The Wisbech community is rallying to support a "beloved" dental nurse who has stage four bowel cancer.
Xyanthe Lambert, who works at Museum Square Dental Centre, faces six months of chemotherapy having had various surgeries already.
Now, her colleagues and friends have launched a fundraising appeal in aid of the Bowel Cancer UK charity.
Inspired by Xyanthe's "positive attitude and determination", another of her colleagues, Nikki Burrell, will take on The National Three Peaks Challenge for the same cause on July 25 this year.
The challenge will see her climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 24 hours "in the hope it makes a difference to others with the diagnosis of bowel cancer".
She added that, because the 24 hours includes driving times between Scotland, England and Wales, this will mean "little sleep and climbing and descending in the dark".
"They also educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.
"Their aim is to stop people dying of bowel cancer."
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One of Xyanthe's colleagues, Ana Jelisejeva, added: "Our beloved dental nurse, Xyanthe, is currently facing the toughest battle of her life with cancer.
"She has always been there for us, many years after patients in Wisbech and King's Lynn, offering compassionate care and support.
"Now, it's our turn to support her," she added.
"No donation is too small and every bit helps.
"Together, we can make a significant difference in her journey to recovery."
So far, £275 has been raised towards Nikki's £1,000 target.
To donate, visit www.justgiving.com/page/nikki-burrell-1733480731631
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