Bringing awareness to men's health: Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre in Cartagena joins Movember
The Centro Comercial Espacio Mediterráneo is taking part in Movember, partnering with cancer charities to encourage early detection and open conversations about male cancer
Espacio Mediterráneo in Cartagena is doing more than just offering places to shop this November. The shopping centre, managed by CBRE, has launched a heartfelt campaign called #SácaloALaLuz, which translates to “Bring it to light”. Its goal is simple but meaningful: to raise awareness of male cancers, particularly prostate, testicular, and male breast cancer, while encouraging men to talk more openly about their health.In partnership with the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) and the Movember movement, Espacio Mediterráneo is sharing expert information both online and within the shopping centre. Visitors can find educational material prepared by AECC specialists across the mall and on the centre’s digital platforms, including its website, social media channels and mobile app.
Anyone passing through can also scan a special QR code displayed around the centre to access more advice on early detection and prevention. The message is clear: male cancer is treatable, especially when spotted early, but awareness and open discussion are vital.
Adding a touch of humour and community spirit, visitors are invited to pick up a moustache-shaped lollipop from the Information Point. Those who share a fun photo with it on their public Instagram profile, tagging @espaciomediterraneo, will be entered into a prize draw for a gift card. It’s a light-hearted way to support a serious cause and a great excuse to get people talking.
What is Movember?
The campaign ties in with Movember, the global men’s health movement that began in Australia 22 years ago. From those early days of growing moustaches for awareness, Movember has become a worldwide effort tackling prostate and testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention.
“The Movember movement is proud to have the support of Espacio Mediterráneo,” a representative said. “With this campaign, we’re reaching more people and amplifying our impact in the region.”
To date, Movember has funded more than 1,300 men’s health projects and raised over £945 million to improve awareness, diagnosis, and care. Their mission is not only to save lives but also to make healthcare more accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all men.
To learn more, visit Movember.com.
The initiative at Espacio Mediterráneo forms part of CBRE’s broader ‘Caring for communities’ programme. Throughout November, the company is running similar campaigns across 47 of its managed properties in Spain and Portugal, focusing on encouraging prevention, breaking stigma and supporting research into men’s health.
As CBRE puts it, the aim is to make a real and lasting difference within their communities, promoting healthy habits and positive change, one conversation at a time.
Images: Espacio Mediterráneo
Address
PARQUE MEDITERRANEO, P.I. CABEZO BEAZA CARTAGENA 30353 MurciaTel: 968 086 433
Mobile: 968 086 436
Mobile: 968 086 436
Where to shop Cartagena and the Mar Menor Murcia
The Espacio Mediterráneo shopping centre is on the eastern outskirts of Cartagena, heading out of the city towards La Manga and the Mar Menor, and contains a large Carrefour hypermarket, as well as C&A, Primark, Zara, Massimo Dutti, Levi's, Sdera, Mango, Benetton, Springfield, Stradivarius, Rumbo, Women's Secret, The Phone House, Game Stop, HyM, restaurants, a cinema complex and a bowling alley.
There are a wide range of retail outlets specializing in fashion, household goods, cosmetics, accessories, holiday necessities, electrical goods and footwear, including big name brands and other major brands also operate large stores in the neighbouring retail park.
Those who enjoy their shopping will be quite happy to spend the entire day here, enjoying a 
well-earned break at lunchtime to enjoy one of the restaurants or bars, most of which are located on the first floor above the main entrance hall. There are fourteen establishments to choose from, offering kebabs or pasta, hamburgers or ice-cream, tapas or Brazilian barbecues: there's bound to be something for everyone among the dishes on offer!
With easy motorway access and ample parking both on the main concourse of the retail park and underneath the Carrefour hypermarket, it's easy to leave the car while you stroll around the pleasant, modern mall before filling the boot with your purchases and heading back after a hard day's shop!
Opening Times:
Monday to Sunday 10.00 to 22.00 (restaurants 12.00 to 01.00)
How to get there:
By car
From Cartagena: A-30 direction Murcia, exit 191
From Murcia: A-30 direction Cartagena, exit 191
From Alicante: AP-7 direction Cartagena, exit 191
GPS
37º 37' 33.01" N
0º 56' 52.40" W
By bus
Bus Number 4. Timetable Monday to Saturday
From Canteras: 7:00 a 22:30 every 30 minutes
From Polígono Industrial: 7:45 a 22:15 every 30 minutes
From Galifa: 6:55; 7:55; 11:25; 13:25; 16:25; 19:25; 21:55
Bus Number 4. Timetable Sundays & Holidays
From Canteras: 8:00 a 22:30 every 30 minutes
From Polígono Industrial: 8:00 a 22:00 every 30 minutes
From Galifa: 7:55; 11:25; 13:25; 16:25; 19:25; 21:55
Espacio Mediterráneo
Pol. Industrial Cabezo Beaza
30395 Cartagena, Murcia
968 086433
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