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I’m taking on the challenge of Stride4Stroke and raising funds for Stroke Foundation!
Hi there,
I’m taking on Stride4Stroke this September and raising funds for Stroke Foundation to help create a future with fewer strokes.
Almost 47,000 Australians will have a stroke this year — that’s one every 11 minutes.
This year, every $11 raised represents one stroke expected in Australia. I’m aiming to make as much impact as I can — and I’d love your support.
Your donation will help fund vital programs and services that:
- Prevent stroke through education and awareness
- Support people and families when stroke happens
- Help survivors of stroke recover and rebuild their lives
Every dollar truly makes a difference.
Thank you so much for supporting me — together, we can help change the story of stroke.
My Updates
A life changing week.
This past week has been life changing for me. On Tuesday I was admitted to hospital and had 2 stents and 12 coils inserted in my brain aneurysm. The procedure went well and I'm now home and recuperating. Whilst in Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital I spent one night in the neurosurgery/stroke ward. One of the most surprising things I noticed was the number of patients in their 30's and 40's. These patients, in the prime of their lives have had their world turned upside down but not only them but their spouses, children, siblings and parents; stroke affects everyone.
My reasons why
This is my third year of taking part in the fantastic Stride4Stroke fundraiser and this year I have a very important additional reason for my participation. As I have previously mentioned, my father passed away from stroke many years ago and I have a very close relative who has now suffered 4 strokes, the most recent being earlier this year. Each stroke has affected them more than the last and it is harrowing to witness these effects. Another additional reason came to light in February this year when I was sent for a CT scan. That scan discovered a 1cm aneurysm in my brain. I was due to have this treated on 11 August however due to circumstances that has been postponed until 25th August. I remain super keen to take part in Stride4Stroke again this year and have started doing small walks while waiting for my procedure.
So far I have helped Stroke Foundation deliver…
Initial advice and support from a health professional on StrokeLine
A stroke recovery pack to three survivors of stroke
Training to a StrokeSafe volunteer to deliver community talks.
Funding to stroke researchers to find the next game-changer in stroke.
