Latest update November 21st, 2024 1:00 AM
Cancer Awareness Month – Ansa Mc Al contributes to cancer fight
Ansa Mc AL Managing Director Ms. Beverly Harper hands over cheque to Andrea Joseph Director of the Periwinkle Club in the presence of other employees.
In a show of support to the fight against breast cancer, the staff of Ansa Mc Al made a monetary donation to the Periwinkle Club, a support group which caters to the needs of cancer patients, survivors and their families.
A cheque was presented to the Director of the Periwinkle Club Ms. Andrea Joseph yesterday in the presence of Ansa Mc AL employees “all decked in pink.”
Managing Director of the Trinidadian Beverage Company, Ms. Beverly Harper, noted that the staff participated in a “Pink Friday,” affair in keeping with breast cancer awareness month activities.
“This was actually the idea of our Marketing Manager Troy Cadogan but, as a company we at Ansa Mc AL have also been aware of our corporate responsibility to show support in tackling women’s issues.”
Ms. Harper said that the company plans to do more with regards to aiding persons affected by cancer.
“We will continue our support… in fact, money was collected from the staff to start a fund to provide support in cases whereby employees or relatives of employees need treatment for the disease.”
Ms. Joseph expressed appreciation for the donation, which she says will be used to fulfill the group’s mandate.
“The thoughtful donations and kindness of corporate contributors helps to push the work of the Periwinkle club and we are eternally grateful. I assure that it will be used to meaningfully help persons, who find themselves unfortunately affected by cancer.”
Joseph disclosed that the group has intensified its awareness campaigns throughout October – Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“We provide support to persons affected by cancer, whether it is breast or cervical cancer…We even had male members of our club.
During Breast Cancer Awareness month we started off our activities with a church service and an awareness activity outside the City Mall. We also hosted sensitization programmes on the radio and television,” she added
Joseph emphasized the important role of early detection in the fight against cancer.
“Early detection is essential in staying healthy and living a life free from cancer.”
The Periwinkle Club Inc is a cancer support group focused on raising awareness among cancer survivors and members of the public about the risks of cancer and offering approaches for coping with the disease.
The Club collaborates with several local and international organizations to provide cancer survivors with support for diagnosis and treatment as well as for nutritional and emotional wellbeing.
The Periwinkle club is completely supported by fund-raising and donations from individuals and other charitable organizations.
The organisation evolved in 2006 out of the request for a cancer support group by a cancer survivor.
The club provides food hampers and supplies, counseling services, sponsors health talks, hospital and home visits, referrals, and other necessities to those affected by the disease.
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