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The Fight of Gordon's Life

Following Gordon Aikman's battle with motor neurone disease, charting his fundraising attempts and campaign for better treatment.

The inspiring story of one young man's battle with a terminal condition. Diagnosed with motor neurone disease at 29, Gordon Aikman decides to fightback. He raises cash to help fund a cure and campaigns for better treatment. And as he gradually loses control of his body, Gordon wins major improvements in patient care. In a year of physical and emotional struggle, he also brings family and friends together to celebrate his marriage.

30 minutes

Last on

Sun 10 Jan 2016 10:30

Credits

Role Contributor
Reporter Glenn Campbell
Producer Susie Taylor
Director Susie Taylor
Executive Producer Daniel Maxwell

Broadcasts

  • Mon 4 Jan 2016 20:30
  • Fri 8 Jan 2016 00:35
  • Fri 8 Jan 2016 20:30
  • Sat 9 Jan 2016 14:30
  • Sun 10 Jan 2016 10:30

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