The (*24*) Cancer Society (ICS), supported by the Royal Western India Turf Club (RWITC), is about to host the ‘Race of Hope’ at the Mahalaxmi Race Course on March 24. The occasion goals to increase consciousness about most cancers and promote proactive measures in opposition to it.
Cancer survivors from the UGAM help group will take part, showcasing their resilience. The occasion may also embody free screening camps for oral, breast, and cervical most cancers.
With a spotlight on creating positivity and inspiring wholesome life, ICS emphasizes the significance of avoiding cancer-causing substances and present process common screenings for early detection. Usha Thorat, managing trustee of ICS, highlighted the societal burden of most cancers and emphasised the organisation’s dedication to decreasing its incidence and influence.
The occasion will characteristic a reside band and the merchandise made by survivors will be accessible on the market. Children below 18 can have free entry and there’ll be varied enjoyable actions for them. Donation passes (eligible for 80G tax advantages) for entry will be ₹999 per particular person. These passes can be found on the ICS web site and Bookmyshow.com.
Shiven Surendranath, RWITC committee member, stated the membership would love to help ICS and create an consciousness in a novel and fascinating approach. “We are very happy to be a part of this initiative of the Indian Cancer Society,” stated Surendranath.
Founded in 1951 by Dr. D.J. Jussawala and Naval Tata, ICS is India’s first non-profit organisation devoted to managing most cancers. Its complete strategy covers consciousness, screening, monetary help, help teams, rehabilitation, analysis, and schooling.
