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We are raising funds in memory of Tony Harris who was diagnosed with Myelodysplasia over five years ago, this transformed into a form of chronic leukaemia for which the only treatment was regular blood and platelet transfusions.  Most of us have a hemoglobulin count of 130+ Dad’s was regularly 86 and his platelet count was on average about 6. The transfusions were becoming more and more necessary - they were life-saving and life-giving and he travelled twice weekly to the Edward Jenner Haematology Unit to receive these (a 70-mile round trip).  Because of the need for these transfusions it was impossible for Tony to self-isolate he contracted the Corona virus, his condition meant that certain treatments were not available to him and he was unable to cope with his condition and the virus – he died on April the 5^th from Covid-19.  The Edward Jenner Clinic is supported by a charity called the Leukaemia and Intensive Chemotherapy Fund.  Our plan is to raise funds until we are able to hold a memorial service for Tony.  The Leukaemia and Intensive Chemotherapy Fund and the Edward Jenner Unit provide essential care and support for patients with cancer and leukaemia.  The global Covid-19 pandemic has not halted the progress of these diseases or stopped the necessity of essential treatment for this vulnerable group – please help us to  make a difference to peoples’ lives as the Edward Jenner Unit has made a difference to ours.  

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