Why I’m Running ‍♀

As a dialysis nurse, I see it every day—over 90% of patients are on dialysis because of preventable conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure. These diseases affect not only the kidneys but also the heart, eyes, and other organs. That is why I run—to spread awareness and show that small lifestyle changes can save lives.

On October 11, 2026, I will be representing Advocate Health Care as a member of the charity running team at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. I’ll be training, fundraising, and running 26.2 miles to support patients and families in need.

Since 2011, the Advocate charity running team has raised over $2 million to support cancer research, care for children and adults with Down syndrome, support nurses and physicians, and provide life-saving programs and services across our communities.

You can be part of this mission. Supporting my fundraising efforts helps ensure that more than one million people have access to world-class care close to home.

This is Run4YourHealth. Run or walk for your health.
Together, we can prevent disease and support those who need care most.