Jack Harrison Visits Yorkshire Cancer Research for Special Engagement
Leeds United forward Jack Harrison recently visited a Yorkshire Cancer Research facility in Harrogate. The purpose of his visit was to gain insight into the innovative Active Together service. This program focuses on exercise as a critical component in cancer treatment and recovery.
About Active Together
Active Together is a research-backed service that operates in eight regions across Yorkshire. It aims to assist individuals in both preparing for and recovering from cancer treatment. The initiative is grounded in scientific research showing that exercise can:
- Increase survival rates
- Enhance recovery from treatment
- Reduce the likelihood of cancer recurrence
Jack’s Engagement with Patients
Harrison was invited by Yorkshire Cancer Research to engage with members of the Active Together program. During his visit, he participated in a fitness class and toured the facility, which features two exercise studios, a café, and a shop.
One of the individuals he met was 78-year-old David Rance, a throat cancer survivor. David expressed how impactful Harrison’s visit was, stating that it raised awareness about the importance of exercise for cancer patients.
Support for Yorkshire Cancer Research
Jack Harrison has been supportive of Yorkshire Cancer Research since 2022. During this time, the organization was recognized as Leeds United’s official charity. He contributed to fundraising efforts by donating a match-worn shirt following a hat trick against West Ham United. This initiative successfully raised £30,000 through an online raffle.
Among the supporters of this raffle was Andreas Dracopoulos, Co-President of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), who donated $10,000. This engagement sparked a partnership that resulted in a pledge of £835,000 to support the first three years of the Active Together program in Harrogate.
Impact of Community Support
Nicky Hill, Head of Active Together at Yorkshire Cancer Research, highlighted the transformative effects of the service. She noted that over 3,000 individuals in Yorkshire have benefited from the program. Hill credited Harrison’s involvement and the generosity of SNF for making this initiative possible.
Harrison shared his appreciation for the visit, stating, “It’s always nice to be part of something bigger than yourself. Understanding how this charity supports people is incredible.”
For more information about Yorkshire Cancer Research and the Active Together service, visit El-Balad.
