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500 miles 4 smiles: Local business supports epic fundraising walk

Besi Besemar May 27, 2014

The Sussex Sign Company is supporting Dental Hygienist of the Year, Christina Chatfield in her monumental fundraising walk from Scotland to Brighton to help raise awareness of mouth cancers.

Sussex Sign Company staff team with Christina
Sussex Sign Company staff team with Christina

The company not only designed and wrapped the Camper van that is escorting Christina throughout her journey but has also made the 10 metre banner that will greet her on her return to Brighton.

Through June, National Smile Month 2014,  Christina will be walking ‘500 Miles 4 Smiles’ from Scotland to Brighton to raise awareness and funds for oral cancer.

The walk began on May 19 in Kirriemuir, Scotland, at the dental surgery where Christina’s career began and she had her first dental practise.

All money she raises will be shared between the British Dental Health Foundation and Heart Your Smile.

Christina said: “Mouth cancer is one of the very few forms of cancer on the rise, and it currently claims more lives than testicular and cervical cancer combined. We all have a responsibility to help beat the disease, and you have the chance to join me and help to make a difference.

“By donating just £10, you could potentially prompt someone into getting checked out, a move that could save their life.”

You can get yourself sponsored to accompany Christina on any section of the walk, or simply make a donation to recognise her amazing efforts.

Christina will arrive back at the Beach Cafe in Hove on June 19
Christina will arrive back at the Beach Cafe in Hove on June 19

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