bobatude
04-16-2008, 03:37 PM
Ann Rabson Enduring Health Problems
Ann Rabson has had a stretch of bad luck beginning last fall, when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In early December, before she was able to have the necessary surgery, she suffered a perforated intestine and spent nearly two months in the hospital. Once home, Ann made a rapid recovery, preparing for lumpectomies and follow-up treatment, and resuming her performance schedule, which included this year's Blues Music Awards show. But her doctors have now discovered a malignant tumor in a kidney. Surgery to remove that kidney, along with the postponed breast cancer surgery, is scheduled for late April, so, to her great disappointment, she won't be back on her feet in time to attend the Blues Music Awards.
Ann has followed her passion of playing the blues since 1962, when she began her professional career in the music business. She is admired and respected as a songwriter, piano player, guitarist and entertainer. Ann is a nine-time Blues Music Award nominee, and this year is nominated for Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of the Year.
Many fans and friends learning of Ann's situation have asked how they can help. Should you wish to offer support or good wishes, you can e-mail her at ann@annrabson. com or write to her at: Ann Rabson P.O. Box 167 Hartwood,VA 22471
Story Courtesy of the Blues Foundation
Steve Allen
Ann Rabson has had a stretch of bad luck beginning last fall, when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In early December, before she was able to have the necessary surgery, she suffered a perforated intestine and spent nearly two months in the hospital. Once home, Ann made a rapid recovery, preparing for lumpectomies and follow-up treatment, and resuming her performance schedule, which included this year's Blues Music Awards show. But her doctors have now discovered a malignant tumor in a kidney. Surgery to remove that kidney, along with the postponed breast cancer surgery, is scheduled for late April, so, to her great disappointment, she won't be back on her feet in time to attend the Blues Music Awards.
Ann has followed her passion of playing the blues since 1962, when she began her professional career in the music business. She is admired and respected as a songwriter, piano player, guitarist and entertainer. Ann is a nine-time Blues Music Award nominee, and this year is nominated for Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of the Year.
Many fans and friends learning of Ann's situation have asked how they can help. Should you wish to offer support or good wishes, you can e-mail her at ann@annrabson. com or write to her at: Ann Rabson P.O. Box 167 Hartwood,VA 22471
Story Courtesy of the Blues Foundation
Steve Allen