Ebola Crisis

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I bought the Band Aid 30 track - it cost me less than £1.

I didn't buy it because it's the best piece of music ever written.

I didn't buy it because I'm a particular fan of any of the musicians and artists performing on it.


I didn't buy it because I admire Bob Geldof and all he has done for charity.




I bought it for Dr Martin Salia and the more than 200 doctors, nurses and health care staff who have died treating this awful disease since June this year.

Dr Martin Salia

I bought it for the heroes like British nurse William Pooley, who having survived Ebola himself, has now returned to Africa to continue his work.

William Pooley being interviewed back in West Africa

I bought it for the countless men, women and children who are suffering and dying each and everyday.

I bought it for less than £1.00 - I then donated a bit more via the DEC appeal. I spent a little of my money with a hope that it might just help a little.

It won't change corrupt governments.
It won't stop many more people dying.

But it might be of use to the medical professionals and volunteers who are putting their own lives at risk for their fellow human beings.

A little money might only make a little difference and when it's all you can do, why not do it?

There are loads of excuses we can make for not doing anything but there is only one good reason to do something...because we can.

It's up to you - you can sit all comfy and cosy with your family and pretend it's not happening  OR  you can spend less than £1.00 and perhaps, PERHAPS, help save a life.