- Delayed diagnosis (compared to continental Europe)
- Poorer survival rates      "                      "              "
- Being subject to a 'postcode lottery' in reference to treatment
- Being subject to inequalitties depending on socio-economic background and/or age group
- UK citizens are less likely to receive some cancer treatments in comparison to counterparts in Europe
- Suffering delays after being referred to specialist services

These stats became reality in my life when one of my closest friends who worked in UK as a doctor for more than 14 years was diagnosed with stomach cancer.  The opportunity of receiving a comprehensive package of care which included surgery, inmunotherapy, chemotherapy and rehabilitation were made available for him in Hamburg (Germany). 

It was in this context that I made a personal commitment to cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats ( total distance  874 miles ).  My expectation is that by sponsoring me, you will be contributing towards improving the quality of care and overall opportunities for cancer patients living across the UK, making them comparable with those in continental Europe.  

                                                                                         Many thanks              

Related links:

-         http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1270160/Betrayed-NHS-Doctor-gave-life-health-service-refused-vital-cancer-drugs-save-her.html