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October 13, 2024
Nicky Fullerton, 11, of Crookston, Glasgow, who survived acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, signalled the start with breast cancer sufferer Julie Brown. Mrs Brown, who is also from the city, said: “Taking part in Race for Life has been an emotional experience, especially looking at all the ‘back signs’ that women wear at the event, declaring why they are taking part in Race for Life.”
Nicky, who was diagnosed in 2010 and has been given the all clear from the disease, ran with her mother Alison, who said: “This was our second year taking part in Race for Life and we loved every minute of it. Being part of a group of women who are so determined to beat cancer was just brilliant. I was so glad to be able to give something back.”
A number of runners wore T-shirts with slogans warning they were “coming to get” cancer as a symbol of their commitment. Other entrants had prams and wheelchairs, and there were even dogs dressed up in tutus.
Runner Angela Bentley from Glasgow said: “I’m here running today with Fiona Watson for Leeanne McFarlane, who lost her life to cancer. Today would have been her wedding day.
“We need to beat this disease. Cancer doesn’t care about who you are or what age you are – it kills indiscriminately and something has to be done.”
Anne Walsh, Doreen Walsh and cancer survivor Yvonne McMerriman all ran, raising more than £700.
Zoe Beattie, from King’s Park, ran for her grandparents, who are both battling cancer. She added: “It was a fantastic atmosphere and I would race again every year to help find a cure for cancer.”
Claire Macauley was the first woman to cross the finish line, in 17 minutes and 28 seconds.
Source The Herald