Coimbra receives first Pink October Race to promote breast cancer prevention
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Coimbra receives first Pink October Race to promote breast cancer prevention

Correio da Manhã7 September 2026 at 13:47

Coimbra hosts the first edition of the Pink October Race, an event dedicated to promoting breast cancer prevention. The race is scheduled for October 10th, starting at 5:00 PM.

The event aims to raise awareness among the population about the importance of prevention and early diagnosis of breast cancer, one of the most common forms of cancer among women worldwide.

The initiative takes place within the scope of the Pink October movement, which is celebrated internationally throughout the month of October and aims to raise awareness about the need for regular screenings and preventive health care.

The city of Coimbra is the host of this first edition of the race, which brings together sports and awareness for a public health cause that affects millions of people.

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