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Belgian Cancer Foundation launches 1-month alcohol-free campaign

Xinhua, December 1, 2016 Adjust font size:

The Belgian Cancer Foundation presented a campaign on Wednesday to encourage Belgians not to drink alcohol during the month of February 2017.

A total of 82 percent of Belgians consume alcohol, and as much as 51 percent consume more than 11 glasses per week, according to foundation's website. The "Mineral Tour" campaign, which will be organized for the first time in 2017, aims to raise awareness.

Candidates register to participate on Mineral Tour campaign website where they will find health information, testimonies, and advice on participating.

Renowned tennis player Jean-Michel Saive, federal minister Kris Peeters and actress Joy Anna Thielemans have confirmed their participation.

Finally, the campaign also includes charitable motifs like donating money to the Cancer Foundation for research. Endit