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Family Run

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Pulmonary

Fibrosis

Hello

My name is Abbie Clarke. I wanted to share with you why I wanted to make this race.

10 years ago my grandpa Chris passed away from a disease called Pulmonary Fibrosis. In the past 10 years, we have lost several family members. Three years ago my Auntie Cathy became sick, and died. Shortly after my Auntie Shelley got sick, we were all very scared. But she got a lung transplant in March. My family seemed very scared, and sad and I didn't quite understand what was going on. My mom explained everything but I still didn’t understand. I asked lots of questions and that helped me learn more. I found a lot of people do not know about Pulmonary Fibrosis.

I wanted to do something that I thought would help my family. I love to run, so I thought making a race for Pulmonary Fibrosis and raising money would help my family. My goal is to raise money and more importantly awareness about this disease.

Thank you,

Abbie

DONATE

Sunday June 3, 2018

9:00am - 1:00PM

Genesis Place - Ed Eggerer Athletic Park

800 East Lake Blvd

Airdrie, AB

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About

Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease that occurs when lung tissue becomes damaged and scarred. This thickened, stiff tissue makes it more difficult for your lungs to work properly. As pulmonary fibrosis worsens, you become progressively more short of breath.

The scarring associated with pulmonary fibrosis can be caused by a multitude of factors. But in most cases, doctors can't pinpoint what's causing the problem. When a cause can't be found, the condition is termed idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

The lung damage caused by pulmonary fibrosis can't be repaired, but medications and therapies can sometimes help ease symptoms and improve quality of life. In most cases a lung transplant is the only option available.

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We are thrilled very grateful to be apart of the Airdrie Mayor's Run/Walk 2018 sponsored by Propak Systems once again this year. Come join us on Sunday June 3, 2018 to support the Clarke Family Run and Walk for Pulmonary Fibrosis. Our goal is to raise awareness, support and funds for the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation. We are hosting: