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Are you looking for a new challenge to start 2025?

Make this year truly unforgettable by combining a personal challenge with raising funds for life-changing medical research. Whether you’re an experienced runner or want to try something new, we have charity places available at hundreds of events across the country.

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New round of mental health ‘launchpad’ grants to tackle UK’s growing crisis

We’re thrilled to announce new funding for eight brilliant scientists, who are all addressing critical mental health challenges - from ADHD and youth mental health to psychosis.

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Medical research gives hope to people who desperately need better solutions for their health challenges. Read our latest real-life stories, told by people with experience of overlooked and underfunded health conditions.

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We support vital research in underfunded areas, giving hope to people with overlooked health conditions.

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Robert's story

Four years on from the tragic death of his wife, Andrea - Robert Colvile talks about his remarkable charity appeal, which has raised over £130,000 for ground-breaking new research into autoimmune hepatitis.

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