The Giro d’Italia and LILT, the Italian league for the fight against cancer, have confirmed a partnership. With LILT on board as a charity partner of the Giro, the charity will follow all stages of the tour, from Sicily to Veneto, with the aim of raising public awareness.
Since 1922, LILT has been committed to the fight against cancer under the supervision of the Italian Ministry of Health.
Thanks to the support of provincial associations and a network of volunteers, LILT will have a presence at each starting village. Providing information and offering advice on visits to periodic checks, the charity will aim to promote a culture of health and well-being.
The partnership is one of the initiatives implemented in 2022 and celebrates the centenary of the charity. It is seen as a unique opportunity to reaffirm the commitment of LILT throughout Italy and its constant presence alongside patients and families, and the caregivers who provide physical, psychological and social support.
Francesco Schittulli, LILT President, said “The final goal of LILT, a future without cancer, can also be reached by cycling: regular sporting activity is in fact one of the behaviours recommended in primary prevention to avoid progressive weight gain and the harmful effects caused by a sedentary lifestyle, which represent one risk factor in the onset of cancer.
“In addition, physical and sports activity have a very positive effect against anxiety and depression, helping to reduce the onset of chronic diseases.”
Roberto Salamini, Head of Marketing and Communication Giro organiser RCS Sport, said “The Giro d’Italia has always had a social responsibility at heart, with charity partners in the various editions.
“This year we are proud to have an important partner such as LILT who will be present in all the stages of the Corsa Rosa in the new GIROLAND Village, from Sicily to Verona, to raise awareness on issues relating to the fight against cancer. Social responsibility is one of the fundamental assets not only in the Giro d’Italia but of the whole RCS group.”
