Claire Perry takes part in Cancer Research UK's Race for Life

Claire Perry, MP for the Devizes constituency has given her full support for Cancer Research UK by signing up to complete the Race for Life. The race takes place on 18th May in Battersea Park. The race aims to raise money for Cancer Research which is committed to funding research into the causes of cancer and how to prevent the disease developing in the first place. Claire is encouraging people to join in the Race for Life and donate what they can for this great charity.

Supporting the event, Claire said:

"You don't need to be an athlete to take part in Race for Life; you just need bags of enthusiasm (which I hope will be enough as my training has been woefully limited). I am really excited to be part of something that pulls women together for such a worthwhile cause. Cancer Research UK is constantly finding new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, but they can only maintain doing that through our continued support. Over 4,000 doctors, nurses and scientists across the UK are supported by Cancer Research UK who work tirelessly to investigate new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the disease. It is so important that we continue to support the work of not only those who conduct research, but also those who help patients and their families get the vital information they need to understand cancer. I am really looking forward to taking part in the Race for Life on Wednesday 18th May. Please sponsor me through my JustGiving page at: www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/claireperrymp"

Notes:

1. Claire's JustGiving page for Cancer Research UK can be found at: www.raceforlifesponsorme.org/claireperrymp
2. The Race for Life will take place in Battersea Park, London starting at 7pm.
3. The race is 5 kilometres long.
4. The event's fundraising target is £804,494
5. They hope that one million women throughout the country will take part.
6. Every two minutes someone is diagnosed with Cancer.
7. Cancer Research UK funded the work of over 4,000 scientists, doctors and nurses across the UK.
8. If you would like to know more about Cancer Research UK then visit www.cancerhelp.org.uk
9. People wanting more information about or to sign up for the Race for Life should visit www.raceforlife.org or call 0871 641 1111.

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