Welcome to My Personal Page
Hello All,
Thank you for taking the time to visit my page:
I will give you a brief look into my story. In 1988 at 20 yrs. old I was diagnosed with severe Ulcerative Colitis. For the next 3 years I felt like I was in the fight of my life. I spent more time in the hospital than out. Getting endless scans, scopes, iv, and meds; yet nothing worked. I just got progressively worse. In 1992 I ultimately needed life saving/changing surgery, resulting in a permanent Ileostomy. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would be participating in my 12th event with the foundation, BUT here we are.
Although I advocate for millions during these events, THIS one is dedicated to a certain young man and his family who mean the world to me and my family. Research is the key to making strides and discoveries. In order for this to happen, funding is crucial! Every dollar counts. So I ask, IF you can, please make a donation and be part of the solution in finding a cure for Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis.
Thank You In Advance
-DawnMarie Becker
About Crohn’s diseas
Known collectively as inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis affect millions of Americans. They are painful, medically incurable diseases that attack the digestive system. Crohn's disease may attack anywhere along the digestive tract, while ulcerative colitis inflames only the large intestine (colon). Symptoms may include abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, rectal bleeding, fever, and weight loss. Many patients require numerous hospitalizations and surgery. Most people develop the diseases between the ages of 15 and 35; however the incidence is increasing in children.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation is the largest non-profit, voluntary, health organization dedicated to finding cures for inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). The Foundation’s mission is to cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults who are affected by these diseases. The Foundation works to fulfill its mission by funding research; providing educational resources for patients and their families, medical professionals, and the public; and furnishing supportive services for those afflicted with IBD.
Achievements
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Recognition of the participant making their own gift to support their efforts
Personal Progress:
of Goal
$1,739
Raised
$2,000.00
Fundraising Honor Roll
Anonymous
$1,250
For Matt
$150
The Kreh's
$105
John and Denise Astrologo
$105
Matt
$52
Anonymous
$26
D.D.
$25
For Matt
$25
