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Did you know that the symptoms of NF2 are often invisible to the naked eye? Many individuals with NF2 face internal battles that go unnoticed, making awareness and support crucial. NF2 can cause tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body, leading to hearing loss, balance problems, and other challenges. Yet, these symptoms are not always visible from the outside, making NF2 a silent struggle for many. Let's change that. By raising awareness and supporting research, we can ensure that those affected by NF2 receive the care and support they deserve. Join us in making a difference this Rare Disease Day. Your donation can help fund vital research and bring hope to individuals battling NF2. Donate now and make a difference: https://buff.ly/4c35L9w https://buff.ly/3SWE6OD Together, we can make NF2 visible and pave the way for a brighter future. 💙 #RareDiseaseDay #NF2Awareness #NeverForget2livewithhope

Will you help give hope to broken hearts?    Heart disease is Australia's biggest killer, and it doesn't discriminate. It affects men, women and children. Your kindness can be a lifeline for heart patients, whether family or strangers, safeguarding their futures and dreams.    But progress relies on research, and that's dependent on compassionate people like you. Your contribution is not just a donation; it's a crucial part of the research process.    Please don't leave it too late to make your tax-deductible donation.   Give generously by 30 June to fund promising research that could change the life of someone you love 👉https://lnkd.in/gSJHAuaJ

Today is Global MND Awareness Day, a day where we acknowledge the impact Motor Neurone Disease has had on people around the world, raise awareness and remember those who have died of the disease. What is MND? "With MND, messages from the motor neurones gradually stop reaching the muscles. This leads the muscles to weaken, stiffen and waste, which can affect how you walk, talk, eat, drink and breathe. Some people also get changes to their thinking and behaviour, but the disease affects everyone differently. Not all symptoms will affect everyone, or in the same order. Symptoms also progress at varying speeds, which makes the course of the disease difficult to predict. MND is life-shortening and there is no cure. Although the disease will progress, symptoms can be managed to help achieve the best possible quality of life." (Source: https://lnkd.in/e88z8MuZ) Our charity partner, Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Bestway Healthcare has engaged in a number of fundraising activities to generate charitable donations to the MND Association, and we also use Pennies to enable customers to make microdonations at our tills. Currently, katie jacob (Chief Financial Officer) is training for her epic Outer Hebrides challenge. Let’s get behind Katie as she puts herself through the paces to raise as much money as possible for this invaluable cause. Donate to Katie's fundraising page here: https://lnkd.in/eXqNhR7w #Motorneuronedisease #motorneurone #charity #fundraising #pharmacy #healthcare #charitypartner #globalmndawarenessday

It brings me great joy to launch our 'A Little Pitta Love' campaign in support of Coeliac Awareness Month. 💜 Sadly there are a lot of misconceptions still about coeliac disease, hence why Coeliac Awareness Month is hugely important for raising awareness and educating people that coeliac disease is a serious autoimmune condition and not an allergy. When someone with coeliac disease eats gluten, their body attacks its own tissues and causes gut damage. 1 in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease, yet alarmingly only 36% of people have a medical diagnosis. Our campaign aims to raise awareness and support the work that Coeliac UK is doing to reach the estimated 500,000 people in the UK who might be living with debilitating symptoms and seeking answers. Our goal is to raise £26,000 for Coeliac UK by donating 20p from every limited edition purple pack of stone baked pittas sold across major UK retailers in the month of May. #spreadalittlepittalove #coeliacawarenessmonth

Today is Global MND Awareness Day, a day where we acknowledge the impact Motor Neurone Disease has had on people around the world, raise awareness and remember those who have died of the disease. What is MND? "With MND, messages from the motor neurones gradually stop reaching the muscles. This leads the muscles to weaken, stiffen and waste, which can affect how you walk, talk, eat, drink and breathe. Some people also get changes to their thinking and behaviour, but the disease affects everyone differently. Not all symptoms will affect everyone, or in the same order. Symptoms also progress at varying speeds, which makes the course of the disease difficult to predict. MND is life-shortening and there is no cure. Although the disease will progress, symptoms can be managed to help achieve the best possible quality of life." (Source: https://lnkd.in/e88z8MuZ) Our charity partner, Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, focuses on improving access to care, research and campaigning for those people living with or affected by MND in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Bestway Healthcare has engaged in a number of fundraising activities to generate charitable donations to the MND Association, and we also use Pennies to enable customers to make microdonations at our tills. Currently, katie jacob (Chief Financial Officer) is training for her epic Outer Hebrides challenge. Let’s get behind Katie as she puts herself through the paces to raise as much money as possible for this invaluable cause. Donate to Katie's fundraising page here: https://lnkd.in/eXqNhR7w #Motorneuronedisease #motorneurone #charity #fundraising #pharmacy #healthcare #charitypartner #globalmndawarenessday

