'Motor neurone disease had never crossed my mind, but in that moment I was told, my life changed forever'

"When Lorraine Kelly Donnelly felt a cramp in her left hand at the start of 2025, she didn't think anything of it. But when a week later the pain was still there, she made an appointment to see her GP."

"The cause was not detected, so she was sent for further tests. Her experience underscores the need for awareness and support for Motor Neuron Disease."

Lorraine Kelly Donnelly experienced a cramp in her left hand in early 2025, which persisted despite initial medical consultations. After further tests, she received a diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease (MND). Her journey highlights the importance of awareness and support for MND, particularly through fundraising efforts. She emphasizes how simple actions, like drinking tea, can contribute to raising funds for an Irish charity dedicated to helping those affected by MND.

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