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| Page Creator: Cheryl de Lange |
| Event: Taylors Nelson Women's Triathlon |
| Event Date: 5/4/2009 |
Hi,
We all know someone, if not ourselves, who have been deeply affected by this disease.
My dad died of a heart attack at age 37, I was seven at the time, so never really got to know him. Our lives were dramatically changed after his death, and resulted in our move from Zambia to South Africa.
After about 2 years in South Africa we again moved, this time to Zimbabwe, where my mom met and married my step-dad. My Uncle Willie's life was also cut short, when he too died of heart failure at the age of 62.
I'm sure both my dad and step dad would probably be alive today if what is known now was available them.
But the good news is that many risk factors for heart disease are preventable, if people make healthy lifestyle choices.
So, help me as I join the race to beat heart disease.
I've signed up as a Heart Racer to raise money to support The National Heart Foundation of New Zealand. By donating through my webpage you will be helping the Heart Foundation continue its vital work in research, cardiac rehabilitation, education programmes and resources.
I'll do all the hard work (train for and complete the event), but I really need you to make a difference to the hearts of New Zealanders.
So, please could you sponsor me?
Select the "Make a donation" button below. It’s simple, fast and totally secure and the money goes directly to the Heart Foundation’s bank account.
If you live in New Zealand your donation is tax deductible and a receipt will be issued.
So please help me today! And pass it on to your family and friends!
Many thanks for your support
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