Skin cancer survivor set for London Marathon challenge

Liam Smith, who will compete in April's London Marathon

Robin de Peyer Wednesday, February 13, 2013
4:05 PM

A skin cancer survivor is hoping to give something back to those who helped him by running the London Marathon in aid of the British Skin Foundation.

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Liam Smith, of Broomfield Street, Poplar, was diagnosed with the disease at just 19, but has gone on to make a full recovery.

Now he wants to repay the help provided by the British Skin Foundation by raising ?700 for the organisation and running the marathon.

The 28-year-old said: ?I received fantastic care and support at the time and now I am fit and healthy again I thought this could be a way of giving something back.?

?By running the London Marathon, I am able to raise money for further research into life-saving treatments for future sufferers.?

The 26.2 mile race will be held on Sunday, April 21.

Donations to Liam?s cause can be made through his Just Giving page: www.justgiving.com/liamsmith84

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Source: http://www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk/skin_cancer_survivor_set_for_london_marathon_challenge_1_1932677

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