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Just under two years ago our son Simeon was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. We knew hardly thing about type 1 diabetes and we were all shocked at how our active, strong son so quickly deteriorated and became gravely poorly and weak. 

Thanks to the wonderful care by the staff in Aneurin Bevan health board Simeon has learnt to manage his diabetes so well. They have advised him on how to manage his diabetes whist continuing as a very keen rugby player and referee. Through his careful management and active lifestyle he is now very well and back to his old self.

I am raising money for Diabetes UK through one of my favourite sports, Swimming. The money you give will help Diabetes UK with supporting those with diabetes through; vital research, funding their helpline, improving care across our beloved NHS and distributing public information so that everyone can understand what diabetes is and in the case of type 2 diabetes where possible learn how to prevent it.

I am going to swim 22 miles in 12 weeks at my local pool. This should be great fun for me and at times perhaps a little challenging. Please give as much as you are able and help us create a world where diabetes can do no harm.