As I approach my 50th birthday this year I thought it would be a 'good' idea to have one last go at doing the London marathon, something I've always wanted to do.  Those of you who know me well will know running is not really my thing but ........ amazingly I got a place in the ballot so off I go.  I've decided to run for the GAIN charity as a close friend and colleague of mine, Lee, has been affected by this condition.  Guillain-Barré syndrome is a rare autoimmune condition affecting the peripheral nervous system, usually leading to temporary or long-term paralysis. Around 80% of those with GBS will make a good recovery, but between 5-10% of people will not survive and the other 10-15% may be left with severe mobility or dexterity issues. GAIN helps people understand and manage both acute and chronic variants of the syndrome, raises awareness, and promotes clinical and non-clinical research into these conditions. For more info visit www.gaincharity.org.uk