A BUY a brick campaign has been launched to raise money for a drop in centre in Tanzania which will be in memory of a Caerwent teenager.

The family of Natasha Scott-Falber, who died aged 14 of Toxic Shock Syndrome from using her first tampon, have been campaigning to raise awareness of the symptoms and are working with a children's charity to help build a drop in centre in Iringa, Tanzania.

TSS Aware, which was set up by the family, have now purchased four and a half acres of land in order to build the centre. They are working with Fisch, a charity which helps street children in Iringa. 

The building which will be named after Tash will be a drop in centre for children living on the streets. It will be a place for them to stay while accommodation is sought and where they can be fed and cared for.

They need to raise £4,200 by March next year and have launched a buy a brick campaign. 

Donations of £10 will give you a brick in the centre and a miniature brick to put on your Christmas tree along with a card to send to the person it has been bought for. 

The family are hoping to have a plaque with Tash's name on and a photo of her inside with her story.

According to Toxic Shock Syndrome Information Service (TSSIS), around half the reported cases of TSS are associated with women using tampons, but it can also be caused by infections following burns, boils, insect bites or following surgery. The condition can be treated with antibiotics if diagnosed early. 

For more information or to donate visit http://tssaware.org.uk/