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Move More has revealed new evidence that demonstrates the importance of exercise during the recovery process for cancer patients. “Cancer patients would be shocked if they knew just how much of a benefit physical activity could have on their recovery and long term health.” ‘’As a cancer patient myself I realise how much exercise helped me after my chemotherapy. I also know that during such a difficult time most patients simply can't afford membership in their local leisure centres.  Therefore together in partnership with Active Nation we’ve come up with initiative to help people affected by cancer to overcome this problem.’’- Marek Krasnansky                                This is where you come in, if you raise £100+ in sponsorships you’ll receive a full membership for your nominated person that is/ has been affected by cancer to help him with their recovery. Don't worry if you raise less, you can still nominate a person who will be entered into a raffle draw for half a year’s membership.  In case you don’t wish to nominate please still feel welcome to donate. All raised money will proceed towards memberships for cancer affected people. Terms & Condition apply A lack of physical activity may be putting 1.6 million cancer survivors at risk of long term health issues. ~~~~ Breast cancer patients can reduce the risk of reoccurrence or even death by 40% by completing ‘recommended’ amounts of exercise. ~~~~ The risk of prostate cancer can be cut by 30 % with ‘recommended’ amounts of physical activity - 150 minutes of moderate activity a week. ~~~~ The risk to bowel cancer patients can fall by up to half with ‘significant’ levels of physical activity - around six hours of moderate intensity activity a week. ~~~~ All cancer sufferers can reduce the risks of side effects of treatment- such as fatigue, depression and heart disease - by doing the recommended amount of exercise.   A new report by Macmillan Cancer Support As little as 15 minutes of exercise a day reduces our risk of cancer—by 14 percent and adds about three years to our lives. According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, more than 100,000 cases of cancer each year are caused by excess body fat. Regular exercise can help reduce the risk of cancer reoccurring, according to Macmillan Cancer support. ~~~~ All proceeds raised from booking fee will go to Cancer Treatment department at Southampton General Hospital. All money raised from donations will go towards Active Nation annual memberships for those who are currently affected by cancer. ~~~~ You can donate through JustGiving its simple, fast and totally secure. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate and will reduce costs for the charity. So please dig deep and donate now.

Le Tour of Life 2011 Sponsorship donations

Le Tour of Life 2011 Sponsorship donations

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