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Former firefighter diagnosed with Parkinsons embarks on epic charity trek

A former firefighter who was diagnosed with Parkinson's when she was just 42, is embarking on a cycling challenge around Yorkshire and north Lincolnshire this morning.

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Mum's charity ride to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease

A former firefighter from West Yorkshire has set off on a charity cycle challenge to raise awareness of Parkinson's disease.

Leanne Owen, a mother-of-two, was herself diagnosed with the condition five years ago at the age of just 42. She's determined not to be beaten by the condition. Hannah Miller went to see her off on the first leg of her journey.

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