Update (13th July) - Thank you all so much for donating money to Rett Syndrome. We finished the run in 1 hour and 7 mins (without stopping once!!). We are so grateful for all your support and the money we have raised will help to significantly improve the lives of those suffering with the syndrome as well as their carers. We will be collecting money for another week or so so please continue to donate.
Thanks again
Caroline and Elizabeth x
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Caroline and Elizabeth Stone are taking part in the British 10K London Run on July 12th in aid of RETT Syndrome Association UK. This is a massive challenge for us as we have never run this far before!! Any donations are much appreciated.
"Rett syndrome is a complex neurological disorder. It affects mainly girls. Although present at birth, it is usually undetected until the child is approaching one year of age, when major regression occurs.
Genetic but not hereditary, it could happen in any family at any time. Something goes wrong with the genetic makeup of the cells which become the baby. One in 10,000 girls is affected.
Whilst there is variability in the severity of the disorder, most people with Rett syndrome have a profound and multiple learning disability and are highly dependent on others for all their needs throughout life. Increasingly, people with Rett syndrome live well into their 50s and beyond."
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PS - Any support on the day is also much appreciated
