SISTERS are doing it for themselves in the race to beat breast cancer.
Caroline and Rachael Storm, from Appleton Roebuck, have joined the
Breast Cancer Campaign’s Jigsaw runner’s team, and will take part in
The Great North Run on September 20.
The two sisters, who are both nurses in the British Army, recently
lost their neighbour, Meredith Ziegler, to the killer disease, which
has provided them with the inspiration to raise money for the charity.
Caroline said: “Meredith recently lost her battle with breast
cancer, leaving a significant imprint upon both of our lives with her
optimistic character.
“She was exceptionally brave and courageous throughout her illness
which inspired us both to complete the Great North Run in her memory,
and raising money for the Breast Cancer Campaign would be 
the perfect
way of achieving this.”
In the UK there are nearly 46,000 new cases per year, making it the
most common form of cancers among women. The pair hope to raise £700
for the charity, which funds research into the understanding and
treatment of the disease. It currently runs 106 research projects worth
£14.3 million in 42 centres throughout the UK and Ireland.
Louise Garrahan, from The Breast Cancer Campaign, said: “We are
thrilled to have the sisters on board to help the 45,500 women who are
diagnosed with breast cancer each year. They are taking part in the
race in tribute to their friend and we wish them the best of luck.”
The women have been training hard for the event and are determined
to complete the 13-mile course in the world’s largest half-marathon.
Rachael said: “I’ve never run that far before, but I am determined
to complete the course for Meredith and to raise funds for The Breast
Cancer Campaign.”
To help Caroline and Rachael reach their target, phone The Breast
Cancer Campaign on 020 7749 3700. If you are already competing in The
Great North Run and you would like to join the Jigsaw Runners team,
visit www.breastcancercampaign.org and you will receive a professional
running vest and importantly give hope to thousands of women throughout
the country.
Source:The press.co.uk
