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Tuesday, 12 March 2024 12:31

It's across two fundraisers.

Over €18,000 has been raised for a midlands woman who has been diagnosed with two rare spinal conditions.

Athlone's Philly Fuery spent over seven months in hospital following two spinal operations and is now in a wheelchair full time.

Her daughter, Jazmine, will skydive in aid of her mother and Spinal Injuries Ireland on April 20th, which has so far gained over €5,800.

Another donation page has been set up by Ms Fuery's sister Olivia, which has so far raised over €12,000.

Olivia says Philly remains determined despite the setbacks:

You can donate to both causes here and here.

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