Mum takes on half marathon to give back to NHS
Pictured above: Kate and her daughter.
Kate, a mother of one who works in operational workforce at Withybush Hospital, is heading to Tenby on 28th June to take on the Wales Half Marathon at Long Course Weekend Wales to raise funds for Cilgerran Ward at Glangwili Hospital.
Having been in good health for much of her life, Kate has been fortunate to not need many Hywel Dda University Health Board services until recent years.
Kate said: “The journey to becoming a parent wasn't straightforward, and I experienced several difficult and emotional setbacks along the way. Throughout this time, I was supported with great care, kindness and compassion by various services across the health board, for which I will always be grateful.
“In December 2023, under the care of Glangwili consultants, I gave birth to a healthy baby girl. I'm incredibly grateful and fortunate that I have a fantastic, healthy and happy two-year-old daughter.
“To celebrate, I have signed up to take part in the Long Course Wales Half Marathon! I would love to raise money to give back to the health board that was there when I needed it.
“I can think of nothing better than reaching the finish line in good health, with my daughter waiting for me, knowing I have raised funds and given back to say thank you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has donated.”
Tara Nickerson, Fundraising Manager, said: “What a heartfelt story. A huge thanks to Kate for taking on the Wales Half Marathon to support a service so close to her heart. We look forward to cheering her on!
“The generous charitable donations we receive don’t replace NHS funding. Instead, they are used to provide items and activities above and beyond core NHS expenditure, such as more welcoming surroundings for patients, families and staff, and research into, and the development of, treatments.”
You can donate to Kate’s fundraiser here: https://hyweldda.enthuse.com/pf/kate-davies