Today marked one of the many events held by the Guyana Cancer Foundation in observation of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was the 11th annual Breast Cancer Fitness Walk done to raise awareness for those living with breast cancer, those who have died with it and those who have beat the odds and survived this dreaded disease. The walk, despite scattered showers began at 6 am and started at the Parade Ground, Middle Street. Throughout the march, the rain was ever present and kept some of the participants drenched. However, because of the representation, persons were persistent and kept going. They traveled out onto Camp Street through North Road and then back to Parade Ground. It was at this point that a health fair was held allowing participants to gain knowledge of the disease and what measure could be put in place to prevent and even cure it.
This walk is perhaps one of the most well known observation of breast cancer awareness month in Guyana. That is why, despite the rain a lot of persons came out in their pink in the effort to support those who have been affected by breast cancer.
