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I'm running the Great North Run in September, all 13.1miles of it for the Stroke Association.

Every year, an estimated 150,000 people in the UK have a stroke, that's one person every five minutes, most people affected are over 65, but anyone can have a stroke, including children and even babies.

My neighbour and good friend John, suffered a stroke 3 years ago, he went from being a super independant, fit, active, full of life man, to someone who is now totally dependent on his super wife Mavis, who does everything for him. He's still full of life but totally, 100% dependent on others to look after him.

When I'm doing the run and feel like crying (which I can assure you I will), I'll think of John and I'm sure he'll get me through it. 

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So please dig deep and donate now, every penny counts. Thankyou

Amanda