ANTHEA Turner is calling on people in Leigh, Atherton and Tyldesley to run a marathon to fight breast cancer.

The TV presenter wants to encourage everyone to take part in the 2001 London Marathon to raise funds for Breast Cancer Care to top the total of £65,000 last year.

Breast Cancer Care relies on funds to be able to provide free support and information to anyone affected by breast cancer -- not only women and men who are diagnosed with the illness, but also their partners, families and friends.

If you are interested in joining Breast Cancer Care's Marathon team, contact the Events Team on 020 7384 4606 for a marathon survival pack.

For any breast cancer concerns, phone breast cancer care's free helpline 0808 800 6000 open Monday to Friday 10am- 5pm and Saturday 10am - 2pm.