Team Jeth do their first ever marathon
Participants: Bethan Shiers
Participants: Bethan Shiers
ABP Newport Wales Marathon 2018 · 29 April 2018 ·
Team Jeth (James and Beth) are running their first ever marathon in Newport on 29/04/18.
Over two years ago James donated bone marrow to an unknown recipient. Last year we both (along with James' family) had the opportunity to meet Jack, the recipient. Jack has a rare disease known as Hurler syndrome. This means Jack is unable to break down a type of sugar known as mucopolysaccharides causing a buildup in his body. You can read more about getting to meet Jack here:
https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/health/toddler-who-needed-bone-marrow-12832602
The MPS Society provides support for families affected by mucopolysaccharidosis and funds research.
It's been a tough few months training for the both of us but that's nothing compared to what families such as Jack's are going through at times. So we would appreciate your support in helping us to raise some money for this fantastic charity.
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