Eanna Ryan fundraising for Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland

April 2026, I’ll take on one of the toughest endurance challenges on the planet, the Marathon des Sables, a 250KM run across the Sahara Desert, completing six marathons back-to-back, carrying everything I need to survive on my back. But this isn’t just about the distance. It’s about honouring bravery, raising awareness, and fueling hope. This run is for Iggy, my uncle, and the bravest man I’ve ever known. In his final days, Iggy showed a level of courage, strength, and dignity that left a mark on everyone around him. He faced Cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive cancer of the bile duct with a spirit that never wavered. And now, I’m running to carry that courage forward. Every step across the endless sand will be in his memory. Every mile will be a message, I will not stop until there’s greater awareness, better treatment, and more hope for those fighting this disease. 💪 Why This Matters Cholangiocarcinoma is a devastating cancer that too few people have even heard of and awareness is often the first step towards change. By shining a light on this disease and raising funds for vital research and support, we can give families like ours something priceless, time, hope, and a fighting chance. This challenge is not just a physical test, it’s a mission to turn pain into purpose, and to transform Iggy’s story into a force for good. Your support will; ✅ Fund Cholangiocarcinoma research to improve treatment and survival rates. ✅ Help raise awareness so more people are diagnosed early. ✅ Provide support for families facing this brutal fight. ✅ Provide fund for further training for Doctors and Nurses ✅ Aim to provide support, education, and advocacy for patients and their families. Every donation — big or small — makes a real difference. Together, we can turn six brutal marathons into a legacy of hope. And it’s a fight we can win ,step by step, mile by mile. 📍 Follow the journey. 📍 Share Iggy’s story. 📍 Donate if you can.

Training Updates:

Date:
2025-10-26
Distance:
16.00 KM
Time:
01:09
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16KLM Run in Roundstone with a few arguments with bramble bushes :) Powering on
Date:
2025-10-12
Distance:
18.07 KM
Time:
01:27
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Date:
2025-09-04
Distance:
17.00 KM
Time:
01:45
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I am a few months into training with a lot of gym based work, interval runs and also now started ramping up the mileage for long endurance runs.

About Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland

Cholangiocarcinoma Ireland was established in October 2024 to provide comprehensive support, advice and to promote public and medical awareness, advocate for better care and facilitate research into treatment and cures in Ireland.
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