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On the 30 July 2017 Hywel Matthews rode an amazing 100 miles at the RideLondon-Surrey 100, and he did it in only 6 hours and five minutes!
He is hoping to raise as much money possible MDS UK Patient Support Group for MDS UK Support Group. His dad was a member of MDS Patient Support Group who sadly past away last year.
My Dad Graham Matthews was diagnosed with Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) in July 2016 and had been receiving weekly blood transfusions as part of his treatment.
This cruel syndrome stropped Grahams bone marrow from producing haemoglobin and platelets, which meant he could no longer enjoy losing golf balls around the countryside, or fishing to keep the freezer stocked up with Trout.
After 6 weeks and excellent neurological and haematological care at Royal Stoke University Hospital, Graham lost his battle on the night of Saturday 4th March, a week before his 76th Birthday.
I was lucky enough to get a place in the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100 on Sunday 30th July, and I’m dedicating this ride in his memory. I’m hoping to raise as much in donations as possible for the MDS UK Patient Support Group, who supported Dad since he was diagnosed. You might not have heard of the MDS UK Patient Support Group as they are a small charity, but their work is crucial in supporting all patients, especially in regions with no MDS specialists. They’re also striving to improve treatments, including recruit eligible patients for clinical trials.
Anything you can give, no matter how big or small, will be greatly appreciated and put to good use by the MDS UK Patient Support Group.
Hywel has already raised a fantastic £966.25 and you can still donate on his page. Help Hywel beat his £1,000 target! We are enormously grateful for any donations, big or small! THANKS A MILLION TO HYWEL AND HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR THEIR GENEROSITY!
