Westville Boys’ run to raise awareness on cancer
The Hollard Daredevil Run started in 2009 to help raise awareness about prostate and testicular cancer.
WESTVILLE Boys’ High School joined hundreds of men and boys in purple speedos by bravely running 5km in aid of male cancer awareness in the 2023 Hollard Daredevil Run.
Teams of brave men in their speedos are expected to be seen around Durban throughout the day.
“The Hollard Daredevil Run has become a nationwide phenomenon since it first started in 2009, raising eyebrows and raising awareness about prostate and testicular cancer.
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“We set out this year to achieve the biggest and bravest run to date, and we have achieved just that. This run goes from strength to strength each year, and we cannot be prouder,” said Warwick Bloom, head of group marketing at Hollard.
More than 3 000 runners signed up for the Hollard Daredevil Run.
According to Bloom, this year also saw more high schools taking part than ever before, with many schools and hundreds of learners in provinces around the country getting teams together to support the cause.
“Many men may be reluctant to talk about health issues or seek professional help. It is for this reason that cancer is often diagnosed later and perhaps at a more advanced stage.
“Detecting and treating these cancers early means better futures for men and their families around the country,” said Bloom.
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