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Jordan and Cian Adams will run the London Marathon to raise funds and awareness for familial FTD.
Their mother Geraldine was diagnosed with familial FTD at 47 and died in 2016.
Jordan reveals a 99.9% chance of him developing FTD due to their gene.
The brothers plan more marathons in Ireland to honor their mother’s heritage.
BBC Breakfast featured Jordan and discussed their family’s struggle with dementia.
The Adams family seeks to improve life for other families affected by dementia.
Geraldine’s dementia journey and its impact on the family is central to the campaign.
Jordan describes the family’s resilience and the drive to help others within the next 10–15 years.
The campaign emphasizes the emotional burden of caring for a parent with dementia.
The London Marathon is used as a platform to champion dementia research and support.

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Jordan Adams ran the London Marathon with a fridge strapped to his back to raise awareness for dementia and mental health.
The stunt is part of 32 marathons in 32 days to raise funds for Mind charity.
Jordan and his brother Cian aim to shed light on frontotemporal dementia (FTD) after their mother’s diagnosis.
The brothers learned they carry the rare FTD gene and may face a similar diagnosis in their 40s.
Adams described the walk as a symbol for carrying invisible burdens and making dementia visible.
He emphasized support from friends, family, and others helped him cope with mental health struggles.
Adams' campaign aligns with Mind charity fundraising and mental health support.

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