AN ISLE of Wight student nurse is braving the shave this month — raising money for Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Charlotte McDonald, 26, of Newport, is a student nurse at St Mary's Hospital, and will be shaving her head tomorrow (Friday) to raise money and awareness for the charity.

"Originally, I set a target of £200, as I didn't want to ask for too much during these unprecedented times," said Charlotte.

"But with a few days to go, I've almost doubled that target.

"I feel charities such as this one are sometimes being forgotten.

"I aim to raise as much money as possible for GOSH, because there are families out there who still need us during this difficult time."

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