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This summer, I am running the British 10k in London to raise money for the Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research Special Purpose Fund at Barts and the London Charity.

Barts Cancer Centre see approximately 350 new patients each year. Around 60 of these patients are referred to them with leukaemia and last year, my dad was one of them. As many of you will know, this is not first time my dad has had to fight this kind of disease. Following his battle with Burkitt's Lymphoma 5 years ago, dad recovered and last year ran the marathon for Barts Intensive Care, without whose superb facilities and staff, he wouldn't be here today.

Inspired by my dad's courage, determination and bravery, I wanted to do something to raise money for Barts as a small 'thank you' for the treatment and care he is currently receiving. I am no marathon runner, but with the help of 22 truly amazing friends who have all volunteered to run and raise money for this fantastic cause, we will be running almost 150 miles between us for Barts! Check out our team page to see our group total!

Barts Cancer Centre is at the forefront of pioneering new treatments for blood cancers and their specialists are internationally recognised for the treatment and care of patients with all types of blood cancer. Their team has been instrumental in the design and execution of new and exciting treatment approaches, many of which are now used routinely.

Please donate and help us smash our team target! 

Louise 

 

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