THE CHAIR of Trustees for the Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven (WBUH) charity has been made an MBE as part of the King’s Birthday Honours.
Fiona Charny was recognised for services to breast cancer patients.
Mrs Charny, has been the chair of Trustees for WBUH for 10 years before previously driving the capital appeal to build the Worcestershire Breast Unit with Steven Thrush between 2006 and when the Unit opened ten years ago in 2016.
In addition to her role as Chair of Trustees, Fiona, who lives in Worcester, is current Deputy Lieutenant of Worcestershire and is a serving Magistrate.
She said: “I was thrilled but very surprised to be included in the King’s Birthday Honours because WBUH is, and always was, a team effort.
“I am very honoured to accept on behalf of Steven Thrush, Lexi our charity director and the charity team. You all share this credit. To receive this honour in our charity’s tenth anniversary year is particularly special.”
Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven charity director Lexi Craigie added: “Everyone involved with WBUH charity considers themselves very lucky to have Fiona at the helm. Her clinical experience combined with her compassion for and drive to support breast cancer patients in our county is exceptional.”
Visit www.worcsbreastunithaven.com for more information on the range of emotional and practical support services offered by Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven.
