Bournemouth, Charity, Health & Lifestyle | Posted on January 27th, 2025 | return to news
Join March for Men in Bournemouth
The event to raise funds for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity and to raise awareness of prostate cancer takes place in March.
March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and local people are being urged to take part in March for Men, which will take place on Saturday 29 March at Bournemouth Pier Approach.
It will not only raise funds for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, it is hoped it will encourage open conversations about prostate health.
Whether people are walking 5km with friends, running 10km solo or engaging in any other physical activity, every step taken and every pound raised will support patients and families affected by prostate cancer. Tickets to take part cost £10 per adult and £8 per child aged five to 16. Participants are encouraged to fundraise as well.
Kevin Turner, consultant urological surgeon for University Hospitals Dorset’s Department of Urology, said: “Prostate cancer doesn’t just affect individuals diagnosed – it impacts entire families and communities. It is one of the most common cancers for men, and when found early, prostate cancer is more easily assessed and treated when necessary.
“The more we talk about prostate cancer, the more we can inform men and everyone about the disease. These conversations dispel myths and educate men and their families.
“Community support is always a good thing, and that’s why events like March for Men are great. We are all on the same side and working together to raise money and awareness benefits us all. Plus, March for Men is a fun day to get active and take a step together for our community.”
This year, March for Men is sponsored by local businesses Spetisbury Construction and Oak Business Services.
Sign up for March for Men at: www.uhdcharity.org/m4m
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