A Worthing man, whose son has epilepsy, is preparing to lace up his running shoes to complete this year’s Brighton Marathon. Kevin Tate will attempt the challenging 26.2 mile run on Sunday 15 April to raise vital funds for national charity Epilepsy Action. The charity provides advice and support to the 600,000 people with epilepsy in the UK.
Kevin is taking part for Epilepsy Action as his son, seven year-old Riley, has been diagnosed with epilepsy.
Kevin, 45, said: “As my son Riley has recently been diagnosed with epilepsy, I want to raise awareness of the condition and help raise money to support others affected by the condition. It will be a big challenge and I can’t wait to reach the finish line!”
Kevin hopes to raise over £250 for Epilepsy Action. The money raised by will help to support Epilepsy Action’s work all over the UK. The charity campaigns to improve epilepsy services and raise awareness of epilepsy. It also provides a national network of support groups, funds a specialist nurse scheme, holds regular regional conferences and has a freephone and email helpline.
Epilepsy affects one in every 103 people in the UK alone and 87 people are diagnosed with the condition every day. Last year Epilepsy Action directly helped 1.1 million people through its range of services.
For more information about epilepsy or taking part in fundraising events for Epilepsy Action, visit www.epilepsy.org.uk/events