Laois Woman With Butterfly Skin To Take Part In Steps Challenge

Emma Fogarty

Steptember asks participants to walk 10,000 steps a day to raise awareness and funds for Debra Ireland.

A Laois woman, who suffers from a rare skin condition, says she will face consistent pain as she takes on the Steptember Challenge.

Emma Fogarty's skin blisters at the slightest touch, and requires consistent re-dressing. 

Steptember asks participants to walk 10,000 steps a day to raise awareness and funds for the Butterfly Skin charity, Debra Ireland.

The name of affliction refers to how delicate a patients' skin can be.

Emma, who is unable to walk, will be aiming for 10,000 steps a week and she says that the smallest bumps through her wheelchair will bring great discomfort:

Take part in Stepember or donate to the cause here.

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