Two brothers who made history for being the first siblings in the UK to donate their kidneys to strangers are now preparing to run a marathon in aid of Kidney Research UK.
Two Scottish brothers who made history by being the first siblings in the UK to donate their kidneys to complete strangers are now preparing for a marathon in aid of charities close to their hearts.
Now, the incredible pair are preparing to run the London Marathon next April, raising funds for charities close to their hearts. Paul will be donating funds to Kidney Research UK and Kenny will be donating to Maggies, after sadly losing family members to cancer.READ MORE: Three Glasgow patients die after colonoscopies as doctor suspended amid care failure
Paul explained that Energie Fitness Glasgow South has provided the couple with a gym membership with access to all classes and sauna to help them train and prepare, as well as providing a personalised workout plan for the couple. Paul and Lynsey have now set up a fundraising page, part of the description reads: "My journey with organ donation began when I donated my kidney to a complete stranger in 2015.
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