A local mother, Paula Breen, and her partner Gary Pierce, are organising a special Quiz Night fundraiser at Killarney Race Course on Friday, October 25th, to support the craniofacial team at CHI Temple Street. The event is a heartfelt gesture of gratitude for the care her seven-month-old son, Kameron, received after being diagnosed with sagittal craniosynostosis, a rare condition that affects the shape of the skull.

Paula’s story began when Kameron was born, and doctors noticed something unusual about the shape of his head. Although she initially thought it was a result of the birth process, a doctor later raised concerns about sagittal craniosynostosis, a condition where the skull’s sagittal suture fuses prematurely, causing a long, narrow head shape.

After a nerve-wracking month of waiting, Paula and Kameron met with Dr. Dylan Murray and his specialist team at CHI Temple Street, who confirmed the diagnosis. Given the severity of Kameron’s case, they recommended corrective surgery, which involved removing and reconstructing parts of his skull. Despite the fear and anxiety, Paula and her family made the difficult decision to proceed with the surgery when Kameron was six months old.

“The reassurance of having him in the hands of such an incredible team brought us some comfort during the most challenging time in our lives,” Paula shared.

Now, to give back to the craniofacial team who helped her son, Paula is hosting a Quiz Night to raise funds. The event will feature tables of four at €10 per person, starting at 7pm at the Killarney Racecourse. Attendees will also have the chance to win prizes in a raffle held on the night.

For those who cannot attend but would still like to contribute, Paula has set up an online fundraiser. “Every donation, no matter the amount, is greatly appreciated,” she saidto the Killarney Advertiser this week.

Funds raised will go directly towards supporting the work of the craniofacial surgery team at CHI Temple Street, helping families like Paula's who face similar challenges.

To contribute to Paula’s fundraiser for CHI Temple Street, donations can be made through the link below.

https://childrenshealth.enthuse.com/pf/paula-breen?utm_source=share&utm_medium=qr