The 18th edition of the walk for early detection of breast cancer is coming

Thousands of people took to the streets in 2023 to raise awareness about early detection of breast cancer (Avon Foundation)

A new edition of the Avon Walkthe awareness event about the country’s largest breast cancerIt will take place at Av. Figueroa Alcorta and Av. Monroe (CABA) on Sunday, September 29, starting at 7:30 am.

In its 18th edition, Avon y Avon Foundation They are once again setting up this meeting space to walk under a common cause: to promote the early detection of this disease. “Being there for them at every step” is the slogan chosen for this year, an invitation to reflect collectively on the importance of the early detection of the breast cancer and rethink the role that each person, organization and institution has in it.

According to the results of the Regional public opinion survey on breast cancerThis disease is the main cause of cancer-related death among women and, although the severity of the problem is known, awareness is not translating into more check-ups or early detection actions.

Women and men unite to promote breast health as a right (Avon Foundation)

This study showed that only 6 out of 10 women over 40 years old undergo mammograms on an annual basis. In many cases, they fail to prioritize the care of the health due to their role in caring for their families, lack of time due to double work shifts, difficulties in accessing studies or medical consultations, and even lack of knowledge about detection methods o symptomatology.

The Avon Walk brings together different people who, motivated by the cause, join together one more year to promote the breast health as a right of all people. “That is why it is time to ‘be there for them every step of the way’, creating networks and links of support and containment, and promoting access to information to save lives,” she said. Ana Ines Alvarezexecutive director of Avon Foundation.

Each participant will receive a kit consisting of a reusable bag, the official T-shirt of the Avon Walk 2024 and branded products.

People of all ages will be able to participate in the Race (Avon Foundation)

Registered persons will be able to withdraw their kit in person at the headquarters of Runners Clubat Av. Monroe 916, CABA. They will be available from the end of August. It is recommended to follow the social networks @fundacionavonargentina and @clubdecorredoresok to find out the exact dates.

Tickets can also be picked up at the venue on the day of the event, from 6:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. If you registered online, you only need to present your ID to pick them up. If you purchased your registration through an Independent Avon Reseller, you must present the payment voucher or coupon, the signed registration form and your ID.