This 24 hour Mega Swim helps raise funds for people living with Multiple Sclerosis while having an amazing pool party.
The funds support the Go For Gold Foundation which provides scholarships to people living with MS to aspire and achieve to the best of their ability.
Wow! Total raised as per website today $12,156.70
Overall Winning Team: “Proud Swimmers” team, $4,729.50 and 34.7km!
Special mention runners up:”Ken McNamara team 2″, $1,310 and 56.7km!
Highest Individual: Dianne Caldwell, “Proud Swimmers” team $810
Youth Award: Mitchell Pilcher, “Ken McNamara team 1”
Best Dressed: “Little Blue Fish” team
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What is MS?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition of the central nervous system, interfering with nerve impulses within the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves. It is characterised by sclerosis a Greek word meaning scars. These scars occur within the central nervous system and depending on where they develop, manifest into various symptoms.
MS affects over 23,000 in Australia and more than two million diagnosed worldwide. Most people are diagnosed between the ages of 20-40, but it can affect younger and older people too. Roughly three times as many women have MS as men.
There is currently no known cure for MS however there are a number of treatment options available to help manage symptoms and slow progression of the disease.
Find out more from MS Australia