Our Pal Joe B
Easy remember link: http://www.postpals.co.uk/pals/Joe+B
Quick Link: Joe B's Story
| Born | 26/05/2003 |
|---|---|
| Illness | Cystic fibrosis (CF) |
| Status | Current |
| Home Page | http://www.thebarnesboys.org.uk |
Address: - READ SAFETY
Bothamsall
Nr Retford
Notts
DN22 8DT
United Kingom
NB: this is a forwarding address for the Pal, we do NOT disclose home addresses
Email - READ SAFETY
Other Information
- Joe B's Parents/Guardians
- Lorraine
- Joe B's Siblings
- Daniel (doesn't wish to receive post)
- Joe B's Interests
- Art and making things eg. painting, colouring, drawing, sticking. Also likes cooking, cycling, jigsaws, animals and is learning to read and write.
- Joe B's Favourite Colour
- Blue
- Is Joe B able to read?
- No
- Is Joe B able to use hands?
- Yes
- Is Joe B visually/hearing impaired?
- No
- Does Joe B suffer from any developmental delay?
- No
Joe B's Story
Story written 2007
Joseph was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at 4 days old through an emergency blood test taken when he was a day old. This emergency was brought about because his then 8 year old brother had also been diagnosed at the age of 4 with the genetically inherited life-threatening illness Cystic Fibrosis. Once a positive diagnosis was made they were able to start treating him immediately with the crucial medication needed for an important start in life.
Joseph is a happy, outgoing, funny, naughty and extremely cute "normal" looking 4 year old. What is going on inside his body is unknown to many - no one would ever think he had a life-threatening illness.
Update 30th April 2008
Joe continues to keep well.
We would like to thank everyone who has sent Joe a card, a letter or a small gift this month - he is always very excited to receive post and it makes him very happy.
