Luke Jackson was diagnosed with Clear Cell Sarcoma in November 2023.

Clear Cell Sarcoma is a rare type of cancer that arises in connective tissue. Because of its rarity, research into the disease is relatively poorly funded and as a consequence not enough is known and there are no really effective treatments, other than surgery if it is caught early.

Luke is 29 years old and he first became aware of a lump in the wrist of his right hand during Covid lockdown. It was a discomfort rather than causing pain. Last summer he decided to get fit and resumed boxing training. This lead to him visiting a physio and being referred to hospital where he was diagnosed with Clear Cell Sarcoma in November 2023. He had surgery to amputate his lower right arm in January.

Luke is training to run the Cork City Marathon, which is held on the 2nd June. Luke needs all the support he can get to run a good race and have an enjoyable day.

Please donate to support Luke and research into Clear Cell Sarcoma!