Shania Matthews

London Marathon 2026

I’m running the London Marathon 2026 to fight for lung health!

Every minute, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a lung condition. I want to make a difference. I'm running the London Marathon 2026 for Asthma + Lung UK, the only UK charity that fights for everyone’s right to breathe. Every pound I'm able to raise will take us a step closer to a world where everyone has healthy lungs.

Just £22 allows one of Asthma + Lung UK's nurses to answer a call on the Helpline, offering potentially lifesaving advice. I'd be very grateful for any donations you could make!

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Wednesday 10th Dec

Since a child I have had Asthma, but I am wanting to raise more awareness for the less known lung conditions like COPD & Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. 


Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is a condition that isn’t well known but can be life-threatening and is typically genetic. Sadly my uncle passed away in his sleep, caring for my 5 year old cousin at the time. He had seen the doctor the day before as he didn’t feel well but was told to rest it off. Later we found out he was undiagnosed with COPD linked to Alpha-1. Myself and my family had not heard of either of these terms at the time. And even now speaking with friends I often find they have never even heard of COPD or know what it is, unless a family member has suffered from it. 


My grandma has also recently been diagnosed with COPD after years of smoking and really struggles with day to day breathing. 


Running for Asthma + Lung UK would be my way to raise awareness and honour my family. And help support vital research so more people can breathe freely.

Thank you to my Sponsors

£128

Bake Sale 10th December Cash Donations

£953

Bake Sale 10th December Donations

£60

Toby

Good luck

£26.25

Anonymous

Good luck!

£10.50

Sarah Knowles

£5.25

Oli Dyson

£10.50

Haris Reid

£50

Edwina Healey-lapena

You’ve got this Shan! So so proud of you and can’t wait to see you smash it on the day! Best of luck, Eds and Will

£20.50

Shania Matthews

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