[CLOSED] 200k in April for Parkinson's Assoc., Longford BR

[THIS FUNDRAISER IS CLOSED]. In the month of April, Peter and Niamh Sheahan are both going to do 200km each to raise money for the Parkinson's Association of Ireland, Longford Branch.

This is an association that is very close to our hearts, and we will be doing this in memory of our brother-in-law/uncle, Tony Murphy. 

Any contribution will be greatly appreciated, whether it's a lot or a little!

Below is some information about this association, and about the disease itself.

Parkinson’s disease (Parkinson’s) is a progressive neurological disorder, and is classified as a Movement Disorder, as it primarily affects movement. It is variable in its progression, i.e. some people progress more slowly than others, and the symptoms can be effectively controlled with medication for many years. Parkinson’s disease is caused by a loss of a chemical called dopamine. We all lose some of this chemical as we get older, however, it is only when we have lost about 80% of our dopamine we start to have symptoms. So people with Parkinson’s have lost this chemical at a faster rate than others.

For more information, please visit - https://www.parkinsons.ie/