PEOPLE in Worcestershire are being urged by Cancer Research UK to show their support for cancer patients as momentum builds towards World Cancer Day on February 4.
The charity is calling on men, women and children to take a small action by purchasing a Cancer Research UK ‘Unity Band’ and wearing it with price to create a show of collective force on the day.
The wristband is made of two parts which form a knot to represent strength in unity. They are available in a range of colours from all Cancer Research UK shops for a suggested donation of £2.
The Unity Band represents the power of people joining together to support research and crucial new discoveries which will help more people survive, and the money raised will help scientists to beat cancer sooner.
Paula Young, Cancer Research UK spokesman for Worcestershire, said: “If we unite; we will beat cancer sooner. Thanks to advances being made in research, a small donation can really make a big difference.
“Many of our success stories would not be possible without the commitment of our supporters, who fund the charity’s life-saving work.
“So on February 4, we are calling on people to unite and remember those lost to cancer, celebrate the survivors and rally in support of those currently fighting cancer.”
To find out more visit www.cruk.org/worldcancerday or search #WeWillUnite
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