In May, the Schleswig-Holsteinische Krebsgesellschaft in Germany held its first 2006 Relay For Life. The event, held in Lütjenburg, was the second Relay event to launch in the Schleswig-Holstein region. Fifty-four teams attended, with about 1,000 participants rallying together over 24 hours in the fight against cancer. The survivor "lap of honour" began with a banner with the world "hope" printed on it. To honor survivors and those who have lost their fight, about 300 luminaria candles were placed around the track. During the survivor activities, a female priest told her personal story to the group. A choir of young women was part of the entertainment, and the event inlcuded patient education activities on the field. This event raised 26.000 euros and expects to receive additional donations.
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