Free event celebrates International Women’s Day with seaside walk and preventive health services in Niterói.
Awareness and well-being
On March 15, PróOnco Mulher, in partnership with Oncomed and Med.Co, will hold the 3rd Women’s Walk in Niterói. Created by oncological surgeon Dr. Rodrigo Oliveira Souto, the event marks International Women’s Day and promotes awareness of early disease detection, including breast cancer.
According to Dr. Souto, the initiative highlights the importance of consistent healthcare for women. Moreover, it encourages healthy habits and appreciation of self-care.
“Our goal is to remind everyone that every day is Women’s Day and that campaigns help reinforce this idea.”
Route and structure
The 2.4 km route starts at the Tourist Service Center (CAT), located at the Neltur kiosk in Boa Viagem, and ends at São Judas Tadeu Church, on Icaraí Beach. Thus, the activity combines exercise and community engagement.
Throughout the route, participants will find hydration points, chemical toilets, an ambulance, and a Hospital Icaraí tent offering blood pressure and glucose checks and nutritional guidance. Organizers encourage everyone to wear pink shirts as a symbol of support.
Schedule and registration
Check-in will be from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., with stretching at 8:30 a.m. and the start at 9 a.m. The group is expected to reach the church around 10:30 a.m., where the Health Station will operate until 11 a.m., followed by the event’s closing at 11:30 a.m.
Registration is free and open until 6 p.m. on March 14 through the Sympla website. The event is organized by PróOnco, Nosso Dia Pink, Oncomed, and the Oncomed Institute, with support from Hospital Icaraí, Niterói City Hall, Neltur, and Dharma Bhumi, under the production of Med.Co.
Service
Event: 3rd Women’s Walk
Location: Tourist Service Center (CAT), Neltur kiosk – Av. Benjamim Sodré, s/n, Boa Viagem
Time: 7:30 a.m. (check-in) / 9 a.m. (start)
Free registration: until March 14 on Sympla