Life changing HSCT treatment for MS
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Hi everyone, my name is Nicola, and I’m reaching out to share my journey and seek your support. In 2017, I received a life-changing diagnosis of relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). Through 30 years of working for the NHS, I’ve dedicated my life to caring for others. Little did I know that MS would eventually impact my own life in unimaginable ways.
Despite trying various disease modifying drugs, my condition continued to worsen, leading me to participate in the STAR-MS trial. The trial involved comparing a high-efficacy drug Alemtuzumbab, against aHSCT. This was a randomised trial, unfortunately I received the DMD, which I underwent in January this year. Unfortunately, in April, I experienced another major relapse that left me with limited mobility on my left side. It has become clear that Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (AHSCT) is my best hope for recovery.
However, AHSCT comes with a significant financial burden. The treatment, not including the travel to Mexico, amounts to £46,000. As many others facing similar challenges, I am unable to cover this cost on my own.
That’s why I’m humbly reaching out to you, my friends, family, and kind-hearted individuals, for your support.
I understand the value of every contribution,whether it’s a donation, advice, support, or assistance with fundraising efforts. Even the smallest gesture can make a tremendous difference. If each person donated just £1, we could reach our goal together. I’m actively working on fundraising, but I can’t do this alone. I need your help to make this treatment possible.
Please, I kindly ask you to share my story far and wide. The more people who hear about my fundraising efforts, the closer we’ll get to making this life-changing treatment a reality. Together, we can bring hope back into my life and enable me to regain my independence.
I’m incredibly grateful for any support you can provide, and I want to express my heartfelt thanks in advance. I will provide regular updates on my journey, keeping you informed every step of the way. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to me, and I am forever grateful.
Please join me in this fight against MS, as we rally together to overcome the obstacles it presents. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a lasting impact on my life. Thank you for being a part of my journey towards recovery.
Please note that the date mentioned, March 4th, 2024, might be adjusted based on me achieving my funding by January 4th 2024
Despite trying various disease modifying drugs, my condition continued to worsen, leading me to participate in the STAR-MS trial. The trial involved comparing a high-efficacy drug Alemtuzumbab, against aHSCT. This was a randomised trial, unfortunately I received the DMD, which I underwent in January this year. Unfortunately, in April, I experienced another major relapse that left me with limited mobility on my left side. It has become clear that Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (AHSCT) is my best hope for recovery.
However, AHSCT comes with a significant financial burden. The treatment, not including the travel to Mexico, amounts to £46,000. As many others facing similar challenges, I am unable to cover this cost on my own.
That’s why I’m humbly reaching out to you, my friends, family, and kind-hearted individuals, for your support.
I understand the value of every contribution,whether it’s a donation, advice, support, or assistance with fundraising efforts. Even the smallest gesture can make a tremendous difference. If each person donated just £1, we could reach our goal together. I’m actively working on fundraising, but I can’t do this alone. I need your help to make this treatment possible.
Please, I kindly ask you to share my story far and wide. The more people who hear about my fundraising efforts, the closer we’ll get to making this life-changing treatment a reality. Together, we can bring hope back into my life and enable me to regain my independence.
I’m incredibly grateful for any support you can provide, and I want to express my heartfelt thanks in advance. I will provide regular updates on my journey, keeping you informed every step of the way. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to me, and I am forever grateful.
Please join me in this fight against MS, as we rally together to overcome the obstacles it presents. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a lasting impact on my life. Thank you for being a part of my journey towards recovery.
Please note that the date mentioned, March 4th, 2024, might be adjusted based on me achieving my funding by January 4th 2024
Fundraising team (4)
Nicola Shergold
Organizer
England
Elena Lacovara
Team member
Gary Farrelly
Team member
Linda Duncan
Team member