Avon Justine invites women to join the iThemba Walkathon and focus on their breast health during October.
Did you know that one in 26 South African women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime?
This is a frightening statistic, but there are steps that you can take to lessen your chance of getting breast cancer by making certain healthy lifestyle changes. One of the changes you can start with is exercising regularly.
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Lifestyle factors can lower your risk of breast cancer
A 2018 global study of 19 000 respondents from various countries showed that there is low awareness among woman of the fact that some lifestyle factors could prevent breast cancer.
For example, 64% of the women surveyed weren’t aware that regular exercise – like walking – could help to lower their risk of developing breast cancer.
Show your support with the iThemba Walkathon
What better way to get exercise and show your support for breast cancer awareness than joining the iThemba Walkathon?
You can even make it a day out and let your family and friends join in the fun!
Avon Justine will be hosting their 14th annual iThemba Walkathon for breast cancer awareness on 20 October 2019 at Marks Park Sports Club, Emmarentia.
Participate in the iThemba Walkathon by pre-registering on ithembawalkathon.co.za, the iThemba Walkathon Facebook Page or at participating Sportsman’s Warehouse stores.
Entrance is only R175 per adult and R115 per child between 2 and 12 years old. You can choose whether you want to walk 5km or 8km.
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