Did you know that, according to the World Health Organisation, cancer treatment in Europe costs more than $200 billion a year, $895 billion globally?

Why is that? Diagnostic instruments and treatments, the cost of supportive medications, and medical practitioners across all stages of the disease, all cost a great deal of money – making cancer one of the largest challenges facing society today, both on the social and economic levels. Meanwhile, providing support to patients is a moral and social imperative.

From diagnosis to full recovery, patients need a support system that provides not just important, accessible medical assistance, but also proper care, mental support and respect for their dignity.

In Cyprus about 4,000 new incidences of cancer are tracked every year, official statistics show. And despite greater awareness, as well as great strides having been achieved in scientific research on how to treat and deal with the various forms of cancer, solidarity in healthcare remains an imperative.

In a touching, but also substantive contribution to the community, Lidl Cyprus is continuing to support the invaluable work of the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Society for the 11th consecutive year, contributing to the operation of the “Arodafnousa” palliative care centre. The grant fully covers the operating costs for two rooms at the centre, making this one of Lidl’s major actions in the area of corporate social responsibility.

Via this collaboration, Lidl Cyprus proactively supports the Anti-Cancer Society, enhancing the latter’s efforts to provide free care and relief to cancer patients. Thanks to this support, patients can get on with their lives with dignity and calm, knowing they have access to safe and well-maintained premises.

For more details on this collaboration, view the video here.

At the same time, Lidl Cyprus covers Arodafnousa’s nutritional needs, thanks to a complete and balanced nutrition programme that helps boost patients’ physical and mental health. By providing nutritious, healthy meals, Lidl Cyprus ensures patients have the necessary dietary support that is crucial to their wellbeing while undergoing treatment.

In addition, Lidl makes regular donations to the Anti-Cancer Society, while also undertaking various support actions throughout the year – in this way demonstrating its multi-faceted contribution consistently.

This long-running partnership marks a high point for Lidl Cyprus, highlighting the value of supporting an organisation that has been active for many years in providing relief to cancer patients. With its dedicated team of doctors, nurses, psychologists and social workers, the Anti-Cancer Society offers free and high-quality palliative care services, supporting patients and their families every day.

To Lidl Cyprus, social responsibility is a key value. Supporting the Anti-Cancer Society is one of many actions undertaken by the company to make a better world. With a vision for a future filled with optimism and solidarity, Lidl pledges to continue supporting Cypriot society’s needs, with its focus always on the most vulnerable groups.