Summary
A 74-year-old man named Mike Barnes, from Lancashire, began running at age 70 after his daughter died of bowel cancer. He is running three marathons in 14 days to raise money and awareness for Bowel Cancer UK. His daughters Emily and Harriet will join him in running a marathon in London.
Key Facts
- Mike Barnes started running at 70 after his daughter's death to cope with grief.
- His daughter, Laura, died from bowel cancer at age 36, 18 months after having twins.
- Mike plans to run three marathons in 14 days to support Bowel Cancer UK.
- Laura's symptoms included a bad back, tiredness, and blood in bowel movements.
- Bowel Cancer UK reports over 40,000 people a year are diagnosed with the disease.
- Approximately one in 20 bowel cancer patients are under 50 years old.
- Mike's daughters Emily and Harriet will run a marathon in London with him.
- Mike has raised tens of thousands of pounds for charity and plans to continue running until there is a cure for bowel cancer.
