Fight Cancer at American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life

Over 7 million people die from cancer each year. That’s more than 19,000 people per day. Many of us have friends or family who have been touched by cancer and know the pain they endure. You probably wish there was more you could do to help.

That’s how I felt several years ago while supporting one of my good friends. So I decided to join an event called Relay for Life, which funds cancer research. I was really inspired by the survivors who spoke at the event and by everyone’s dedication to the cause. I had such a great experience at Relay for Life that I’ve been involved ever since.

Relay for Life is a 24-hour event of the American Cancer Society that funds research for cancer prevention, treatment, and cures. Members of the community take turns walking around a track to honor those who have fought cancer and fight back against the disease. Relay for Life is a worldwide movement that has raised over $3 billion for the American Cancer Society, which saves millions of lives every year.

Relay for Life will be held in Palo Alto from August 11-12, 2012 at Gunn High School.

This year, Relay for Life of Palo Alto is excited to welcome Palo Alto Mayor Yiaway Yeh as honorary chair. As a graduate of Gunn High School, Yeh is very committed to being involved with events in the Palo Alto community.

At Relay for Life, you will make a real difference and have a great time. It is free to sign up a team of family, colleagues or friends to join Relay for Life of Palo Alto. There will be food, entertainment and lots of fun!

To sign up online, visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/paloaltoca.

For more information on how to support or participate in Relay for Life of Palo Alto, please contact the Event Chair at a.alexandra.carlisle@gmail.com.

Sources: http://www.cancer.org/