Overcoming Cancer in Developing Countries

Nearly 8 million people die from cancer every year. Over 70% of these deaths (i.e. 5.5 million deaths) occur in the low and middle income countries. World Health Organization data shows that cancer is now killing more peole in a year than malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS combined and predicts that global cancer mortality will rise from 8 million to 12 million over the next 12 years, with an even higher proportion coming from developing countries.

Every pound will help Fight Cancer, Save Lives. Please choose Gift Aid when you make a donation.

If you want to send us your cheque, please make it to "INCTR Challenge Fund". Download this Gift Aid form, kindly fill in and return it with the cheque to our postal address.

Alternatively, raise fund while having fun! Let the world know about your good work.

Working with INCTR in Developing Countries

Paediatric Oncology Clinical Director in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Ethiopia has a population of over 80 million people and no childhood cancer specialists. INCTR is looking for an experienced Paediatric Oncologist ready to work in Ethiopia with others to improve survival rates for patients with curable pediatric/adolescent cancers and to establish a centre of excellence at the Tikur Anbessa (‘Black Lion’) Specialized Hospital, Addis Ababa that will serve as a model for sub-Saharan Africa. (Photo: Dr. T Scanlan and colleague at ORCI, Tanzania)

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have extensive clinical and programme management experience, along with a proven commitment to social justice and global health delivery. Please click here for details.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Application should be returned via email to Dr Aziza Shad (shada(at)gunet.georgetown.edu with copy to phillip.dcohen(at)gmail.com). Thank you.

INCTR Team
26th January 2012

Reading Half Marathon 2012

The Reading Half Marathon 2012 priority entry is to open soon! The race date is scheduled on Sunday 1st April 2012. Yes! April Fools Day. Would you like to challenge the 21.3 miles run on that day? Make it an unforgettable day. Run for us :) Help Raise awareness about cancer in developing countries as well as raise funds to support our charitable cancer treatments in Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria; and pain relief programme in Nepal and India. Sign up today. We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you.

900 miles cycling raised over £11,000 in memorial of Chris

On the 19th June 2011, Matthew Blagg has completed the 9 days, 900 miles cycling challenge in memorial of Christopher Niblett, his former school mate who died from Burkitt lymphoma in 2006. Over £11,000 has been raised through this race. With that more than 60 children with this common childhood cancer can be treated freely. You can still support Matt on http://www.justgiving.com/Matthew-Blagg

After the race, Matthew has said…‘I am both pleased and relieved to say I completed the ride from John O'Groats to Lands End. My knees are rather sore but otherwise no major problems or incidents to report. There was some great scenery at times, although often the best vistas were hidden by rain and mist.

Miles covered: 975 (included one very long diversion and one missed turn)
Days it rained: 8 out 9!
Punctures: Just 2
Daily calorie intake: Probably somewhere around 10,000 calories and more than necessary… but I was hungry
Worst moment: Preston to Wigan - the rain was so heavy that the streets were 4 inches deep in water and the drains were overflowing… and then a large lorry passed us at speed
Best moment: Finishing

Do it for Us

DoItForCharity London to Brighton Cycle 2012
Sunday 16th September 2012
The Doitforcharity.com London to Brighton Cycle Ride is a fundraising challenge starting in London and finishing on the Brighton sea front. Over 2000 people are expected to take part raising funds for hundreds of different charities and now this is your chance to join them!
Location: London to Brighton
Registration Fee: £30
Sponsorship Level: £100

DoItForCharity SuperHero Run 2012
13th May 2012
The London super hero run is a brilliant charity fun run over 5k or 10k! Read more about how you can join in! FREE costumes for every participant!
Location: Regents Park, London (tbc*)
Registration Fee: £20
Sponsorship Level: £100