The 12th Annual ADCB Zayed Sports City Pink Run, in partnership with Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women & Children, an M42 company, is set to take place on the 21st of October and continue its unwavering commitment to raising awareness for breast cancer. This event, a long-standing symbol of hope, will once again unite the community in the battle against breast cancer.
The run has consistently been at the forefront of Breast Cancer Awareness initiatives in the region. Each year, Danat Al Emarat’s involvement in the run aligns with its wider objectives of raising awareness around the disease and support Al Jalila Foundation in its efforts to raise funds for breast cancer initiatives.
Over the past 11 years, the run has been a driving force behind breast cancer awareness initiatives, raising over AED 420,000 for the Al Jalila Foundation for Breast Cancer Initiatives, in collaboration with Danat Al Emarat. The foundation provides financial support for those battling breast cancer, raising awareness around early detection and investing in local breast cancer research.
Omar Al Naqbi, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Danat Al Emarat said: “At Danat Al Emarat Hospital for Women and Children, we are determined to show our support for breast cancer patients not only in October during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but throughout the year, when screening and detection campaigns remain critical. We believe that if patients and physicians are proactive about assessing risk, and undertaking screenings, it is possible to effectively provide treatment. The annual pink run provides an opportunity to collectively reflect on and provide support to those undergoing breast cancer treatment and enable a platform for greater conversation around the subject.”
Starting and finishing inside the Zayed Football Stadium, participants have the choice to do a 3km, 5km or 10km run. All those taking part will not only have the opportunity to contribute to this cause but will also receive special t-shirts and commemorative finishers’ medals as a token of appreciation for their support.
Event Details:
Date: 21st October, 2023
Location: Zayed Football Stadium, Abu Dhabi
Timings:
- 6:30 am: Race start for 10km
- 6:45 am: Race start for 5km
- 7:10 am: Race start for 3km
Danat Al Emarat is also organizing online events throughout month around breast cancer awareness and fertility preservation. Later in the month, on the 28th of October, Danat Al Emarat will collaborate with the Al Ain Zoo to host its first ever pink run.
Find out more about ongoing Breast Cancer Awareness Month activities on Danat Al Emarat’s Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/danatalemarat_/
