Corinne Turnbull
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Fundraising for Royal Osteoporosis Society
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Every minute of every day in the UK someone fractures a bone because of osteoporosis. 1 in 2 women and 1 in 5 men in the UK will develop the condition.
Few people in the UK really understand what osteoporosis is. Even fewer understand the true extent of the impact it has on lives: the pain of broken bones, the way it robs those affected of self-confidence, reducing independence and making everyday activities a challenge.
It's hidden and it's agonising - I have seven fractured vertebrae because of osteoporosis. I've lost height as my spine collapsed which means it's uncomfortable to sit down, clothes don't fit and I worry that if I trip over I'm going to break a bone. The condition runs in families - and many people are not diagnosed until it's too late.
Osteoporosis is called ‘the silent disease’ because of under-diagnosis, under-treatment, low public awareness and dangerous myths that its symptoms are ‘just part of getting old’. In reality, the fractures it causes are one of the most serious threats to living well in later life
I want to raise funds for the Royal Osteoporosis Society, who are researching development of new medications and treatments – and ultimately to find a cure for the 3.5million people in the UK that have osteoporosis.
I will be walking 7-9hrs a day at altitude in all weathers on an 18-day trek to Everest Base Camp in 2023 to raise £5000, to spread awareness of osteoporosis and to inspire the 3.5million people in the UK with the condition that it is possible to live a full life.
The Royal Osteoporosis Society run helplines for sufferers, and through their Research Grants Programme are closing the gaps in treatment and ultimately find a cure. I want to help others avoid the same pain and create a future without osteoporosis. You can help make it a reality.
Thank you so much, Cx
£10 Can help us produce 63 essential publications that allow people with osteoporosis to find out more about topics such as drug treatments, managing pain, and coping with lifestyle changes.
£17 Could fund an hour of a Helpline nurse’s time to offer expert information and a listening ear to someone with a new osteoporosis diagnosis.
£25 Could fund 24 copies of the book, All About Osteoporosis. It contains life-changing information about the condition and helps sufferers to regain their independence.
£95 Could translate our website content and publications into other
languages – helping us to ensure that everyone has access to vital
information about osteoporosis.
£100 Could help us with the costs of supporting our local volunteer-led support groups. These vital groups allow people with osteoporosis
to learn about their condition in a supportive environment, helping
to reduce the isolation that is often by those living with the condition.
£450 Could cover the monthly cost of providing our Freephone Helpline number. This helps to reduce the financial burden on people who are living with osteoporosis and means that they can access expert information and support when they need it most.
£500 Could go towards a study session for healthcare professionals who specialise in the condition.
£1000 Could help fund an innovative osteoporosis research project.
This could lead to earlier diagnosis, better treatments and
improved quality of life for people living with osteoporosis.