo every 3 weeks and twice daily oral chemo with future plans for a full hysterectomy.  After this devastating news Tonya was forced to focus on her health, family and stopped working completely- causing a major financial deficit in her home.  Given the intensity/ frequency of her medical treatment, along with daily living expenses and the cost of raising children- her financial situation is strained.  Tonya is a bright, young, caring, vibrant positive person who has gone above and beyond to help so many others.  I can say without a doubt that her love, compassion and strength have brightened the world!  No matter what life seems to throw her way she meets it with unfathomable bravery and always greets you with her infectious smile and laugh.  Tonya is a spirited and determined fighter!!!  We want to share her story with you all, not only to ask for donations, support, prayers and love but because she is a truly remarkable and inspirational individual!!!
With Love,
Team Mays.