Topic: Cayman Islands Cancer Society
Cayman dances, cheers and shows up big to give cancer the boot
Cayman residents channeled their inner cowboy and cowgirl to support the Cayman Islands Cancer Society at the 'Give Cancer the Boot' event at Sandbar on 1 May.
Cancer charities hold candlelight vigils to mark World Cancer Day
The Cayman Islands Cancer Society and the Breast Cancer Foundation brought the community together in powerful displays of unity and remembrance through two candlelight vigils held in observance of World Cancer Day.
Striders out in force to support Cancer Society
More than 1,500 runners, joggers and walkers gathered by Public Beach in the pre-dawn darkness on Sunday, ready to take part in the annual Stride Against Cancer.
Cancer survivors celebrate life and each other
More than 150 cancer survivors gathered for an evening of celebration, hope and inspiration last week at an annual dinner organised by the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Say no to e-cigarettes for World No Tobacco Day
To mark World No Tobacco Day, observed 31 May every year, the Cayman Islands Cancer Society and the National Drug Council are urging everyone to reject the marketing tactics of the tobacco and e-cigarette industries.
Fashion show raises more than $42,000 for Cancer Society
The annual fashion fundraiser, Catwalk for Cancer, held at the Paseo in Camana Bay on Thursday, 20 March, raised more than $42,000 for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, organisers said.
Breast Cancer Foundation donates $100,000 to Cancer Society
The Breast Cancer Foundation has confirmed its ongoing support for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society with a donation of $100,000 for 2025.
Fashionable fundraising
Catwalk for Cancer supports Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Dancers take to the air for spectacular Christmas performance
Performers at 'The Enchanted Snow Globe' show at the Harquail Theatre over the weekend were certainly not keeping their feet on the ground for the spectacle that highlighted the incredible talent of Quinntessential Movement's dancers.
Carmassi wins inaugural Rec Room 5K
The first ever Rec Room 5K ‘Movember’ run took place on Saturday 23 Nov., with first place going to Enrico Carmassi, who finished with...
Cayman coach Derek Larner remembered with memorial run
Derek Larner, one of the most beloved long distance coaches will be commemorated with a memorial run, named in his honour in the new...
Kilimanjaro climb raises $22,000 for Cayman Islands Cancer Society
Six Cayman Islands residents summited Mount Kilimanjaro last month, raising more than US$22,000 for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Community shares love for young heart patient
Latetia Litchmore and her young son Josiah, who have faced respective diagnoses of pancreatic cancer and a congenital heart defect over the past year, were all smiles this weekend, surrounded by supporters attending the Music for the Heart charity concert.
Cancer survivors offer a wall of support to those battling the disease
When patients facing the daunting treatment of cancer enter the main Cayman Islands Hospital hallway, they will now be greeted by the smiling faces of 132 fellow community members who survived the disease.
Catwalk for Cancer raises $30,000
The Paseo at Camana Bay was alive with fashion, colour and community spirit as the Cayman Islands Cancer Society hosted its fourth annual Catwalk for Cancer fundraiser which pulled in a record $30,000 for the non-profit.
Candlelight vigil marks World Cancer Day
The Crescent at Camana Bay was aglow in lavender Sunday, to mark World Cancer Day, a global initiative held annually on 4 Feb., to raise awareness of cancer and to promote prevention, detection and treatment.
Cayman to light up lavender for cancer awareness month
Lavender light will shine across Cayman throughout February to mark World Cancer Awareness Month, which encourages regular medical check-ups, pre-screening, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Community members scoot, stroll and stride against cancer
An estimated 1,200 people joined the Stride Against Cancer on Sunday, starting and ending at West End's Public Beach.
Movember on course to raise $75,000 for charity
Across the Cayman Islands throughout November, upper lip hair was combed, curled and coiffed to raise awareness of men's health issues.
Movember embraces the upper lip hair for charity
It's hard to believe it's already here again!
Movember has returned – the international fundraiser that is also strongly supported in the Cayman Islands –...
Oncologist warns cancer could be ‘next pandemic’
With the world moving on from COVID-19, another threat looms, with a Cayman oncologist warning that cancer could develop into the next pandemic.
Community brings ‘pink energy’ to Camana Bay
Some 365 ladies packed the arts and recreation Centre (ARC) at Camana Bay for the 17th annual Pilates for Pink, a Breast Cancer Awareness fundraiser in support of the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Teen Tyra Abell on a mission to help cancer survivors
Touched by stories of cancer survivors and their financial struggles Cayman student Tyra Abell, at age 13, was moved to help them in her own way.
