Community walks 5K in support of breast cancer patients and survivors
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Members of the Rochester community came out for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk on Sunday at Innovative Field.
Organizers say Making Strides has always been more than a walk. It’s a movement. The event raises funds to support breast cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers through every step of the journey.
“The weather could have been better but the Rochester community showed up. So much energy, so much passion for the cause,” said Brandon Swain, Senior Development Manager at American Cancer Society. “It’s incredible. I mean, as a cancer survivor myself, it’s really great to see the community come out and support one another and make the biggest impact they possibly can in so many different ways.”
The cancer walk coincided with Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day, raising awareness for cancer prevention and treatment. Here’s more of our coverage for Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
- URMC and RGH explain how breast density ties into new mammogram requirements
- Consumer Alert: Bill aims to waive Medicare waiting period for metastatic breast cancer patients unable to work
- ‘All in for Ale’n’: Metastatic Mafia honors late friends, raises money for cancer research with special beer
- Expert speaks about detecting breast cancer ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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