Sade's New York City Marathon page

Sade Atille is raising money for Diabetes UK
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New York City Marathon · 2 November 2014

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Story

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

On the 2nd November 2014 I am committing to completing the NYC marathon. Whilst embarking upon the biggest fitness challenge of my life I would like to raise a small amount for diabetes uk. I have chosen this as my charity for a reason very close to my heart.

In January of this year my sister Chantelle Atille was diagnosed with diabetes type 1

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition that causes the pancreas to stop producing insulin - the hormone that regulates blood glucose levels. The immune system normally makes antibodies to attack germs called bacteria and viruses, and also other germs. In autoimmune diseases the immune system makes antibodies against part or parts of the body. If you have type 1 diabetes you make antibodies that attach to the beta cells in the pancreas. These are thought to destroy the cells that make insulin.

Some of you may know my sister personally & will know she is fun loving, caring & strong willed. Chantelle is currently doing everything within her power to control her condition. From her healthy diet to overall lifestyle habits my sister continues to make positive changes to enhance the benefits of the medication & stabilise her health.

Your donations will help towards the ongoing research to providing these medications & with your help I am positive that the forever committed charity diabetes uk will one day find a cure. 
Although I know my story is not uncommon, I want to make every step I take during my own challenge reflect a positive light on her well being. This thought alone fills me with strength knowing that I could make a difference to her life.

I would like to thank you for all your support as I stride through the amazing streets of NYC

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