Hamilton NZ Daily

💙 Myles MacDuff Remembered: Family Honors MND Journey During Action Month

Helen Casey-MacDuff is sharing her husband Myles MacDuff's courageous battle with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) during MND Action Month, celebrating the man he was and raising awareness of this devastating condition.

Myles was known for his strong presence—both as a respected builder and rugby player, and as someone who showed up for those around him. He was the friend buying the next round, the supportive father cheering from the sidelines, and a pillar in his community.

💪 What is MND Action Month?
This annual awareness campaign shines a light on Motor Neuron Disease, encouraging people to share personal stories and advocate for better support and research funding.

🤝 The Power of Sharing
By opening up about Myles's journey, Helen is:

Raising awareness about MND and its impact on families
Honoring Myles's legacy and the strength he showed
Supporting others facing similar battles with the disease
Advocating for change in research and care
Myles's story is a reminder of the importance of community, compassion, and the fight against MND. 💚

read more - https://www.nzherald.co.nz/waikato-news/news/myles-macduff-remembered-as-family-shares-mnd-journey-during-action-month/FQAS2BPROVE3JLMHJ7BIMQG3RA/

Post credit: Local News / MND Action Month

💙 National Blood Donor Week 2026: A Mother's Gift of Life

Cambridge mum Nicole Cameron has turned a parent's worst nightmare into an act of profound gratitude—regular blood donation.

When her newborn son, William, underwent open-heart surgery at just 5 weeks old and received a life-saving blood transfusion, Cameron made a powerful decision: to become a regular blood donor herself.

Now, six years later, whenever 6-year-old William is admitted to the hospital, Cameron makes sure to donate blood—a touching tribute to the donors who saved her son's life and a gift to other families facing their own medical crises.

💝 Why This Matters
Nicole's story embodies the heart of National Blood Donor Week 2026: one person's donation can save multiple lives. Her journey from needle-phobic to committed donor shows how compassion and gratitude can inspire us to help others in their darkest moments.

Every donation counts. Every life matters. 🩸

Post credit: NZ Herald / Tom Eley

read more - https://www.nzherald.co.nz/waikato-news/news/national-blood-donor-week-2026-mum-inspired-to-donate-after-babys-life-saving-surgery/HZQBO5IIMBHA3EMJMOK5JVPUBQ/