After Patrick Swayze’s death from pancreatic cancer in 2009, his wife, Lisa Niemi Swayze, has committed herself to raising awareness about this disease. She not only cherishes his memory but also strives to educate others about its signs. She says, “Cancer may have taken him, but it didn’t beat him. And I’m continuing his fight for him.”
Swayze’s battle began when he noticed yellowing eyes and stomach issues. Despite his reluctance to see a doctor, they went for a check-up. A CT scan revealed the truth. Niemi Swayze remembered the agonizing 24-hour wait for results.
Despite the grim prognosis, they refused to give up. Patrick Swayze passed away 20 months after diagnosis in 2009.
Since then, Lisa Niemi Swayze has tirelessly worked with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and advocated for research funding on Capitol Hill, ensuring her husband’s fight lives on. Raising awareness about this challenging disease remains crucial. Share to spread the word.
