18/07/2025
Hello everyone, Teresa, a much valued member of our team is going to be taking part in the London Marathon next year and we are very proud to sponsor her. We were wondering if you too could help her reach her target raising funds for a charity very special to her and that has helped her be able to achieve running in the first place. Here is her story.
I am proud to be running the London Marathon 2026 in memory of my dad and brother, and raising funds for this amazing charity and the work they do. Asthma & Lung UK
I have a genetic lung condition called Alpha-1 Anti Trypsin deficiency. This means that I do not produce enough of the necessary protein to protect my lungs from anything harmful in the atmosphere, which leads to irreparable damage. This means that breathing is something I have to think about.
My dad died from this condition aged 54 when I was 11 years old, and although I do not have the condition to the severity that he did, my lungs are damaged and at the age of 50 I was told that I had the lungs of a 68 years old. My brother died of lung cancer when he was 58.
Support on the NHS in my experience is patchy and preventative care is not an option, with lung capacity and lung health tests now withdrawn and the annual check up is now a 4 question text message.
Support for me has come from Asthma & Lung UK who work very hard to raise awareness and lobby the government for better support and treatment on the NHS for people with lung conditions.
If you can, please sponsor me by donating, whatever you are able. Please also feel free to share the link with anyone you think may want to support me and this charity. I really appreciate your support.
I’m running the London Marathon for Asthma + Lung UK. A £22 go towards our Health Care Advisors and Respiratory Specialists supporting someone with the information they need to live well.
