Breast cancer walks held throughout the suburbs
Tens of thousands of breast cancer survivors, caregivers and supporters will join forces in the Chicago area across Illinois to “Pink Differently” in the fight against breast cancer at the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks Sunday, Oct. 16.
The 5K walk in Libertyville at Independence Grove, 16400 W. Buckley Road, is one of seven walks in the Chicago area.
No training is necessary for this noncompetitive, inspirational event that raises awareness and funds to fight breast cancer and provides hope to all people facing the disease.
The suggested minimum $200 raised by each participant will help the American Cancer Society continue to lead the way in advancing breast cancer prevention, treatment, patient services and cures.
“For the American Cancer Society, pink ribbons aren’t just an October occurrence; they’re a year-round commitment,” said Dr. Katherine L. Griem, president of the American Cancer Society’s Illinois Division.
“We ‘Pink Differently’ by helping breast cancer patients in communities across Illinois every day of the year.”
The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks are:
Ÿ Chicago Lakefront — Montrose Harbor, 7:30 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk;
Ÿ Lake County — Independence Grove, Libertyville, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk;
Ÿ North Shore — Westfield Old Orchard, 8 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m. walk;
Ÿ South suburban — Centennial Park, Orland Park, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk;
Ÿ Fox Valley — Chicago Premium Outlets, Aurora, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk;
Ÿ Northwest Suburban — AT&T Campus, Hoffman Estates, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk;
Ÿ DuPage County — Cantigny, Wheaton, 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. walk.
There is also the McHenry County event Saturday, Oct. 15, at Lions Park in Cary.
For details, visit makingstridesillinois.com or call (312) 279-7376.
The Chicago area Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks are among the more than 250 events across the country this year. More than 30,000 participants are expected at the 16 walks scheduled at locations throughout Illinois in October, which is expected to raise $2.8 million for the fight against breast cancer.
According to the Illinois State Cancer Registry, an estimated 9,850 women in Illinois will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year and approximately 1,880 will die from the disease.
Funds raised by Strides participants enable the American Cancer Society to save lives by helping people stay well, helping people get well, finding cures and fighting back.
The society also offers cancer information and access to support groups via its call center, accessible anytime at (800) 227-2345, and at its website, www.IllinoisCancerHelp.org.