February is a significant month in the fight against cancer, marked by various global events. The Cancer Concern Association (CCA) has been at the forefront of local efforts, hosting a range of activities aimed at raising awareness and providing tangible support to cancer patients and their families.
February 4th – 5th: World Cancer Day Fun Run & Volleyball Tournament
In collaboration with Community Leisure and Sports for All, CCA organized a two-day event that featured a fun run and a charity volleyball tournament at Roche Caiman.
February 7th: Donation to Hospice
CCA generously donated bedsheets to a hospice, aiming to make the stay of cancer patients more comfortable.
February 10th: Healing Service at St. Paul’s Cathedral
A deeply moving healing service was organized by CCA at St. Paul’s Cathedral to offer spiritual solace to those affected by cancer.
The theme for this year’s World Cancer Day was ‘Close the Care Gap’, focusing on reducing global inequities in cancer care. The fun run event at Roche Caiman drew a diverse crowd of over 200 participants, all united in raising awareness about cancer and honoring survivors.
The event was a true community affair, featuring participants from all walks of life, including senior citizens and a group of students from local schools. Everyone gathered for a warm-up session led by fitness instructor Dorothy Isidore before embarking on the fun run or walk around the fitness trail, depending on their physical capabilities.
Francis Remie, Director of the sports for all unit within the National Sports Council, praised the event’s turnout and diversity. “The variety in age groups participating in this event signifies a heightened level of awareness about the seriousness of cancer across different demographics,” he noted.
The event also emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle in cancer prevention, with experts noting that 30-50% of cancers could be prevented by increased physical activity and other healthy habits.
