This year we are proud to announce that our charity we will be supporting for this year is the GAIN Charity. 
What does GAIN stand for?
Guillain-Barré Syndrome & Associated Inflammatory Neuropathies
GAIN (Guillain-Barré and Associated Inflammatory Neuropathies) is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people impacted by Guillain-Barré Syndrome and
other related inflammatory neuropathies. GAIN is a well-respected national charity reaching and supporting thousands of people impacted by GBS, CIDP, MMN and
other life-changing conditions each year
What does this mean?
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (we just say GBS, but its pronounced ghee-yan bar-ray) is a rare but potentially life changing autoimmune condition that affects the peripheral nervous system (the nerves outside of your brain and spinal cord). It causes muscle weakness and sometimes paralysis. Symptoms often start with tingling or weakness in the legs, which can then spread to the arms and upper body. In severe cases, GBS can lead to total paralysis, affecting breathing and other essential functions. Some people may need intensive care
support, including being put on a ventilator.
What are Inflammatory Neuropathies?
Inflammatory Neuropathies are a group of conditions that affect the nerves in your body, causing symptoms like pain, weakness, and numbness. These conditions happen when the immune system (your body’s defence against infection and disease) attacks your nerves by mistake, leading to inflammation and damage. There are around forty types of Inflammatory Neuropathies, including Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), and Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN). Each type has its own
set of symptoms and characteristics.
Want to know more?
Follow the link to find out about how this charity is support millions of people every year. Click Here