On the occasion of World Childhood Cancer Day on February 15, the Super League dedicates to 24th Match of the Super League Interwetten (19-20 / 02/2022), in the match support for children with cancer.
In systematic collaboration with the Association of Parents of Children with Neoplastic Disease “FLAME” and the Association of Parents of Children with Neoplastic Diseases of Northern Greece “SHINE”the Super League and all the teams that make it up, send a message:
“Childhood cancer CAN be cured”
“FLAME” and “LAMPSI” are based significantly on the volunteer work and the awareness of all of us.
The Super League stands as a helper in the life match of “FLAME” and “LAMPSI” and aims to inform all fans, regardless of collective preference, about the possibilities of social and economic contribution for the best medical, mental and social care for children and their parents.
In this context, the football players and the referees in all the matches of the 24th match day will wear T-shirts with messages of support for the work of “FLAME” and “LIGHT” and the life match given by the children and their families, while at the same time They also hold signs with messages of support for this initiative.
THE Mr. Dimitris Sandalispresident of the “Lampsi” association noted:
“February 15th is a day of great importance for us. The” Lampsi “Association since 1987 helps children with cancer financially, psychologically and morally and their families. We are grateful to those who stand by us in this effort. We would like to deeply thank the Super League, all the teams that make it up, as well as its president, Mr. George Borovilos, who for another year, strengthens our work, dedicating the 24th game to the game against children cancer and helps spread our message: Childhood cancer can be cured! “
For her part, Ms. Maria Tryfonidi, Chairman of the Board of the “Flame” association, stressed:
“World Childhood Cancer Day has been established around the world on February 15th.
It is a day of awareness for the needs of children suffering from cancer, dedicated to those children who now face cancer with courage and bravery, to those who have recovered, but also to those who are no longer with us.
On behalf of the parents and children of Flame, the Panhellenic Association of Parents of Children with Neoplastic Disease, we would like to thank the Super League for its long-term and multifaceted offer.
Every year, he is by our side, strengthens us morally and materially and strengthens our voices. Together we convey the most powerful and essential message: “Childhood cancer CAN be cured”.
World Childhood Cancer Day aims to inform and raise awareness of the wider social environment about the needs of children with cancer and the importance of early diagnosis.
It is estimated that, in the world, Every year, 250,000 children get cancerof which only 20% have access to proper medical care.
80% of them come from developing countries, where there is no possibility of diagnosis and proper treatment.
Over 150,000 deaths each yearcould have been avoided, if early diagnosis and specialized treatment was possible in all children.
In our country it is estimated that every year 280 – 300 children get sick.
80% of them, with specialized treatment, win the battle for life.
There is no prevention for childhood cancer, however early diagnosis leads to cure for most children.
That is why special importance must be given to:
· Training health professionals to be able to diagnose the disease early and
· Correct information of the parents, so that they can be addressed in time to the pediatric hospitals.
The “Flame” and “Shine” Associations
are next to families, share their fears and anxieties and support their struggle in every way.
They try to properly inform the public about childhood cancer and dispel prejudices.
Childhood cancer can be cured!
Children have the right to proper medical care, regardless of their national, social or economic status!
Children with cancer need us all!
FLAME
Association of Parents of Children with Neoplastic Disease
Aigiou 6-8 115-27 Goudi – Athens
Tel. 210-7485000, Fax 210-7772421
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.floga.org.gr
SHINE
Association of Parents of Children with Neoplastic Diseases – Northern Greece
Kleanthous 5 and Papanastasiou, 54453, Thessaloniki
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.lampsi.org
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