Newcastle Lions to ‘stride’ for diabetes awareness

Members of the Newcastle Lions Club, along with their friends and families, will walk in the Strides: Lions for Diabetes Awareness on Saturday, November 19.

The fun walk/run will begin at 8am from the New Active Health and Fitness.

Total distance covered will be a 5km fun walk and a 10km fun run, and 200 people are expected to participate.

Health screenings and information will be available to the public free of charge near the finish line.

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“There’s still time to gather your family, friends and neighbours to walk in the Strides event. This is an enjoyable way for the community to join in the fight against diabetes.

In addition, we will be able to take your registration at the New Active from 7am,” said Lions Club president Lize Smith.

Lions all over the world organise Strides events in their communities to raise awareness of diabetes and its complications and to provide information on preventing and managing the disease. These events promote regular, healthy exercise and include participants of all ages.

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Lions Clubs International is the world’s largest service club organisation with nearly 1.3-million members in approximately 46 000 clubs in more than 200 countries and geographical areas around the world.

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Since 1917, Lions have aided the blind and visually impaired and made a strong commitment to community service and serving youth throughout the world.

For more information contact the Newcastle Lions Club president on 082 8599 311 or alternatively to learn more about Lions Clubs International, visit the Web site at www.lionsclubs.org.

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