With motor neurone disease (MND), every day matters.
It affects 5,000 people in the UK at any one time. And it moves fast.
That’s why the MND Association is proud to partner with RUCK as one team — raising awareness of MND and vital funds to support more people living with the disease, while funding innovative new research.
EVERY day in the UK, six people are diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) — a devastating neurological condition.
It attacks the nerves that carry messages to the muscles, leaving people unable to speak, eat or breathe. It strips away independence. More than half of those diagnosed with MND today will die within two years.
There are no effective treatments. There is no cure.
The MND Association is there for everyone affected by MND. A diagnosis brings home just how precious every day is — so the Association does all it can to make every day count.
It provides understanding and guidance. It delivers practical and financial support. It raises awareness and campaigns for better care. As the UK’s leading charitable funder of MND research, the Association is striving for breakthroughs — developing new treatments and, ultimately, a cure.
Former rugby player Tom Davies was diagnosed with MND at just 29.
He said:
“I played rugby in Sutton Coldfield, then for Sheffield Medics while I was at university, and Hallamshire RUFC. Since being diagnosed with MND, all three clubs have been incredibly kind and have done everything they can to support me and my partner, Alex. There is a real siblinghood in rugby — everyone has been amazing.”
Tom’s partner, Alex, said:
“The MND Association has helped us enormously, particularly with the emotional side of MND. I’ve contacted the helpline, MND Connect, many times and it’s like speaking with a friend who truly understands MND. The volunteers we’ve been in contact with have been the same. The Association has supported us so much — and every donation really helps.”
For more information, visit https://www.mndassociation.org
