Applications have been called for the BRCA Award, instituted by the Sebeccly Cancer Care and Support Centre, SCCSC, an independent initiative established to acknowledge excellence and commitment in cancer journalism and shed light on the pivotal role journalists play in informing the public on matters of cancer.

The Award, to be hosted for the first time in July 2012 during the Cervical Cancer Workshop for media professionals is to promote good cancer journalism helps people prevent cancer, detect cancer early and improve support for cancer patients.

A statement said the Award is open only to journalists (electronic and print) who have demonstrated outstanding ability in reporting cancer stories.

According to the statement, two reporters will receive the BRCA Awards with a cash prize of N100,000 each. Full details can be obtained from www.sebecclycancercare.org.