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Michelle Birks runs the Edinburgh marathon
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- Published on Sunday, 20 March 2016 12:30
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Michelle told us: ‘’This is my first ever marathon and I'm very proud to say that I am running to raise money for Fibromyalgia Action UK.
I know two people very dear to me who are affected by this disease, so I am very happy to be helping them by raising both money and awareness. A lot of people don't know much about Fibromyalgia - and it wasn't until a few years ago that I found out about it too! My mother in law suffers daily with it and it prevents her from living her life in a normal way like many of us. Simple tasks are made difficult and extremely painful. She does a great deal of things for us, especially given her condition and I feel that running a marathon for her is only the beginning of our gratitude, but it's the least I can do! She's an unsung hero.
One of my closest and oldest friends has also been diagnosed with this dreadful disease not too long ago. I can imagine that at the age of only 26, being unable to work for a living, unaware of the full extents of your illness & how your future will pan out is simply terrifying. She's one of the stronger people I know who gets on with it with a big smile on her face and takes each day in her stride.
Please consider those who are less fortunate than yourselves, who have their lives controlled by these invisible diseases and donate to this very worthy cause. Every pound counts towards research and awareness and is one step towards helping people live with Fibro. It of course also helps motivate me for my biggest challenge yet, to complete a marathon. Only 1% of people complete a marathon in their lifetime and I'll be very happy to cross the line and become one of those people!
To donate text BIRK89 plus your pledge amount to 70070
Visit Michelle’s JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/Michelle-Birks1204
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Our professionally printed Information pack on fibromyalgia can be found here to view. You will also receive a free copy on request. We also have a booklet for young people with fibromyalgia that you can obtain on request and will be on the website soon.
FMA UK has recently changed some of its telephone numbers for helplines and groups. Please check here for more information on the New Contact Numbers if required.
FMA UK offers a range of support and information including:
- National Helpline 0300 999 3333 (10am - 4pm Mon - Fri)
- Benefits Helpline 0300 999 0055 (10am - 12pm Mon, Wed and Fri)
- Complimentary information booklets for doctors and other professionals (fully referenced)
- Books and videos
- Website Contacts with legal specialists
- Conferences
- Local support group and helpline contacts
The charity is run by volunteers, most of whom have fibromyalgia.
If your Health Care Professional needs some education in fibromyalgia you can request that an FMA UK Health Professionals Pack is sent out to them. All we need is the name of the Health CareProfessional and the address of their practice. We will then send a pack to their surgery addressed from us to them.
You can request a medical pack using this form.
You can find a Support Group near you by contacting the Regional Coordinator for your area. If there does not happen to be a support group near you then maybe you can join with some other members and set one up. Support groups provide a social benefit as well as the opportunity to share tips on coping with fibro. They come in all shapes and sizes and we are often told how they have helped people.