🌍 World Blood Donor Day 🌍 Join me today in celebrating the power of life-saving blood donations! As an O- blood type, I proudly serve as a universal donor, making a direct impact on lives in need through the simple act of giving blood. Did you know? How much blood is in a healthy human body? 🤔 It's about 10 pints (5 liters)! Every donation can help accident victims, surgery patients, and those fighting illnesses. Raise Awareness: Blood donations are always in high demand. By donating, you can save up to three lives with a single donation. Your contribution makes a huge difference! Why Donate? - Life-Saving Impact: Each pint of blood can save multiple lives. - Constant Need: Blood can't be manufactured; it can only come from donors. - Community Support: Donating blood supports your community and beyond. How You Can Help: 1. Find a Local Blood Drive: Check with local hospitals or the Red Cross. 2. Spread the Word: Encourage friends and family to donate. 3. Stay Informed: Learn about the donation process and eligibility. Let's make a difference together. Donate blood, save lives. 🩸❤️ #WorldBloodDonorDay #DonateBlood #SaveLives #UniversalDonor #ONegative #BloodDonation #GiveBlood #CommunitySupport

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈'𝐯𝐞 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! It's common for people to hesitate about donating blood due to misconceptions. Let's clear up some myths: 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝟏:"Donating blood is painful." Fact: It's just a quick pinch, and the satisfaction of saving lives makes it worth it! 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝟐: "Donating blood takes a lot of time." Fact: It's quick! Usually just 30-45 minutes, including registration and refreshments. 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝟑: "Donating blood too often is unhealthy." Fact: It's safe and can even reduce disease risks. 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝟒:"Donating blood makes you gain weight." Fact: You might lose a bit of weight temporarily, but it's not significant, and your body quickly replenishes it. 𝐌𝐲𝐭𝐡 𝟓: "Only certain blood types are needed." Fact: All blood types are vital for patients, so every donation counts! 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬: Donating blood saves lives, boosts your health, and uplifts your community. Let's continue to donate blood and save lives together! 🩸🏥 P.S.: My first LinkedIn post was also about Blood Donation. I've encouraged my friends and family to donate too. Initially hesitant, they felt good after donating and are now eager to promote blood donation as well. #donateblood #savelife #blooddonation

What can I say that is not been said? Heads up! Ostrich heads out of the sand! The human race is in serious trouble as deadly bacteria have outsmarted antibiotics because they are clever and we are so eager for a quick fix that we have taken antibiotics that are meant to kill bacteria. Unfortunately, they do not work on viruses. As many of you know, I spent three years fighting and barely surviving a deadly bacterial infection called C. Difficile. We work together as a nonprofit organization lobbing our Congress people working towards trying to find and develop new targeted antibiotic drugs, and understand the microbiome, so that no others will end up dying as the result the lack of antibiotic protection for a serious infection. We need your help. We need donations in order to continue to do the work that we have done over the past 10 years it has been remarkable. It has led in no small part to some new biologic treatments and it has brought awareness to millions of people around the world who never even knew that an infection like CDF existed until someone they knew passed from it. Please, please, considering making a donation to a nonprofit organization, where you know the money is only going to serve the human population, and protect our future. Every bacterial infection is part of this crisis!

🔷 Is your company deciding on a charity of the year for 2024? 🔷 We would be so grateful if you would consider Lyme Disease UK, as you could make a big difference to our small charity! 🌟 Lyme disease is a bacterial infection predominantly caused by the bite of an infected tick. We aim to prevent more people from being bitten and help acute cases to be treated promptly. Lyme disease can be a debilitating condition, and we also provide support to late-stage patients. 🕷 Fundraising for us allows us to run an annual awareness campaign, attend events and medical conferences, and develop important resources for patients and clinicians. ✔ Read about the benefits fundraising could bring to your company, as well as our ideas for corporate fundraising activities. ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eeCYUeQM #lymedisease #corporatefundraising #charityfundraising #charity #charityoftheyear #givingtuesday #charitysupport #patient

Day 42: Hope For a Future That Holds a Cure Alström Angels is a charity that helps raise money for #AlströmSyndrome research, teaches people about this rare disease, and supports families who are affected. Let's help them make a difference today! What is Alström Syndrome? Alström Syndrome is a very rare disease that affects every part of the body. It's passed down through families and was first described in 1959. Sadly, most children with this disease don't live past their teenage years because of serious health problems. It affects people from all walks of life. Support Alström Angels Today! Every dollar helps! Your support can fund research and give hope to families dealing with this tough disease. Together, we can make a big impact, one small step at a time. Become a Guardian Angel: Support Alström Angels 👉 https://lnkd.in/giGzCZ5Q Learn More About Alström Syndrome: What is Alström Syndrome? 👉 https://lnkd.in/gyBauaeW Make a Donation: Donate Now 👉 https://lnkd.in/gY8A5wbB Let's work together to bring hope and find a cure for Alström Syndrome! What can you do today to help? Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gkvxbMc7 P.S. Want to get involved? If this resonates, repost, to share with others ♻️ and follow Javy Martinez for more in the future. 📌 Interested in 100 Days of Impact & Inspiration? Join others who get my free newsletter: javymartinez.substack.com