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In memory of Maria Panayi

Thea Hapeshis is raising money for ITP Support Association
In memory of Maria Panayi
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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.

Story

Our beloved Maria Panayi sadly passed away on 9 June 2026.

Maria was diagnosed with the rare autoimmune conditions Evans Syndrome and Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) in 2025. She faced these challenges with remarkable strength, courage, and resilience, inspiring everyone who knew her. She was always willing to try different medications to help the doctors at Kings Collage Hospital to try and find solutions to balance both her ITP and Evans Syndrome.

In her memory, we are raising funds to support research into ITP and related autoimmune blood disorders. Your donation will help advance understanding, improve treatments, and bring hope to those living with these conditions.

Every contribution, no matter how small, is deeply appreciated and will help make a lasting difference in Maria's memory.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support.

Kyriacos (Jack) , Elizabeth & Family xxx

Donation summary

Total
£2,987.82
+ £656.25 Gift Aid
Online
£2,987.82
Offline
£0.00

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