Hi and thanks for visiting my fundraising page. On Sunday April 13th I completed the 2008 Flora London Marathon for the first time, finishing in 4 hours and 19 minutes. I ran on behalf of Kidney Research UK and would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has sponsored me so far and to offer anyone who would still like to sponsor me to do so as it would be great to hit my fundraising target. 

Kidney failure is where the kidneys are less able to remove toxic wastes and remove excess water. The condition tends to get worse over a period of years. Chronic kidney failure usually leads to End-Stage Renal Failure (ESRF). ESRF can be treated by dialysis or by a kidney transplant. Whilst effective, these treatments are not a cure.

There is a serious shortfall in the provision of treatment for kidney failure in the UK. Without dialysis or a transplant, people can die within a few weeks of developing End-Stage Renal Failure. Successful treatment (by dialysis or transplant) can prolong life for many years. Average survival chances for people on dialysis (or after a transplant) are affected by age, sex, the underlying cause of kidney failure and various medical factors.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Kidney Research UK will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now! Many thanks for your support.

Lyle.