Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

UNITE TO FINISH THE FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER

American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Kickoff Scheduled for Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Clinton Township, MI (8/11/15) – The American Cancer Society will host a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer kickoff rally and informational meeting at 6:00pm on Tuesday, August 11 at the Macomb Intermediate School District to share details about its upcoming community walk.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a powerful event to raise awareness and funds to end breast cancer. Since 1993, more than 11 million supporters have raised more than $685 million nationwide. This kickoff will provide community members the opportunity to learn how to get involved in the Macomb County walk slated for Saturday, October 17, 2015.

Funds raised through Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks enable the American Cancer Society to finish the fight against breast cancer by investing in groundbreaking research; providing free, comprehensive information and support to those touched by breast cancer; and helping people reduce their breast cancer risk or find it early when it’s most treatable.

“Uniting with others in the Making Strides walk gives us power to make a real difference in the fight to end breast cancer,” said Nicole Saco “At the event we celebrate survivorship and pay a meaningful tribute to those affected by the disease. Thanks to participants, the American Cancer Society is there for those who are currently dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis, those who may face a diagnosis in the future, and those who may avoid a diagnosis altogether because of education and risk reduction.”

For additional details about the 2015 annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at 8am on October 17th, 2015 at the Clinton Township Civic Center, visit MakingStridesWalk.org/MacombCountyMI or call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.

About The American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of 2.5 million volunteers saving lives and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society’s efforts have contributed to a 22 percent decline in cancer death rates in the US during the past two decades, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. Thanks in part to our progress nearly 14.5 million Americans who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will celebrate more birthdays this year. We’re determined to finish the fight against cancer. As the nation’s largest private, not-for-profit investor in cancer research, we’re finding cures and ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings, clean air, and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, visit cancer.org or call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345.

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