Grassroots relay, vintage cars, and mass participation drive October Rose forward
Grassroots relays, car rallies, and multi-sport events drive October Rose participation across southern French communities.
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France Cancer Awareness Fundraising
Community-driven fundraising initiatives in France focused on cancer research and patient support, including personal treatment journeys and charitable events.
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2026-10-01 to 2026-10-29 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 1 Oct, 05:47 UTC
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Labastide-d'Anjou team organizes 24-hour solidarity relay for Octobre Rose
A team of approximately 20 participants from Labastide-d'Anjou organized a 24-hour solidarity relay event in support of Octobre Rose (Breast Cancer Awareness Month) at Square André Corre in Castelnaudary. The event ran from Saturday, October 10 at 11:00 AM to Sunday, October 11 at 11:00 AM, with participants walking, running, or cycling in one-hour time slots. All proceeds were donated to the research department of IUCT Oncopole in Toulouse.
Rosa'lies vintage car rally organized in Decazeville for breast cancer support
The second edition of Rosa'lies, a vintage and classic car rally, was organized on Saturday, October 17, 2026, departing at 2:00 PM from Le Laminoir in Decazeville. The 130-kilometer rally was organized by Défi Racing and the Decazeville municipal government with its CCAS (Centre communal d'action sociale). The event included a dinner at Le Laminoir in the evening, with all proceeds donated to the Ligue contre le cancer Aveyron (Cancer League of Aveyron).
Fargues-sur-Ourbise hosts 200-participant walking and cycling event for Octobre Rose
A Octobre Rose solidarity event was held in Fargues-sur-Ourbise with 200 participants in a walking and cycling rally. Participants came from across the department as well as from Salles and Illats in the Gironde region. The event featured a secure and well-organized route, a lottery, t-shirt sales, and food sales. Proceeds were donated to Action Cancer 47 and the Committee of Cancerology.
Lourdes offers free funicular access for October Rose closing celebration
On Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM, Lourdes held an October Rose celebration at Pic du Jer summit. Free funicular access was provided for women wearing pink clothing and children under 12 years old. Free cave tours were offered at 2, 3, and 4 PM, with DJ musical entertainment in the afternoon. The last funicular departure was scheduled for 5 PM.
Bra collection campaign organized across Agen agglomeration for cancer support
The Agglomeration of Agen and AFDAS organized a large collection of bras running until October 20, 2026. A solidarity sale was planned for Friday, October 23 at AFDAS, with proceeds benefiting the Cancerology Committee 47. Multiple collection points were established throughout the agglomeration.
Val-au-Perche organizes second edition of October Rose sporting event
The commune of Val-au-Perche held its second October Rose event on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at L'Hermitière. The event featured a 6 km walk or run open to all participants. Registration began at 1:30 PM at the Bernadette Lallier multipurpose hall with various workshops and group warm-up led by sports coach Xavier Fine. The event departure was at 2:30 PM. All proceeds were donated to the League Against Cancer.
Estillac organizes solidarity hiking event for breast cancer awareness
A sporting and solidarity morning was scheduled for Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Estillac. The event begins at 9 AM at the town hall with three hiking route options: 5, 7, or 11 kilometers. Participation cost is 6 euros with refreshments and aperitif provided by the commune. After the walk, a communal meal is offered at 14 euros per person. All proceeds from the event are donated to Action Cancer 47.
Lourdes combines art and breast cancer prevention in creative day
On Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM at the Paulo Coelho radiology center in Lourdes, an event titled "Le sein au cœur de l'art" (The breast at the heart of art) mixed prevention with creative activities. Programming included a photo workshop, an exhibition titled "Ce que le corps murmure" (What the body whispers), temporary tattoo workshop, and creative workshop. Mammograms were available by appointment (06 35 06 15 76).
Estillac inaugurates pink bench for October Rose breast cancer awareness campaign
The commune of Estillac installed a pink bench on the town premises as part of its role as godmother municipality for October Rose 2026. The inauguration was attended by Mayor Jean-Marc Gilly and Yan Baudoux, president of Action Cancer 47. The bench joins previously installed blue and yellow benches as symbols of awareness, prevention, and solidarity around breast cancer.
Lourdes prevention village hosts breast cancer awareness activities
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9 AM to 1 PM, a prevention village was held at Place du Champ Commun in Lourdes. Multiple professionals and associations provided information on breast cancer prevention and support. Activities included self-examination workshops with the League Against Cancer 65 and the Breast Institute, screening awareness with the Prévent'TIMM mobile unit, socio-esthetician advice, adapted physical activity discovery, reflexology, and sports-health association presentations. A participatory contemporary dance performance occurred at 10:30 AM.
Serres-Castet hosts comprehensive October Rose awareness day with multiple activities
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, Serres-Casket dedicated an entire day to breast cancer screening awareness on the Place des Quatre-Saisons. Activities began at 9 AM with a walking and cycling hike organized by the Amicale laïque. Prevention stands and awareness workshops were held by the League Against Cancer, CPAM, France services, and other organizations. A flash-mob occurred at 11 AM, followed by a paddel tournament at the tennis club in the afternoon and a Zumba session from 4 to 5 PM.
Lourdes offers wellness day with health services and beauty treatments
On Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM (with lunch break), a wellness day titled "Une pause au féminin" was organized at the Paulo Coelho radiology center in Lourdes. Activities included self-examination workshops with the Breast Institute, hairdressing, reflexology, and wellness workshops. Mammograms were offered by appointment (phone: 06 35 06 15 76) in partnership with Scanpy imaging center, requiring standard conditions including medical prescription and health insurance card.
Lourdes hosts major October Rose sporting event at lake with multiple races
A major sporting day for October Rose was held on Sunday, October 11, 2026 at Lourdes lake. A timed race of 9.2 km for adults registered from 8 to 9:30 AM at 10 euros per person (ages 15+), departing at 9:30 AM. A 6 km walk followed at 10 AM, and a 1 km children's race at 11:30 AM. The afternoon featured exhibitions and animations from 2 to 5 PM, including lake rides with Dragon Ladies and merchandise sales. A choir performance occurred at 3 PM. The previous year's lake event raised 4,000 euros, with total October Rose activities raising over 7,800 euros.
Woman completes radiotherapy treatment for hormone-dependent breast cancer in Lorient
Karine Le Ninivin, a 34-year-old from Hennebont, completed her final radiotherapy session on September 25, 2026, at Hôpital du Scorff in Lorient after being diagnosed with hormone-dependent breast cancer on January 17, 2026. She underwent 16 chemotherapy sessions, surgery on July 24, 2026 (lumpectomy and axillary dissection), and 20 radiotherapy sessions over four weeks.
Octobre Rose Pétanque Tour launched in Nérac to raise awareness about breast cancer
A petanque tournament called 'Octobre Rose Pétanque Tour' was officially launched on October 2, 2026, in Nérac at O'Valhalla tavern to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer. Players purchase customized cochonnets (jack balls) for €2.50 with €1 going to the Ligue contre le cancer 47. The event will continue throughout October at local markets in Nérac and Lavardac.
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