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Cameron Burgess
Cameron Burgess
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Hi there!
This year I’m running again to support the Black Dog Institute and stand up to the social stigma of mental illness. Because I (somehow) survived the marathon last year, I signed up for both a marathon and an ultra-marathon. Considering how long it took before I was able to walk again after 42km, it'll be a huge challenge for me to have to run it having run 50km six weeks earlier.
The Black Dog Institute is dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by mood disorders through high quality translational research, clinical expertise and national education programs. Mental illness affects 1 in 5 people every year and tragically, suicide is the number one cause of death amongst Australians ages 15-44, ahead of both road accidents and cancer. 2,500 Australians take their lives each year and ultimately, Black Dog Institute’s aim is to save lives, preventing the grief that suicide causes. Compared to other illnesses, government funding for research into suicide prevention is very limited - which is why your support is so important.
The Black Dog Institute is an organisation that is very close to my heart. Last year I was diagnosed with bipolar II disorder. The average time for diagnosis of biopolar disorder is ten years. Thanks to the Black dog Institute, I was diagnosed only five years after being misdiagnosed with depression. With the help of Black Dog, I've been given the tools to help stabilise my mood and hugely improve my quality of life. Running for the Black Dog Institute is a way for me to give back to an organisation who have done so much for me.
By donating, you'll be supporting a fantastic cause. Every donation counts, even if it's just a couple of dollars. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Thank you for helping to make a difference!
Cam
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Black Dog Institute
Black Dog Institute
One in five Australians are affected by mental illness each year.
Mental illness can be overwhelming, crippling and isolating.
The Black Dog Institute is a not-for-profit organisation and world leader in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental illness such as depression, bipolar disorder and suicide.
We are the only mental health facility in Australia that combines clinical services, high quality translational research and education programs. We work to empower communities and help the stigma surrounding mental illness.
The Black Dog Institute has 4 important goals:
to diagnose mental illness accurately and early,
treat them using innovative, effective and accessible strategies,
prevent their onset by understanding why and who they affect
to reduce the overall impact of mental illness and save lives.
Black Dog Institute’s vision is for a mentally healthier world.
A world where the onset of depression and suicide can be prevented and treated. With your help we can make this vision a reality.
http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au
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