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Why World Cancer Research Fund?
Every day around 1,100 people will hear the words ‘you have cancer’. Over 420 of these cases could have been prevented, that’s a staggering 155,000 people every year. World Cancer Research Fund, are passionate about reducing this number.
As part of an international network of charities, they’ve been funding life-saving research, influencing global health policy and informing the public since 1982.
While society continues to search for a cure, their prevention and survival work helps people to live longer, healthier, and happier lives – free from the devastating effects of cancer. The money I'm raising plays a huge part in keeping this going.
My Achievements
Has fundraising page
Updated profile pic
Added a blog post
Self donated
Shared page
Thanked donor
Has received 10 donations
Reached 50% of fundraising target
Amount raised £2,500
Reached fundraising goal
Increased target over £1,000
Reached distance goal
My Updates
Why I'm running the London Marathon 2027
Wednesday 22nd JulRunning the London Marathon has been a long-term personal goal of mine, but being able to run it in support of the World Cancer Research Fund makes it far more meaningful.
Breast cancer has affected my family in more ways than one.
My nan was diagnosed with stage 2 invasive lobular carcinoma after discovering a lump in her breast. During further investigations, cancer was also found in her kidney, which was later removed. She underwent a breast lumpectomy in 2016 before taking hormone-blocking treatment for the next eight years. Although my nan sadly passed away from unrelated causes, watching everything she went through had a lasting impact on me and my family.
Just a few years later, in January 2019, my mum was diagnosed with breast cancer following her first routine mammogram. She underwent surgery to remove the cancer in March 2019, followed by radiotherapy in May 2019, and continues hormone therapy today. Thankfully, her cancer was detected early, highlighting just how important awareness, research and early diagnosis can be.
Running has become a huge part of my life over the past few years, and I’ve completed numerous half marathons. Taking on my biggest challenge yet by running the London Marathon is my opportunity to give something back and support a cause that has had such a profound impact on my family.
I’m aiming to raise at least £2,750 for the World Cancer Research Fund to help support their vital work in cancer prevention, research and education.
Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a real difference and is genuinely appreciated. Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and for supporting me and this incredible cause.
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