Eve and Kate are running the Edinburgh Marathon 2024 in support of The ITP Association

Eve Probart is raising money for ITP Support Association
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Edinburgh Marathon 2024 · 26 May 2024 ·

The ITP Support Association is the sole UK registered charity supporting and representing the interests of patients, and the families of patients, with Immune Thrombocytopenia (formerly known as Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura), and funding research into the causes and best management of ITP. The ITP Support Association was formed in 1995 to provide information and a support network for adults, and parents of children, with ITP. Immune Thrombocytopenia is a frightening rare bleeding disorder in which the body’s immune system destroys platelets in the blood. Unlike autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and MS it is not progressive as the risk of bleeding exists from the day the disease develops. It can arise in anyone at any age, and affects three to four thousand adults and children in the UK. Its symptoms vary from one sufferer to another but include nose bleeds, mouth blisters, heavy periods, large multi colour bruises, petechiae, fatigue and, on rare occasions, internal bleeding. Treatments, which all have their dangers and drawbacks, are not always effective in raising the platelet count, and only rarely cure the disease.

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Thank you for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page. This year we have decided to take on the Edinburgh Marathon 2024 to support the ITP Support Association, a cause that is very close to our hearts.

ITP, or Immune Thrombocytopenia, is a rare blood disorder that affects thousands of people around the world. It can be a challenging condition to live with, causing low platelet counts and an increased risk of bleeding. But with the help of organisations like the ITP Support Association, those affected by ITP can find the support and resources they need to navigate their journey.

By running this marathon, we hope to raise awareness about ITP and raise funds for the association's vital work. The funds raised will go towards providing educational materials, organising support groups, and funding research initiatives that aim to improve treatments and find a cure for this condition.

We are reaching out to you today with an ask - please consider supporting us by making a donation towards our fundraising goal. Your contribution will make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by ITP. Together, we can bring hope and support to those who need it most.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals living with ITP. Together, we can make a difference!

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