Battling Cancer

The Democratic National Convention has been the news here in Denver this week. I can tell you traffic has been impacted but more importantly; no matter what your party affiliation, we here in the Rockies tasted a piece of history.

Here’s what’s new in cancer news and events around the globe.

Hope on Wheels is a women’s cycling event in Middle Tennessee offering women an opportunity to ride and fundraise in their hope for a cure. Women can ride, train and fundraise throughout the year to prepare for this landmark women’s ride.

100% of participant entry fees are directed to breast cancer research by
the event beneficiary The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation.

An annual one day cycling event for women wishing to find a cure for Breast Cancer, Saturday, September 6, 2008. Register today! Choose 12, 29, 62 or 100 miles!

A Women’s’ Ride to Find A Cure!

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Here’s what’s new in cancer headlines:

Check out FASHION TARGETS BREAST CANCER!

“Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC) was established in 1990 by Ralph Lauren after his friend and fashion editor of the Washington Post, Nina Hyde, died of breast cancer. Launched in the UK in 1996 by Breakthrough Breast Cancer, FTBC now celebrates its 12th year.

This year, FTBC is supported by high street retailers, including Marks & Spencer who have launched an exclusive campaign inspired range, 30% of the proceeds from which will be donated to Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Topshop will be donating 50% of the retail price of their FTBC shopper bag and River Island will donate 45% of the retail price of the exclusive River Island FTBC range to Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Plus, no less than £7.50 from the sale of each FTBC T-shirt online will go directly towards fighting breast cancer and no less than £4.50 from the sale of each Unisex T-shirt.”

Breast Cancer still remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer amongst women and over 44,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the UK.

AND THERE’S MORE....this year FTBC is giving away a free goodie bag containing a designer handbag, Paul Smith goodies, Elemis cosmetics plus more items by selected designers – all worth over £300! To be in with a chance of winning, simply sign-up for the regular FTBC e-mails and your name will be entered into this free prize draw.

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Happy Fourth of July to our readers from the States.

Cancer Events:

The Weekend to End Breast Cancer benefiting the Alberta Cancer Foundation

60km that can change the world - July 25-27, 2008

“All over Alberta, The Weekend is helping breast cancer patients get the care they need to become breast cancer survivors. Money raised by a rapidly growing number of Walkers is funding advanced research that yields life-saving new treatments. Of course, a cure is the ultimate victory. But with every dollar we raise, with every person that gets a second chance at life, and with every step we take who shows we believe we can change the world, we are on The Road to Victory.”

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Spring is in the air!

Many cancer support organizations are gearing up for warm weather events.

Consider participating, donating dollars or volunteering your time to support these activities.

Cancer events have many purposes including:

• fundraising for research
• awareness and information dissemination
• inspiration
• remembering those who have and are still fighting the battle
• an avenue for loved ones and caregivers to offer support

What’s Going On…

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