Singapenn marathon held in Chennai for awareness of cervical cancer
The Singappen marathon was held in Chennai to raise awareness about cervical cancer and promote the national women's safety helpline. Over 3,000 participants joined the event, which was organized by the Rotary Club of Madras Central and the Singappen Special Force.
Why it matters
Public health campaigns like this are crucial in India, which accounts for a significant portion of global cervical cancer mortality, to encourage early detection and safety awareness.
Singappen Special Force chief K. Bhavaneeswari flagged off the Singappen marathon for creating awareness about cervical cancer and promoting the women safety helpline in the Marina Beach on Sunday. The marathon was held from Island Grounds to Light House.
The marathon, organised by the Rotary Club of Madras Central, InnerWheel Clubs of District 323 and the Singappen Special Force (SSF), saw the participation of more than 3,000 people.
Inaugurating the marathon, Ms. Bhavaneeswari emphasised the need for creating awareness among women for eradicating cervical cancer and also the need to strengthen women safety through the national women helpline no. 1091.
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