Brewers, Aurora surprise breast cancer survivor with spa day
Jana Zepeda gets surprise celebration (Courtesy: Aurora Health Care)
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - A Milwaukee cancer survivor received a heartwarming surprise when she went to the hospital on Wednesday.
What they're saying:
Jana Zepeda was diagnosed with breast cancer in late 2024. She underwent surgery and chemotherapy, and is now celebrating one year since her last radiation treatment.
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On Wednesday, the Milwaukee Brewers and Aurora Health Care came together to treat Zepeda – a mother and Brewers fan – to a special day away.
Bernie Brewer and Zepeda's care team surprised her when she got to Aurora West Allis Medical Center. A limo then took her out for a day of relaxation, including a stop at a spa where she met Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins and his wife.
Jana Zepeda meets Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins (Courtesy: Aurora Health Care)
"I just couldn't believe seeing so many people, and then that it was for me," said Zepeda. "I got emotional, been emotional these last whole two years, but I was shocked."
What's next:
The Brewers and Aurora host the "Pink Out" Mother's Day game to shine a spotlight on breast cancer survivors and fighters. The game will be on May 10.
The Source: FOX6 News went to Wednesday's surprise at Aurora West Allis Medical Center. Aurora Health Care provided additional details about the surprise and upcoming event.