Cancer statistics tell us that one out of two Canadians will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their life, and one out of four will die from the disease.

 

But the Canadian Cancer Society hopes to improve those statistics and increase survival rates through fund raising events like the Relay for Life.

 

The Chair of the Survivors Committee for Thompson’s Relay, Dale Brenton, talks about the Survivors’ Lap at our local event and what it means.

 

"It signifies those who are survivors or cancer-free. and they are cheered on by all participants in an emotional celebration and support for their fight against cancer."

 

If you wish to participate in the Survivors’ Lap, contact Brenton at 307-2248 or email her at brentondale@hotmail.com.

 

Listen to Thompson today at 12:40 and 5:10 this afternoon for more on the Relay for Life, taking place April 18th.