Race for the Cure (May, 18th ) is the annual marathon organised to contrubute to the breast cancer reserach and to raise people's awareness of the desease. Depending on their shape, participants can choose either a 5 km run or a 2 km walk, both past the attractions of Rome. Don't forget that a minimum contribution of 10 Euros is compulsory if you want to take part in the marathon.

Race for the Cure was organised by the Susan G Komen Foundation and first held in Rome in 2000. Participants receive T-shirts and bag filled with gadgets, but the most important thing about the marathon is the idea that you have contributed into important initiatives, some of which are the "Prevention Village" for the socially-disadvantaged women, educational programmes, training courses for health workers etc. Women who have overcome the disease are presented with special pink T-shirts and hats. The Race for the Cure starts at Stadio alle Terme di Caracalla.
2008.05.16