Cancer researcher Dr Shauna Burke plans to climb remaining 8,000-metre peaks
Dr Shauna Burke, an associate professor at the University of Leeds with stage four breast cancer, intends to summit the world's other thirteen 8,000-metre mountains after reaching Everest in 2005.
Previous summit experience
Delano D'Souza welcomed Dr Burke following her successful ascent of Mount Everest in 2005. She returned to the mountain earlier this year after receiving a diagnosis for stage four breast cancer.
Future climbing targets
The researcher now aims to reach the remaining thirteen peaks that exceed eight thousand metres in elevation. Her goal involves completing these specific summits while managing her illness.
Personal motivation stated
Dr Burke stated she feels at peace and alive when she is in the mountains. She chose not to let the incurable condition define the boundaries of her life.
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