‘Baking’ a difference in Cayman
When Nicole Crance-Matienzo lost her father to cancer in 2017 she began baking as a form of therapy; now she is using her passion to raise funds for local charities through her non-profit, Bake a Difference Cayman Islands.
Cancer-stricken mom and premature baby fight for life
A cancer-stricken mother, who is fighting to save her life and that of her two-week-old son who was born prematurely with a hole in his heart, says she has been left at a moral crossroads facing insurmountable expenses in a desperate race against the clock.
IMG raises $10,000 for four local charities
The Alex Panton Foundation, Jasmine, Cayman Cancer Society and NCVO have received a total of $10,000 from a fundraising event held by IMG Trust Company. The money, which was divided equally between the non-profit organisations, was raised by IMG at the STEP conference which took place at The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman in January.
Stride Against Cancer hits the road
More than 1,300 people ran and walked along West Bay Road on Sunday morning at the annual Stride Against Cancer, which is the Cayman Islands Cancer Society's main fundraiser.
Mo ‘staches mean mo money for Cancer Society
Yes, it is that time again, when men's upper lips gird their loins, prepping to become hairy in November.
Renamed 'Movember', the 11th month of...
Walk for the Cure supports Cancer Society
On Sunday, 2 Oct. – bright and early – people will gather for the annual Walk for the Cure event at Seven Mile Public...
DG’s 5K Challenge: 800 take part in fundraiser after two-year absence
The Grand Cayman DG’s 5K Challenge took place on Sunday, with almost 800 participants donning their blue event shirt, lacing up their trainers and clocking in their race times.
The long and the short of it: Mom and son donate their lockdown locks
Iris and Adam Stoner faced the chop earlier this week when they took their chairs in front of a mirror at the Focus salon to cut their hair, which hadn't seen a scissors since before the COVID lockdown nearly two years ago.
Lavender cocktails and carnations to mark World Cancer Month
Bars and restaurants throughout Cayman are helping to raise cancer awareness, as well as funds for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, by offering lavender cocktails throughout the month of February, which is World Cancer Month.
More than 1,400 turn out to ‘Stride’ solo against cancer
More than 1,400 walkers and runners took advantage of cool winter breezes to participate in the Stride Against Cancer on Sunday.
Stride Against Cancer set for 30 Jan.
This year's upcoming Stride Against Cancer will feature eight staggered early-morning starts to ensure the popular run/walk adheres to COVID-19 rules on the size of public gatherings.
Cancer Society gets its own stamp
The Cayman Islands Cancer Society is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the issuing of a special stamp and first-day cover.
Mother and son to donate ‘lockdown’ locks for cancer fundraiser
Inspired by her son Adam’s donation of his hair in 2018 to The Princess Trust to be used to make wigs for paediatric cancer patients, Iris Stoner has long wanted to do the same.
Summer Runway Show was a fashionable fundraiser
On Thursday, 5 Aug., models took to the runway in the Westin Resort's lobby lounge, treating audience members to a fashion show as part...
Cayman community celebrates Philippine Festival
Hundreds of people flocked to the Lions' Community Centre on Sunday 4 July, for the annual Philippine Festival.
Mouth cancer screenings now available on Brac
For the first time, free screenings for mouth cancer are available on Cayman Brac.
Saxon raises over $15,000 for Cancer Society
Saxon raised over $15,000 at their first annual charity golf tournament which was held on Friday, February 26th.
Cancer charities bracing for rise in cases
Cancer charities are warning that they expect to see a spike in cancer patient numbers this year as lockdown and COVID restrictions impacted the diagnosis and early treatment of the disease in 2020.
Side effects of COVID crisis impacting health system
The aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic and the measures taken to fight it are causing a wave of secondary health impacts across the Cayman Islands.
How low can you go to help fight cancer?
For some, Valentine's Day will be filled with flowers, chocolates and romance. For others, that morning will be filled with squeezing out thigh-burning squats for a good cause - raising money for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Derek Larner remembered
The Cayman community is mourning the loss of beloved family man, UK military veteran, track and field coach and avid runner Derek Larner, who died on Tuesday, 5 Jan., after a three-month battle with pancreatic cancer.
School organised March for Breast Cancer Awareness
Calvary Baptist Christian Academy, a relatively new private school in George Town, held its March for Breast Cancer Awareness on 15 Oct., involving students,...
Movember mohawks at Fidel Murphy’s on Monday
If you've ever wanted to sport a mohawk, but were too shy to try, you can make your dream come true at Fidel Murphy's...
Mo ‘staches, mo money
With October drawing to a close, that can only mean one thing: Movember is nearly upon us.
Maybe you’ve been wondering why men’s upper lips...
Podcast: Catching up with the queen, Mariah Tibbetts
For 26-year-old accountant Mariah Tibbetts, the path to the Miss Cayman Islands Universe crown was far from typical.
