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Sunday, 27th July 2003
Editor of Radio-Now prepares for charity Coastal Path Walk

Steven Hooper is preparing to walk 58 miles of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in an effort to raise money and awareness for the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. Will he survive the British weather in his resolve to complete the challenge? And - more importantly - can you help with a few pounds in sponsorship?

The scenery of the Pembrokeshire coastline is the backdrop for the challenge, which takes place between Friday 15th and Monday 18th August 2003.


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                           		 Starting off at Poppit Sands and with the finish line at the popular Whitesands Bay, Steven hopes the recent poor weather will have passed by the time the Walk begins.

Speaking from under a lightweight waterproof packy-mac, the Editor of Radio-Now said as he prepares for the worst:
"I'm very much prepared for the onslaught of wind and rain during the four days. If the weather does provide its worst, it's an added obstacle to overcome.

"In all seriousness, though, it's an ideal opportunity for me to raise awareness of Cystic Fibrosis and to highlight the work of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust - the only national charity that provides financial and practical support to children and adults living with the disease.

"CF is an inherited disease - people often don't know this, but it's the most common life-threatening inherited disease in the UK. More than 7500 babies, children and young adults suffer from CF."

The body's vital organs become clogged up with mucus, which causes serious infections and digestive problems. The problems with digestion can be controlled by enzymes taken with meals, and physiotherapy helps stave off lung infections caused by mucus build-up.

The Editor goes on to say:
"A faulty gene is to blame for the condition. The Cystic Fibrosis Trust has set a target of GBP15million over 5 years to help fund a consortium of scientists who will work together to come up with gene therapy to tackle the disease.

"It may not sound that important, until you consider that 3 young people die from this disease every week."

Steven is inviting sponsorship for the challenge and it's made all the more easier online, with donations being sent directly to the Cystic Fibrosis Trust.

"A pound or two can make a lot of difference - thanks for your considerations. I'll let you know how I get on!"

Sponsor the Editor online for the Walk, in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Trust
More information about the Cystic Fibrosis Trust

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