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THINKPINK! Susan G. Komen North Central Alabama addresses the fight against breast cancer on all levels. The organization has one clear mission—to save lives and end breast cancer by meeting day-to-day needs here and now and investing in breakthrough research for our future. It’s one thing to be aware of breast cancer. It’s another to do something about it. Here’s to the heroes. Those who are making a difference. Who get out there and take action. Who prove every day that they are so much more than a color. Here’s to the people who are more than pink. Act. Donate. Get Involved. Register for the Race for the Cure at www.komenncalabama.org.
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2016 Komen North Central Alabama
Race for the Cure Saturday, October 15 • Linn Park 7 a.m.
Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up; Survivor Cafe’ Opens; Sponsor Expo Opens
8 a.m.
Survivor Parade Line Up at Survivor Cafe’
8:20 a.m.
Survivor Parade and Picture
9 a.m.
5K Race for Runners Starts
9:10 a.m.
REGISTER ONLINE AT
www.komenNCalabama.org, in person at the Komen Community Office located at 1909 27th Avenue South, or at any event leading up to the race. Adults $35 Youth (14 and under) $25 All registered adult participants over the age of 18 will be entered to win a 2016 Ford Focus courtesy of Ford!
HOW TO HELP: REGISTER FOR THE RACE
Whether you run, walk, stroll, “sleep in,” or come out to celebrate a loved one, you can contribute to the fight against breast cancer by registering for the Susan G. Komen North Central Alabama Race for the Cure. Without a cure, one in eight women in the U.S. will continue to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Without a cure, an 128
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5K Race for Walkers Starts
10 a.m.
1 Mile Walk/Run Starts
11:10 a.m.
Awards Ceremony - Main Stage
estimated 5 million Americans will be diagnosed with breast cancer—and more than 1 million could die—over the next 25 years. The generosity of our donors is essential as we continue our efforts to help breast cancer patients today, as well as to invest in the health of future generations. Make a donation in honor or in memory of someone, in support of race participant or a race team, or in support of the fight against breast cancer. Donate online at komenNCAlabama.org.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteers are the heart of the work of Susan G. Komen and the Race for the Cure®. Their passion and commitment is what brings us closer to the fulfilling our mission and ending breast cancer forever. To learn more about the volunteer opportunities, visit komenNCAlabama. org.
WHOSE LIFE ARE YOU RUNNING FOR
Participate in the 25th Annual Susan G. Komen North Central Alabama Race for the Cure and show everyone whose life you are running for. Are you running for your mother, your sister, a co-worker, a friend? Are you running for your own life? Or are you running for the future? No matter whose life you are running for, now is the time to get involved and run for their life!
WE RACE BECAUSE…
One in eight women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Because every minute, somewhere in the world, someone dies from breast cancer. And because, breast cancer knows no boundaries—be it age, gender, socio-economic status, or geographic location.
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Dr. April Maddux Breast Care Center of Birmingham
Little Girls Will Always Need Their Mothers
Dr. April Maddux is a breast fellowship trained surgeon specializing in breast surgery, genetic counseling and testing and benign breast disease. She and her staff at the Breast Care Center of Birmingham provide a comprehensive approach to breast care. Dr. Maddux services and operates at Brookwood Medical Center, St. Vincent’s and St. Vincent’s East Hospitals.
Breast Care Center of Birmingham www.BreastCareCenterOfBirmingham.com 205.877.2987
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SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS
At the current rate, 13 million breast cancer deaths around the world will occur in the next 25 years. But, when you participate and fundraise for the race, you fight these statistics. In 1980, the five-year relative survival rate for women diagnosed with early stage breast cancer (cancer confined to the breast) was about 74 percent. Today, that number is 99 percent! Komen has played a critical role in every major advance in the fight against breast cancer—transforming how the world talks about and treats this disease and helping to turn millions of breast cancer patients into breast cancer survivors.
