A man from High Wycombe will fly over to Australia to take part in the 24th Transplant Games.
Richard Bennett, 47, who had two separate kidney transplants over a decade ago, is travelling to Perth to not only compete but to also raise awareness for organ donation.
He was diagnosed with Alport Syndrome, a rare genetic disease that causes hearing loss and kidney failure at birth.
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And after three transplants, he will be running in the 400m and 800m to help those who are also in a similar predicament.
His Just Giving page reads: “My kidney failure happened gradually throughout childhood, and I had my first transplant that was donated by my father when I was 21.
“A few years later, that kidney failed after a series of complications and illnesses and I ended up on dialysis.
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“My mother went through tests and was found to be an excellent match. “She donated her kidney to me in November 2004.
“I am very lucky and often remind myself how lucky I am to have had three chances to live.”
To donate, go to www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lifegoeson76.
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