Cancer Council Queensland are calling upon the Sunshine Coast community to unite in pink to create hope for every woman’s future.
Registrations have now opened for the annual Walk for Women’s Cancer event being held at Alex Skate Park on September 15 from 8am.
The event is a 3km or 6km family-friendly, fun walk for participants of all abilities, with funds raised going towards Cancer Council Queensland’s research for life-saving treatments and support programs for women affected by cancer.
Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillian encouraged all Sunshine Coast locals to unite and walk towards a cancer free future this September.
“Taking part in Walk for Women’s Cancer is a great way to celebrate the women in your life and show your support for locals affected by women’s cancers,” Ms McMillan said.
“One in six Queensland women will be diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancers in their lifetime.
“Getting involved might only seem like a small way to make an impact, but your contribution makes a lasting difference to locals touched by this disease.
“Thanks to prevention and early detection programs and improved treatment options, more Queenslanders are surviving women’s cancers.
“More than 49,600 Queensland women are alive today after a diagnosis of a women’s cancer in the past 25 years.
“Walk with us this year to give hope to all Queensland women affected by cancer.”
The Sunshine Coast community can expect an action-packed morning filled with live entertainment, and food trucks.
Sunshine Coast locals can enjoy $5 off their registration until July 31 by using the code ‘EARLYBIRD’.
To register for the Walk for Women’s Cancer Sunshine Coast event, please visit www.walkforwomen.org.au/locations/sunshine-coast.
