This Month is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is an annual international health
campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the
disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure.
The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Activities and Events
The National Race for the Cure
In ctober 1983 the Race for the Cure was held for the first time in Dallas, Texas, where 800
people participated. According to the organizers, by 2002 the number of participants reached 1.3
million and the event was held in over 100 US cities. The event is also being organized in several
other parts of the World.
Breast Cancer Today
There are various two-day-long walks to raise money for breast cancer research institutes. Avon
sponsors a 39 mile (60 km) walk.A walk in Atlanta offers varying lengths of up to 30 miles.
Canada's large "Weekend to End Breast Cancer" features a 60 km walk.St. Louis, MO offers a
one-day-long breast cancer walk. This walk consists of three miles.
Susan G. Komen 3 Day 'For the Cure'
This sixty mile fundraising walk, which is spread across 3 days, raises money for breast cancer
research. This walk, which benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure occurs in several cities in the
United States. The Breast Cancer 3-Day was previously sponsored and managed by Avon and is
held in countries around the world.
Hockey Fans
The Capitals will host their annual Hockey Fights Cancer Awareness Night on Oct. 18,
featuring an auction on limited edition Hockey Fights Cancer jerseys featuring pink ribbons and
pink names and numbers. The proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.
Season ticket holders who have battled cancer will also be honored during an on-ice ceremony
before the game.
George Washington University Hospital
The George Washington University Hospital will have it's annual free cancer screening event
from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 19. District residents can get free screenings for several cancers,
including mammograms.
US Department of Veteran's Affairs
The US Department of Veteran's Affairs is scheduled to have it's annual Breast Cancer
Awareness Fair on Oct. 17, although this may change because of the government shutdown.
Check back for an update as the event date nears.
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