A four-year-old from Corby, Northamptonshire, is in an induced coma after a rare flu-related brain condition turned her world upside down. Sienna Dunion fell seriously ill shortly after her parents, Gary and Angelina Dunion, surprised her with tickets to Lapland, playfully chilled in their freezer “from the North Pole.” Initially dismissing her complaints of feeling cold as a joke, her parents soon realised it was something far more serious.
After a few days of feeling unwell, Sienna’s health took a dramatic turn. She was rushed to the hospital where doctors discovered she had Acute Necrotising Encephalitis (ANE), a rare brain condition triggered by the flu. Despite fighting this aggressive condition with all her might, Sienna’s battle took a drastic step when doctors performed emergency surgery, removing 60% of her intestines to save her life.
Now, her family is on a rollercoaster of emotions, facing the uncertainty of when she might wake up or how her life will look post-recovery. Gary and Angelina have set up a GoFundMe page to support Sienna’s treatment and future care, raising awareness for ANE and the crucial importance of flu vaccinations for children.
Gary admits, “It’s been horrendous. Our bubbly, lively girl now faces an unpredictable future.” He’s urging parents to vaccinate their kids against the flu to prevent potential tragedies. While they’re immersed in uncertainty, the Dunion family hopes for the best, thanks to an outpouring of community support.
Let’s rally behind Sienna and her family by spreading the message about ANE and flu risks. Your contribution could make a world of difference—find their fundraiser online to help give Sienna the care she needs. Let’s keep Sienna in our thoughts and share her story to help raise awareness. 🌟🙏 #SupportSienna #FightANE #FluAwareness