In 2021 my wife Rebecca was diagnosed with a benign brain tumour on her pituitary gland, resulting in 2 years of aggressive steroid treatment. Throughout this Becca has continued to live life as normal as possible, whilst battling severe side effects Becca continued showing immense strength and tenacity. After these 2 years and following CT and MRI scans, we were given the news that it had been successfully shrunk. However, Rebecca has been left with a damaged pituitary gland causing secondary adrenal insufficiency (Addison’s Disease). We have spent the last 12 months learning how to navigate this disease and the Addison’s Disease self-help group charity has been a lifeline for us.

What is Adrenal Insufficiency:

Alright, imagine your body as a team of workers, and the adrenal glands are the office superheroes.

Addison’s disease and Adrenal insufficiency is like having your office superheroes call in sick on the same day. It's when your adrenal team isn't pulling its weight, causing issues like constant fatigue, low energy, and dealing with stress as if your office coffee machine is perpetually broken.

Living with these conditions is a bit like being the makeshift manager, figuring out how to keep the office running smoothly with hormone therapy. It's a daily hustle, but we're navigating it!

So, here's the deal: I'm hitting the pavement to raise funds for this awesome charity that's been a lifeline for us. Your support means the world, helping improve lives and spread awareness about Addison's. Let's make each step count! 🏃‍♂️💜

Every penny raised helps us support people affected by Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency.

Addison's disease affects approximately 1 in 10,000 people, meaning an estimated 300 - 350 new cases are diagnosed each year across the UK. This makes it roughly 300 times rarer than diabetes, another endocrine condition that sometimes occurs alongside Addison's. Diagnosis is most common between the ages of 30 - 50 but can occur at any age.

Fundraising supports their work to support the Addison's community and their healthcare providers to promote better medical understanding of this rare condition, campaign for and support everyone affected by adrenal failure, and funds vital research.

Thank you for your support - we really appreciate it!