I didn't have diabetes as a child, I was 49 when I developed it,  but sadly it is becoming more common - especially in young children and adults. JDRF are actively working to find new treatments, methods of prevention and hopefully, one day, a cure. There have been some tremendous advances made in recent years, with the prospect of even greater things to come, so your support is invaluable - thank you.

 

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Now, I’m not Paula Radcliffe, she’ll be finished before I start!

And I may have diabetes, a broken leg and a dodgy heart,

But I thought this year that, maybe if I take account of that

Then perhaps I’ll finish before it’s dark in under two hours flat!

I hope you’ll all support me – I know I’ve asked before,

But JDRF may find a cure if you’d just give some more.

It doesn’t have to be a lot, they make each penny count,

And maybe if you all chip in we’ll raise a huge amount!

 

Many thanks,

 

Alan

 

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