Megan and Samantha

Wellness Walk London Bridges

Megan and I are taking on a Wellness Walk for a happier, healthier future for all.

As many of you know, our brave Megan was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes on Christmas Day 2024, after being rushed to hospital in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) – a life-threatening complication caused by dangerously low insulin levels. It was an incredibly frightening time, and a diagnosis that changed all of our lives overnight.

Now, five months on, Megan is thriving. She’s gone from being critically ill to the bright, energetic, and resilient girl we’re so proud of today. She’s handled this huge life adjustment with more strength than we could have imagined – and she’s become passionate about raising awareness and making a difference for others living with Type 1 Diabetes.

So, we're taking action.

On 28 September 2025, Megan and our family will be taking on a 5-mile walk through London to raise funds for Diabetes UK, the charity leading the fight against one of the UK’s fastest-growing health crises.

➡️ One in 15 people in the UK lives with diabetes. Diabetes UK is at the forefront of providing support, education, and vital research – all of which can change lives.

Every donation made to our page will help:

  • Fund research towards a cure and better treatments

  • Provide crucial support for families via the Diabetes UK helpline

  • Raise awareness and education to prevent complications

💙 If you can, please donate and share our page. Every pound makes a difference. Together, we can help ensure that diabetes does no harm.

Thank you so much for your support.

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Danny Bunce

Well done Megan. You truly are inspiring each and every day. And well done Sam.

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Bob And Karen

Good luck Sam and Megan Well done xx

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Tony & Jackie

Nanny and grandad are so proud of you 😍 Go girlies 🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍♀️‍➡️

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Charli Sparkes

Ah this is a lovely thing to do! Well done both of you! Love Charlie, Charli, Mimi and Connie xx

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Vartevanian Family

Best of luck to you both! From the Vartevanian family x

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James Stewart

Good luck!

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Virginie Gasnier

I wish you all the best for this walk

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Cassie Baker

Amazing cause go girlies!! Xxx

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Debbie And Terry Heath

You and your mum are amazing dealing with your diabetes Megan you should be very proud. We will be watching how your walk goes love Auntie Deb and Uncle Tel xx

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Jonathan Tam

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Mark Heath

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Rebecca Jones

You go girlies 💪🏼 so proud of you Megs, you’ve been nothing short of incredible in this journey! Lots of love, Rebecca Rabbit xx

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Lynn Mardon

Good luck Sam and Megan. Wishing you all the very best with love from Lynn and Steve X

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Chad Bunce

Very proud of both of you. Love chad, Claire, Owen, ollie xxxxx

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Chad Bunce

Very proud of both of you. Love chad, Claire, Owen, ollie xxxxx

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Rod Miller

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Marco Di Clemente

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Linda Heath

Darling Megan, We know you will smash this, being the most energetic, positive, beautiful girl you are. Sending much love uncle Stanley & Auntie Lyn xxxxx

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Sandra Miller

Good Luck Sam, sending you all love ❤️

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Sorrelle Harper

Well done ladies! Absolute troopers ♥️

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Krishna Grenville-goble

Best of luck with the fundraising Sam x

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Ally Gaskin

Good luck Sam and Megan, I’m sure you’ll absolutely smash it x love to you both xx

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Eleni Obrennan

Good luck girls! Eleni, Steve, Vinnie & Ivy Xxx

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Tarja Daley

Good luck! X

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Hollie & Dan (thorogood)

Well done Megan & mummy for turning adversity into something positive & inspiring to us all. Megan you are an amazing & courageous young lady, best of luck on the walk.x

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Georgia Painter

Good luck girls, and well done for handling all this so well Megan xx

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Kirsty Heath

Well done girls super proud loves ya Kirsty and Remi-Mya xxxxx

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Rakel Foti

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Ed Cooke

Wishing you all the best with both the Wellness Walk and the million steps challenge! Ed

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Taras Wolczuk

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Lorraine Daley

Lots of luck x

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Tom Paterson

Good luck!

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Charlotte Beach

Wishing you all the best on your journey with diabetes and well done for being so brave Mummy and Megan, Lots of Love Charlotte x

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Carey Fenton

Good luck Sam and Megan!

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Diana Rakhimova

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Trudie Roiz De Sa

Good luck Sam and Megan!

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Virginia Garufi

Amazing cause, You've got this!!!

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Ella Wilson

Good luck girl xxx

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Jack Richardson

Good luck girls x

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Amelia Land

Amazing well done girls xx

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Darren & Mark

Cheering on Sam, Megan, and the whole family as you take on this walk together 👣💙 You’re all making a real difference. Supporting you and Diabetes UK every step of the way 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️💪🏼 Sending love and encouragement. 👏

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Michelle Yulhanson

Good luck Sam and Megan 🩷🩷

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Anne Heath

Lots of Love Auntie Anne

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Lynsey Rigg

Good luck girls!!! Lots of love xxx

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Jenna Heath

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Sofia Scialo

What a fabulous cause to be running for! We will be cheering you on! Wishing you the best of luck!

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Katie Ludwin

Go girls xx

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Simon

Amazing!! Good luck and great to hear Megan is thriving!

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Ceri Burns

Best wishes x

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Tracy Heath

Well Done Megan. I hope the 28th is a sunny day 😎. Good Luck ❤️

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Emma Shorter (pippa)

Well done for picking yourself up and making a difference Megan! All the best Love Pippa and the Shorters