Thanks to the folks of Cleveland and
surrounding communities the Breast Cancer Walk was a tremendous
success! More than 2000 walkers came out to
Edgewater Park and collectively raised over
$100,000 for the fight against breast cancer. This money will be
used to support American Cancer Society Program such as:
Breast Cancer
Research- The American Cancer Society is the largest not for
profit contributor to the breast cancer research other than the
federal government. With the help if Strides, the American
Cancer Society has awarded approximately $246 million to breast
research grants since 1972
Research to
Recovery- Provides support and information for individuals
concerned about breast cancer from someone who has been there - a
breast cancer survivor
Look Good Feel
Better- Helps cancer patients address the appearance
related side effects of cancer treatment. Licensed cosmetologists
provide skin care, head coverings and make-up tips to women
undergoing cancer treatment. the sessions can help women
regain a sense of self-confidence and control over their lives.
B.E.S.T.
(Best Education, Screening & Treatment) Provides free
mammograms and some diagnostic breast cancer screening for uninsured
, low income women
Tell a
Friend- Encourages volunteers to reach out to women 40 and
older to encourage them to obtain mammograms and to discuss the
importance of mammograms, clinical breast exams, and breast
self-exams in detecting breast cancer.
Breast Cancer
Education- The American Cancer Society aims to educate the
public on steps they can take to prevent breast cancer and the
importance of early detection.
I wish to thank Mike
McElroy for
taking these picture while I was on vacation
