The 29th Virades of Hope, a day of solidarity organized by the association “Vaincre la cysticiscidose”, are taking place this Sunday throughout France.
More than a million people are expected this Sunday during Virades of hope organized by the association Vaincre la mucoviscidose. The goal of this event is to raise funds for the fight against this deadly genetic disease which causes thickening of mucus, promoting lung infections and digestive disorders. 6,400 people are affected in France. Even though there is no cure to date, life expectancy at birth has increased from 7 years in 1965 to 47 years today.
Perform a physical effort by making a donation
The virades of hope is a national day of mobilization against cystic fibrosis which is being held for the 29th consecutive year. Every year, on the last Sunday of September. Everywhere in France, everyone is called to give their breath for those who lack it. The principle is simple: everyone can make a physical effort to their measure by bringing one or more donations collected from their family or loved ones. Walking, running, cycling, throwing balloons, according to the association, 500 tours will be organized in 90 departments.
50% of the association’s budget collected during Les Virades
On this Sunday of mobilization, the Association Vaincre la cysticiscidose reminds that nearly 50% of the annual budget of the association is collected during the Virades of Hope. In 2012, 5.6 million euros were collected in 2012. Whether or not you are available this Sunday, the Association also reminds you that it is possible to make a donation on site by visiting a Virade site, by sponsoring the effort of a walker or for example online on their website, via a secure payment.
Gérard Lenorman, Isabelle Carré, François Cluzet, Yves Duteil
Many personalities support the fight against cystic fibrosis, by putting their notoriety for the benefit of the association. This has been the case with Gérard Lenorman, Isabelle Carré, François Cluzet for several years. For this 29th edition of Virades de l’Espoir, Yves Duteil is the Association’s new sponsor. Moreover, “Flagrant Délice”, his latest album, includes a song dedicated to the fight against cystic fibrosis. “For a long time, I searched for the words to evoke cystic fibrosis. By respecting the modesty of the sick, I wanted through, The short breath, to offer a voice to this quest for breath, to reflect the hope of research, and to create a tool to bring together all those who are fighting to change the gaze. focused on this affection still unknown to the general public. A song cannot change the world, but it can crystallize this long-term struggle and make it last, ”explains Yves Duteil.
The 29th edition of Virades de l’Espoir is being held this Sunday, September 29, 2013 throughout France, information and interactive map of events on the website from the Association.
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