We’re running the Hertfordshire Half Marathon on the 7th November to raise awareness and (hopefully) funds for Vasculitis UK.  

Every charity needs help and awareness however sometimes it’s only when you are personally affected by something that you believe it is the most important charity out there, because it has affected yours and your loved ones lives as they know it.  

I (Chloe) had never heard of vasculitis when Mum was diagnosed with it 16 years ago.  But even with seeing the impact vasculitis has had on Mum’s life, it hadn’t prepared us for when Dad was also diagnosed with it 2 years ago.  

Vasculitis is an extremely rare autoimmune terminal condition that is caused by inflammation of the blood vessels and results in your immune system fighting itself.  Early diagnosis is vital to prevent serious organ damage, however it can be hard to diagnose and there is no cure out there.  The treatments can be tough and can include intense cycles of chemotherapy and daily medication.  Vasculitis affects your every day life and can prevent you from doing the things you love.  

I am not (and likely never will be) a keen runner, and everyone close to me is as shocked as I am that I signed up to complete a half marathon.  But the amount I will struggle round the course is nothing compared to what Vasculitis warriors have been through and I’m lucky to have Lucy completing the run with me and to keep me going when I want to stop!  Please help us in raising awareness and much needed funds for this amazing charity to hopefully find a cure one day.   

Chlo and Luc x 

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