Categories: Latest

Run for a cause: ‘the terry fox run’ for cancer research

In the memory of a young hero who fought cancer, and helped others along the way

Bangalore, September 19, 2019: Canadian International School, Bangalore (CIS), is hosting the Terry Fox Run 2019, in association with the Terry Fox Foundation, at its campus in Yelahanka at 8.30 a.m on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Terry Fox Run is an annual non-competitive charity event held in numerous regions around the world in commemoration of Canadian cancer activist Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope to raise money for cancer research. Hundreds of participants from various schools, colleges, and organizations across the city are expected to take part in this 5k run. Participants are welcome to walk, run, or bike at their own pace.

This event is open to all to raise money for Cancer research in Terry’s name. Registration is free. However, you can make cash/cheque donation and all proceeds will be sent to the Terry Fox Foundation to support their efforts to find a cure for cancer.

“I feel very privileged and fortunate to be part of an initiative such as this. It is a day when we celebrate Terry’s legacy and try to keep alive his dream of finding a cure for cancer. CIS has always believed in contributing to social causes. Through the Terry Fox Run, we join forces to fight cancer,” said Ms. Shweta Sastri, Managing Director, Canadian International School.” said Ms. Shweta Sastri, Managing Director, Canadian International School.

Back in 1980, no one in Canada thought it possible that a young man with a prosthetic leg could run a marathon a day, every day – but Terry did. This Canadian athlete was brave enough to take on one of the most diabolical enemies known to mankind – cancer. What Terry Fox achieved struck a chord with Canadians and millions of people around the world. Through his efforts, the Terry Fox Run took off and has not looked back since.

Corporate Comm India (CCI Newswire)

The Pharma Times News Bureau

Recent Posts

Bayer Introduces Bepanthen in India as New Survey Reveals Dry Skin Affects 1 in 2 Indians

·        World's no.1 skincare brand Bepanthen* launches in India, as a solution to tackle India's widespread dry skin…

5 hours ago

Lung Cancer in India: Understanding Risk Factors and the Importance of Early Detection

By Dr. Pavan Yadav, Lead Consultant - Interventional Pulmonology & Lung Transplantation, Aster RV Hospital.…

23 hours ago

10 Winter Skin Care Tips Dermatologists Swear By

Dr. Priyanka Kuri, Consultant - Dermatology, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru  Winter weather brings a host…

4 days ago

Fighting Viral Hepatitis in India: Prevention, Risks, and the Path to Better Health

By Dr. Naveen Ganjoo, Senior Consultant - Hepatology & Integrated Liver Care, Aster RV Hospital…

4 days ago

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Inaugurates LyfiusPharma’s Flagship Penicillin-G Facility at Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh

Under the Production Linked Incentive(PLI)scheme, Lyfius Pharma Private Limited(LyfiusPharma) invested ₹2,500 crores in Penicillin-G( Pen-G)facility…

5 days ago