Media Release
20 October 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Go pink this October and support Australian
women with breast cancer
Monday, 25
October is Pink Ribbon Day – a day when all Australians can come together to show their
support for the one in nine Australian women who will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85.
Cancer Council ACT are hosting a Pink Ribbon Day Breakfast on Monday 25 October 2010, at The
Deck, Regatta Point. The guest speaker at this year’s breakfast will be Professor Alan Coates. Professor
Coates was CEO of Cancer Council Australia, between 1998 and 2006. Cancer Council has become
recognised as Australia’s peak non-government cancer control organisation, influencing and guiding
national cancer control policy and action. His work has greatly contributed to reducing the burden and
impact of cancer in Australia.
In Australia, it is estimated that over 12,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, with
more than 2,500 women tragically losing their lives to this terrible disease.
The pink ribbon is the international symbol of support and recognition for women affected by breast
cancer across the globe. This October, you can show your support by buying one of our special Pink
Ribbon Day items, which include a silk ribbon, diamante pin and this year’s collectable Penny Bear in a
pretty pink tutu. Cancer Council ACT will be selling merchandise at the major shopping centres from
Thursday 21st October through to Monday 25th October.
Photo Opportunity
When:
7 am – 9am | Monday 25 October 2010
Where:
The Deck |
Regatta Point
Media contact:
Julieanne Batten | Marketing and Events Coordinator
| Cancer Council ACT
Phone:
6257 9999 or 0458 579 993
Email:
events@actcancer.org
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