If you’re thinking of doing the Mini Marathon in June, why not do it for the Irish Osteoporosis Society.

Funding for the charity has fallen by 70% and they’re at risk of closing.

Osteoporosis is the leading bone disease in the world, even though it is preventable and treatable in the majority of people. Unlike many diseases there are NO signs or symptoms prior to a fracture. A person will not feel their bones thinning.

Running and walking are excellent forms of weight bearing exercise and the charity are trying to raise awareness of this fact, along with the many risk factors.

The person who raises the most amount of money for the charity will win a €1,000 voucher for Killeen Castle and the second runner up
will win a signed Rugby ball by Brent Pope.

Sponsorship cards and T shirts are available from the charity.

For more information call the Irish Osteoporosis Society on Lo-call 1890 252 751, 01 637 5050 or on their website: www.irishosteoporosis.ie

Remember, if you’ve got local news for the 98FM Dubfile – email news@98fm.com – and check out all your Dubfile Updates on our newspages online.