A huge thank you to Lynne and Laura Elsworth, who have raised £500 for George Eliot Hospital Charity to support future diabetes patients at George Eliot Hospital.
Lynne was inspired to give something back after experiencing the impact of diabetes on her own family. Her late father was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in his early 40s, while her daughter Laura was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in March 2019 and attends regular appointments at George Eliot Hospital.
Determined to make a difference, Lynne set herself the challenge of completing 500,000 steps between 1 July and the end of September 2026. Not only did she smash her target, but she finished a whole week early! Some days, Lynne clocked up an incredible 16,808 steps.
Lynne said she really enjoyed the challenge, and both she and Laura are delighted to be helping other diabetes patients at George Eliot Hospital.
They would also like to give a special mention to Professor Vinod Patel, now retired, Angela Cross, Diabetes Specialist Dietician, Selvin Selvamoni, Diabetes Lead Nurse and Jo Wilson, Diabetes Specialist Nurse, for the care and support they have received.
With her latest challenge complete, Lynne is already looking forward to her next one!
Thank you, Lynne and Laura, for your wonderful support and for helping us care for our local community.