Running for Alkaptonuria

Jamie Rumbelow is raising money for The Alkaptonuria Society
£364
raised of £300 target
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Edinburgh Half Marathon 2018 · 27 May 2018 ·

The Alkaptonuria Society

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We provide crucial information and support to patients living with Black Bone Disease

Story

Alkaptonuria (AKU) is a debilitating genetic disease. Because of a rare mutation, the body is unable to break down something called homogentisic acid  in the blood. Over time, this binds to cartilage and bone. They become brittle and black. Heart valves calcify. The spine collapses. It can be very grim.

Although it was discovered in 1902 (the first known genetic condition!), it is only thanks to the AKU Society that we are holding clinical trials into a drug that can treat this disease effectively.

They are also organising an International Patient Workshop in 2018. This will allow patients from around the world to receive support and advice. I'm running to help them pay for it!

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£363.85
+ £56.25 Gift Aid
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£363.85
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