Cancer Research UK Turns 20!
On 4th February Cancer Research UK and World Cancer Day marked their 20th anniversary. Since 2002 they have been at the forefront of incredible life saving breakthroughs made by their researchers.
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Cancer Research UK – London Winter Run
Cancer Research are promoting their Cancer Research UK London Winter Run which is a 10k challenge through the centre of the capital. The route passes some of London’s world famous landmarks. The course also includes some larger than life fancy dress characters, and live music performances, making this a fantastic experience for running beginners to seasoned pros.
10% Off When Shopping Online With Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK are offering a fantastic discount to all their online shoppers. You can get 10% off using their discount code between now and end of January 2021.
September – Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. The aim is to raise awareness of cancers affecting young people and recognise the work done by scientists and medical staff around the world to help young people survive cancer and enjoy life.
Running Cancer Services Alongside Coronavirus
Following months of disruption to healthcare services, Cancer Research UK Ltd are warning there is danger of a cancer crisis. There are much needed discussions to be held on how to restore service alongside the handling of Covid-19.
Cancer Research EPIC Study
Cancer Research UK is co-funding the European Prospective Investigation of Cancer (EPIC). This huge study aims to produce highly detailed information about diet and cancer, with over half a million people taking part across 10 European countries. The UK end of the investigation will see 90,000 Brits recruited by Cancer Research groups in Oxford and Cambridge, questioned on their diet and lifestyle.
Celebrity Women ‘Line Up’ For Cancer Research Race For Life
Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2009 took London commuters by surprise as an unlikely cast of famous women recreated one of the most iconic movie posters of all time. The poster, recreating the infamous police line up used to promote Oscar award winning movie – The Usual Suspects, features actress Lynda Bellingham, comedienne Amy Lamé, actress and breast cancer patient Rebekah Gibbs, Ruth Lorenzo from X Factor, actress Laila Morse, and ‘Green Goddess’ and breast and skin cancer survivor Diana Moran.
