Transforming the lives of children like Mylo
Help fund research that could help revolutionise screening of newborn babies for Cytomegalovirus (CMV).
Funding vital research
We’re on a mission to save and change children’s lives through medical research, developing treatments, vaccinations and cures.
Fighting rare disease
30% of children with a rare disease will lose their lives before their fifth birthday. With your help we can develop treatments and cures to tackle rare diseases that devastate children’s lives. Help fund vital research.
Premature birth and pregnancy complications
Some women experience complications during pregnancy which can involve the mother’s health, the baby’s health or both.
Childhood cancers
In the UK almost 4,000 children and young people under 25 are diagnosed with cancer every year. We are funding research to try and improve the chances and treatment for children with brain tumours and cancer.
Successes
With the help of all our supporters we have played a significant role in many medical breakthroughs for 70 years, starting with the development of the first UK polio vaccines.
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Garmin RIDE OUT
11 August 2024
Join Garmin and Action Medical Research in the New Forest and get ready to RIDE OUT.
The 2024 Garmin RIDE OUT will see you riding alongside cycling pros through the heart of the beautiful New Forest.
During this incredible ride, you’ll have the chance to ride alongside your cycling heroes, including cycling pros and Garmin ambassadors
Cycling Events
With cycling challenges both in the UK and abroad, there's definitely a challenge waiting for you. From beginners to the very experienced and with routes ranging 20 miles to hundreds of miles, come and join us in the fight for little lives.
Race the Sun
Our triathlon-style Race the Sun series pits teams against each other in a race against the setting sun, competing to bike, hike and paddle around some of the UK's most beautiful locations.
Running
Whether you’re looking for your first challenge or you’re a seasoned runner we’ve got an event for you. We have places in the world’s greatest and best-known events and races.
Mylo's story
Congenital CMV
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Scottish teenagers take part in innovative Frame Running study
Ian and Poppy experienced improved physical and mental health due to Frame Running.
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Father's Day: Celebrating Gennadiy
Father of 9-year-old Sophia who has the rare and debilitating condition Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
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