Ann, who has MS, will be at the games in Tel Aviv. Read her story:
An RAF veteran with multiple sclerosis is among those taking part in this year's Veteran Games in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Ms Hughes, 53, who was an RAF policewoman for 20 years, was diagnosed with secondary progressive MS in 2007.Her condition affects her sight and mobility and causes muscle spasms and severe fatigue. She uses a crutch or a wheelchair to travel longer distances. She said: "I had never heard about the Veteran Games, so when they asked me, I knew I wanted to get involved.
Veterans will compete in a variety of sports between 27 May and 2 June at the games, which were first held in 2019.
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