Fiona Charles was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumour and given a year to live. (Brain Tumour Research Charity via SWNS)
A mom was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor and given a year to live after suffering from "strange" symptoms - including hot flushes and "burning smells."
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Fiona Charles with her son Jonny. (Brain Tumour Research Charity via SWNS)
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Fiona Charles with her husband Graham. (Brain Tumour Research Charity via SWNS)
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