Stuart Hollands

I’m running the London Marathon 2026 to fight for lung health in memory of my brother Paul

Earlier this year we unfortunately lost my brother to what an autopsy revealed was a pulmonary embolism. Paul was 50 - far too young to be leaving his family behind. He had suffered from Asthma his whole life, and believed it was a flare up of asthma that was affecting him in the days before he died.

When I started reading about pulmonary embolisms, Asthma + Lung UK was the first place that returned some really helpful information. 

It's impossible to say that more information could have lead to a different outcome for Paul, but further information and education could always lead to better outcomes for somebody. I think that is a fitting tribute to Paul. I love you bro. x

Selfishly, it's brought my own health into sharper focus, and this will provide the perfect goal for me to address that.

The official statistics show that every minute, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a lung condition. 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!