I'm running the Sussex Marathon on 3 April 2011 for my mum.
Last year, she suffered a TIA, a Transient Ischaemic Attack or mini-stroke. It was quite a scary thing, a fleeting moment that left her confused, and worried us all. It took a few months and many tests before doctors could even positively confirm what happened, but it's a relief that it wasn't more serious and that she is feeling better.
I am raising money for The Stroke Association.
In 2009/10 The Stroke Association spent approximately £2.6 million on a wide range of vital research covering stroke prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, stroke support and service provision. The Stroke Association also supports training for doctors to specialise in stroke care, and training for nurses and therapists to pursue careers in stroke research.
The Association's ability to support such research depends entirely on its fundraising success, including legacy donations. Such gifts are essential to enable them to find out more about what causes stroke, how to prevent and treat stroke, and to provide services for the hundreds of thousands of people whose lives are shattered by stroke each year.
I've only set myself a small target (£500), but every penny The Stroke Association receive in donations is crucial. Please visit my justgiving page and donate what you can.
Thank you.
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