The Abrera Local Branch of the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) and the Vikingos del 600 Association from Baix Llobregat organized a solidarity event in Abrera on Sunday, November 8th, with the collaboration of the City Council. The event, part of World Breast Cancer Day, included the traditional Solidarity Drive with classic cars and the sale of merchandise for disease prevention.
The President of the Abrera Local Branch of the AECC, Maribel Vargas, highlighted the positive public response, which raised 992.80 euros in two hours through product sales, donations, the solidarity drive, and a ham raffle. An additional approximately 600 euros from a solidarity lottery brought the total for a "successful" day with "very good reception and participation".
The event began at 9:30 AM with a gathering at Plaça de Pau Casals, followed by registrations and gifts for participating vehicles. After breakfast at 10 AM, the Solidarity Route through the streets of Abrera commenced at 11 AM. The day concluded at 1:30 PM with the ham raffle.
Furthermore, the Abrera Local Branch of the AECC will organize a charity festival on Saturday, November 28, 2026, at the Sala Municipal d’Abrera (ptge. de la Telefónica s/n). Admission will be 5 euros, with all proceeds going entirely to the fight against cancer.
World Breast Cancer Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis. In Catalonia, it is the most common cancer in women, with 5,497 cases diagnosed in 2022. It can also affect men, though less frequently. The Health Service of the Abrera City Council recommends biennial mammograms for women aged 50-69 and reminds of preventive measures such as maintaining a healthy weight, regular physical activity, and reducing alcohol consumption.