Her unexpected ascent to royalty came as...
Carpenter delivers special gift to Cancer Society
When the Cayman Islands Cancer Society approached carpenter Chris Spradlin to build a picnic table for its clients to use, he did not hesitate to create a special piece.
August is Organ Cancer Month
Certain cancers are better known than others, such as breast and stomach cancer. In order to make the public more aware of the many...
Cayman Cookout proceeds benefit Cancer Society
The Cayman Islands Cancer Society this week received cheques totalling more than $17,000 from proceeds of the Cayman Cookout, which was held at The Ritz-Carlton in January.
Cancer patient fights COVID
Being strong in the face of adversity is not a new concept for cancer patient Winston Powell, so when he was diagnosed with COVID-19, it was no surprise that he drew on his strength to fight the virus and keep his family’s morale up.
COVID fears could impact Cayman’s cancer cases
Local cancer experts are projecting a potential spike in newly diagnosed, late-stage cancer cases amid concerns that people were reluctant to visit their doctors during the COVID lockdown.
DG 5K charities announced
Organisers of the seventh annual Deputy Governor’s 5k Challenge announced on Tuesday the three charities that the challenge will raise money for.
Lighting up lavender for cancer awareness
Some buildings in Cayman are lit up with lavender colours this month to highlight World Cancer Awareness Month.
Students stride against cancer and Alzheimer’s
Hand in hand and side by side, more than 300 Cayman Academy students marched along Walkers Road in purple-and-white shirts on Friday morning as part of the school’s annual ‘Cancer and Alzheimer’s Stride’.
Hundreds gather to conquer cancer
Governor Martyn Roper kicked off the Cancer Society’s sixth-annual Conquering Cancer Health Fair Saturday.
Cancer Society to host awareness events
The Cayman Islands Cancer Society will present ‘Conquering Cancer VI – Let’s Fight Cancer Together’, a series of cancer awareness activities for health professionals and the general public, this month.
Singers returning to Cayman for cancer fundraiser
For the fourth consecutive year, Steve Higgins & Friends will present an annual ‘Evening of Excellence’ concert to help raise funds for the Lions Club of Tropical Gardens and the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Events company donates to 2 charities
Maven Entertainment donated proceeds from two of its recent FLAGS events to support the Cayman Islands Cancer Society and Meals on Wheels.
Charity kiteboarders hit $200,000 target
After completing an epic 82-mile ocean crossing from Little Cayman to Grand Cayman, kiteboarders are celebrating another major milestone – hitting their $200,000 fundraising target.
Kiteboarders battle ferocious seas in ocean crossing
16 kiters and support crews took part in the “Kite 4 Cancer” event, which aims to raise more than $200,000 for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Marking World Cancer Day
Government officials and staff, along with representatives of the Cayman Islands Cancer Society and the Cancer Registry, gather outside the Government Administration Building Monday to mark World Cancer Day.
Cayman Academy raises money for cancer awareness
Cayman Academy school donated $4,152 to the Cancer Society after making the journey by foot to its offices on Maple Road Friday.
Kiteboarders raise $120,000 ahead of race
Kiteboarders have raised more than $120,000 for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society ahead of an epic 82-mile race from Little Cayman to Grand Cayman.
Cancer Society holds annual run Sunday
The Stride Against Cancer will draw runners to the streets of Cayman on Sunday, as they support the annual fundraiser for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Conyers supports Little Grand Race team
Conyers Dill & Pearman is donating $5,000 to the “Dream Team” of Oskar Bjuroe, Jake Serpell and Louis Vagniez as they undertake the Little Grand Race 2019 to raise funds for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Cayman explorer Manning reaches the South Pole
Adventurer Guy Manning is one step closer to completing the Explorers Grand Slam, and the Cayman Islands Cancer Society has about $70,000 more in its coffers.
Trek to South Pole to benefit Cancer Society
Guy Manning has scaled the highest peaks on all seven continents. He’s cycled the length of Great Britain and was part of a four-man team that crossed the United States.
Moustaches and men’s health take center stage
The month-long campaign for Movember, encouraging men to grow out their moustaches to raise cancer awareness, resulted in at least 175 prostate cancer screenings and an estimated $35,000 raised to support the Cayman Islands Cancer Society, according to organizers.
Runners gear up for marathon
More than 1,000 people have signed up to take part in Sunday’s Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon, Half-Marathon and 4-Person Relay.
Kiteboarders to brave elements to raise funds for cancer
Kiteboarders and the Cayman Islands Cancer Society are coming together once again to fight the elements of sea and sky to benefit lives affected by cancer.
