Avon Philippines helps to raise 130 million steps to fight breast cancer

This 2016, as the company celebrates 130 years globally, Avon Philippines amplifies its commitment to the cause by inviting men and women to take part in a grand, never-before-done challenge: to walk “130 Million Steps to Fight Breast Cancer.”This October, anyone, anytime, anywhere can pledge their steps to the cause by using the free Avon 130 Million Steps Pedometer App.The mobile application is available for free on the Google Play Store and App Store. When connected to the internet, steps are automatically synced to the grand total, and users can track their total contribution to the campaign.By sharing daily step achievements on Facebook and inviting friends to join the #130MillionSteps challenge, everyone can help create more awareness for the cause.Avon Philippines Kiss Goodbye to Breast Cancer 2016 ambassadors, GMA Network stars Jennylyn Mercado and Rocco Nacino encourage fans to step up. “One in every thirteen Filipina women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime,” Mercado reminds, “and that statistic should encourage us to step up, talk about the disease, and promote breast self-exams. Early detection is still the best protection.”“Men and women are in this fight together,” says Nacino , “and the more funds and awareness we raise, the more patients and survivors we can help through the Avon-Philippine General Hospital (PHH) Breast Care Center. Purchasing the Avon T-shirt and Avon Naturals Lotions are other great ways to contribute.”The Avon Pedometer App also features bank account details for donations that will go directly to the Philippine Cancer Society, Inc., and toward the Avon-PGH Breast Care Center.Stepping out with Avon Philippines are the Philippine Cancer Society, GMA Network, SM Cares, The Medical City Clark, Sketchers and Kyowa.Participants can share their step journey on social media using the hashtag #130MillionSteps, and follow Avon Philippines on Facebook and AvonPH on Instagram and Twitter for updates.