One of my long-time ambitions has been to run a marathon before I turn 60 next year (eeek!). This is quite an ask since the only real run I have ever done was Run The World 40 years ago!! As a stepping stone towards that goal, I've decided to run the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon 2024. But this isn't just ticking something off the bucket list, it's about making a difference to the lives of those affected by Myeloma.
My eldest brother and a dear friend are both battling Myeloma, a challenging and complex disease. While my brother lives in Australia, organizations like Myeloma UK share knowledge and research globally. That's why I've chosen to support Myeloma UK, as they are the best option for me living in the UK.
Research is vital in finding effective treatments for Myeloma. In Australia, they're still figuring out how to help my brother, Guy. He's undergone chemotherapy, which hasn't yielded the desired results yet his condition hasn't worsened either. Currently, he's being closely monitored while adopting an ultra-vegan lifestyle to make the most of his relatively good health now that chemo is over. The future remains uncertain, but any advancements in treatment could potentially make a significant difference for him.
I am hoping that together we can contribute towards funding crucial research and support services provided by Myeloma UK, and in turn those in other countries. Every donation counts and will go directly towards helping those affected by this relentless disease.
Thank you for taking the time to watch my video. You can donate if you visit my JustGiving pagehttps://www.justgiving.com/page/alex-pattison-appleton-1708603010143
Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, your contribution will be sent directly to Myeloma UK, making it the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
