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THE CHALLENGE: On 24 August 2015, fourteen members of Teambike are aiming to cycle over the
three legendary peaks of the Dolomites in Northern Italy in order to raise
money for a specific prostate cancer research project at the University
College London Hospital.Starting
at Bormio, the cyclists begin with the seriously steep Mortirola (1852 metres)
and will go on to the Gavia (2652 metres) before topping out on the Stelvio at
2758 metres before returning to Bormio. The total climbing in one day will be
5397 metres, with the additional challenge of the August heat and the total
distance of 143km.
WHY? Last November I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I have been fortunate to
receive the benefit of excellent care and treatment at the UCLH Hospital
and UCH Cancer Centre which is the direct result of both the NHS and
charitable donations that have supported research over many years. Ongoing prostate cancer research is essential in helping to improve diagnoses
and treatment. I am hoping that by undertaking our Dolomite Challenge we will
raise £5000 for a study investigating the role of imaging in detecting
response to treatment of prostate cancer. I can provide more detailed information about the research if you contact meon: roger.mackenzie@outlook.com
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