From May 28th-June 10th, I'm raising money for spinal CSF leak research and advocacy via DuraDash!

As with last year, I am participating in the duradash® a virtual event that supports the Spinal CSF Leak Foundation. I am sharing this fundraising appeal with friends and family, as well as Legal Nomads readers.This year's event runs from May 28 through June 10, 2023.

I have a personal connection to spinal CSF leak, as I sustained one myself in August 2017 via a lumbar puncture. While I have gone on to receive multiple procedures that aim to seal my spinal CSF leak, it is ongoing and I have limited "uptime" that I can stand each day. Even since my leak began, I have seen advances in imaging and techniques that have helped patients find relief. Though the updates have yet to provide answers for me personally, I am passionate about reducing the suffering of anyone affected by this debilitating condition.

This year, though I recently suffered a setback and am primarily bedbound, I hope to hit the 150 minutes of 'uptime' walking over the course of 14 days. I am hoping to raise $750 during that period as well, funds that are crucial to research, advocacy, and patient and doctor education about spinal CSF leak. 

Last year, my campaign involved a catstravaganza in Aylmer, Quebec. This year, I have moved to Ottawa, Ontario, and while my area has lots of residential housing the cats are sparse. So there will need to be a different theme.

Thank you for considering donating to my campaign and supporting the Spinal CSF leak Foundation. I'll be updating my duradashing progress here during the two weeks when the event starts on May 28th.

-Jodi