Inaugural 50km Cycle for Diabetes at Galway University Hospitals

Local Diabetes Charity 'Diabetes Care West' together with staff at the Endocrinology & Diabetes Day Centre at Galway University Hospital have just announced details of their first 50km Charity Cycle to raise funds specifically in support of their work caring for young people with Diabetes. The main sponsor for this year's cycle is Novo Nordisk and the cycle will be led by Irish cyclist Stephen Clancy who is a member of the Novo Nordisk Professional Cycle Team

The 50km Charity 'Cycle For Diabetes' will take place on Saturday September 26th taking a circular route from the starting point at the Salthill Hotel via Moycullen across to Spiddal and back to Galway. There are two refreshments stops on route and the cycle will be supported by volunteer marshals, support vehicles and a bicycle repair service. 

To be part of this fun event, which is open to everyone over the age of 14 years, register online now at www.iregister.ie/cyclefordiabetes. The entry fee is just €30 with the full entry fee directly supporting Diabetes Care West. Cyclists wishing to give further support to the cause are invited to take a sponsorship card and raise much needed funds. All participants also receive a FREE commemorative t-shirt.

Photo above shows staff from the Endocrinology & Diabetes Day Centre, Galway University Hospital at the launch of the Inaugural 50km 'Cycle For Diabetes'

Further details/sponsorship cards available from:
Dr Ester O'Sullivan
Tel: 091-542524
Email: esther.osullivan2@hse.ie