Former cancer patient to dress as Nora Batty for charity run
10:02am Wednesday 4th May 2011
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a FORMER cancer patient will be pulling on the famous wrinkly stockings and putting in curlers when he takes part in a men-only run through York this summer as Nora Batty.
David Cordukes, 62, was diagnosed with prostate cancer six years ago after visiting his GP suffering from what he believed was insomnia.
now the Huntington resident will be dressing as last Of The Summer Wine character Nora to take part in June’s men-only 5K run called RU taking The P2. last year the first event raised about £13,000 for research into cancer.
David said: “Last year there were 13 of us who took part in the race dressed as last Of The Summer Wine characters and we raised more than £1,900. This year, we decided we wanted to do the same again because not only was it a fun event, but it helps encourage men to set up and recognise cancer symptoms early, as so many blokes don’t.
“I know someone at work whose father has just been diagnosed with prostate cancer and there are three men down our street too. I just want to do my bit for local cancer research as not everyone is as lucky as me to be able to battle it.”
Mr Cordukes was diagnosed after his GP spotted he had a swollen prostate. Hospital tests later found the gland was cancerous, and he underwent an operation to remove it.
This year’s event takes place on Sunday, June 19, and will set off from Rowntree Park. The route will take runners over the Millennium Bridge and along the River Ouse to Museum Gardens, before heading back to Rowntree Park. Money raised will go to Yorkshire Cancer Research.
Entry forms can be obtained from up And Running in Fossgate, York St John University and Brian’s Hair Fashion in South Bank Avenue. For details, phone 01904 656427.
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