Adam Commons, Head of Service for DOME, Neurology and Stroke, is giving something back to the Great Western Hospital today taking on a Colonel Tom Moore inspired ‘100-target’ challenge of his own.
Adam will be running 100 laps of the hospital, over 40 miles, to raise funds for the Brighter Futures virtual Superhero run COVID-19 Appeal.
Colleagues from the Great Western Hospitals Trust will be running alongside him completing 5 laps each.
All runners will be adhering to social distancing guidelines, and the route will be marshalled. The run will started at 8 am this morning and will finish just before the NHS weekly clap at 8 pm.
Adam tells us why he is taking on this challenge “I decided to take on this challenge primarily in response to the outstanding efforts of Captain Tom Moore, with his amazing fundraising to support the NHS during this time.
“It was really humbling to see a 99-year-old ex-soldier get up and do something positive during these uncertain times. Although I don’t think I’ll match his fundraising total, any money raised is so important to support GWH staff.
“As an ex-soldier myself, I thought it would be rather fitting to repay the compliment, not just to Captain Tom, but also to the members of the public who turn out every Thursday evening at 8pm to clap the efforts of the NHS and key workers. Even more so as it is the 75th anniversary of VE day on Friday 8 May.
“By doing this challenge, it is my way of saying thank you on behalf of all of us at GWH, and across the wider NHS, to Captain Tom and the public who continue to recognise our efforts and support us by way of applause. I just wanted to find a way to let the public know that we are grateful for their support and to thank them!”
If you want to donate to Adam’s fundraising target of £2,000 you can do here.
