7 weeks ago Johnny travelled to the Barcelona Spine Hospital to undergo
routine disc replacement surgery on the top of his spine. After the operation, two
hematomas (bleeding) developed, one in his neck and the other on his spine.
routine disc replacement surgery on the top of his spine. After the operation, two
hematomas (bleeding) developed, one in his neck and the other on his spine.
Johnny was rushed down to surgery in an effort to drain both hematomas and
stabilise him. Unfortunately after the surgery, he was left paralysed from his
bellybutton down.
After Johnny's family went on the Joe Duffy Liveline Show, he was air ambulanced
back to the Mater Spinal Unit where he is now. There is hope that Johnny will walk
again but it's uncertain how long this will take. Johnny and Maite have 2 girls, 4 and 2,
and Maite is 6 months pregnant.
They need as much funding as possible to pay for their mortgage and bills and the many
other unexpected expenses they now have as a result of this situation.
We will be oragnising a number of fundraising activities over the next couple of
months and would really appreciate any support you can give.
Many Thanks,
Chappie's Challenge.
Some of the girls from Greystones / Kilpedder area are taking part in the Flora Women’s Mini Marathon to support Johnny. I wonder if this page could be updated a bit. I would like to send info to people by email, as well as sending them an account number or a credit card facility to pay to. Can anyone help to develop both things???? The last time a run in the marathon I was sponsored by Barretstown. They had a facility to pay on line and it was very a very effective way of getting people to sponsor. Thanks. My email: bcaamano@mcx.es Tel.: 0863046181
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