A UNIQUE EVENT
The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series is the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world. It raises funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. Since its inception in 1983, the Komen 130
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Race for the Cure series has grown from one local race with 800 participants to a global series of more than 120 races worldwide. Here in Birmingham, the Komen Race for the Cure is a unique event, designed and implemented to promote positive awareness, education, and early detection of breast cancer. It has proved to be an enormously effective way to reach many women and men with the message that breast cancer is not necessarily fatal if mammography and breast self-exam become routine. In addition to being a road race for runners, the Komen Race for the Cure is an emotionally charged event that attracts many first timers and recreational runners. It is an opportunity for thousands of women, men, and their families, running or walking, to spread the breast cancer message. You can run or walk the 5K route or 1 mile, with a team or as an individual. All registration fees include the official Komen Race for the Cure T-shirt and race bib.
Breast Care Center of Birmingham Dr. April Maddux and her staff at the Breast Care Center of Birmingham take a focused approach in helping their patients. Breast Care Center of Birmingham is a purpose-built facility that provides comprehensive, multi-disciplinary breast care. Their services include a wide range of clinical and support services, from screening (risk assessments) and diagnosis to treatment and counseling. They offer breast screening for early cancer detection; treatment of breast problems including breast pain, breast lump, breast mass, breast infection, nipple discharge, and breast cancer; and high-risk counseling. With advanced methods of breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment, Dr. Maddux can walk to the process with each of her patients tailoring a treatment for their specific needs. (205) 877-2987, www.breastcarecenterofbirmingham.com Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson will host the 8th annual Revvin’ 4 Research Charity Motorcycle ride on Sunday, October 2, 2016. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama (BCRFA). With the support of Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson in Pelham, a host of generous sponsors, and an incredible group of volunteers, the annual ride has raised more than $100,000 since the inaugural ride in 2009. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the ride benefit breast cancer research in Alabama. The charity event is a police-escorted ride, with a mid-ride stop at Riders Harley Davidson in Trussville, ending back at Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson. The after party will include live entertainment by the Sinners, a complimentary lunch by Courtyard Oyster Bar, beverages from Coca Cola Bottling Company.
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Confirmed event sponsors for the 2016 Revvin’ 4 Research include: Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson, Long-Lewis Ford Lincoln, ERA King, Superior Hyundai, America’s First Federal Credit Union, Porters Termonox, Riders Harley-Davidson, The Law Offices of J. Thomas Crawford, and Texas Roadhouse Pelham. The Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Alabama supports a comprehensive approach to battling breast cancer through support of collaborative and innovative research to help diagnose, treat, prevent, and eradicate the disease. Since its inception in 1996, the BCRFA has raised over $5.8 million to fund research at the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center and with their collaborative partners. All funds raised stay here in the state of Alabama, but the research will have a global, life-saving impact. BCRFA.org Brookwood Diagnostic Center Come out to the 2016 Mammothon on October 25 from 6 a.m.-10 p.m. We’re proud to now offer one of the latest tools in the fight against breast cancer: 3-D mammograms. This new technology shows breast tissue in thin layers, helping doctors find breast cancer earlier. Most insurances cover annual screening mammograms. For self-pay patients, the price of a mammogram is $125, which includes the radiologist fee. All patients may upgrade to a 3-D mammogram for an additional $50. Parking is free (bring ticket for validation). Call (205) 802-6900 for an appointment. Touching You Touching You, Inc. evolved from owner Carol Cauthen’s own personal experience with breast cancer and chemotherapy. Throughout this experience she realized that a positive attitude and personal appearance would be very important in her recovery. However, the experience of purchasing wigs, breast forms, and other necessary items to meet her needs proved exhausting and frustrating. Because of the experience, Touching You, Inc. was started in 1986. It is a business dedicated to serving cancer patients and anyone else in need of similar services. Drawing on her professional business background, Cauthen formed a corporation and created an establishment with a warm, comfortable, feminine environment, staffed by women who have personally experienced breast cancer. Touching You, Inc. is where women can come and find help during the emotional and special fashion needs of mastectomy and other cancer patients undergoing surgery and/or chemotherapy. Touching You takes great pride in their mission and the professionalism and ethical manner in which they do business. Customers know they can always find an understanding ear and the things they need to make their lives a little easier. 205-823-6407, www.touchingyou.com
Touching You, Inc., a proud sponsor of the Race for the Cure® for the past twenty-five years.
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