Hope Cancer Resources

What are you doing May 1st? 

Now that you've read our post about March being Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, you've probably gotten your free screening kit and taken care of the immediate need of being aware of your own risk and current situation... but we know you've been thinking "Gee, I wish I could do something that will help others with their battles..." Fortunately, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

The 6th annual Heather Ridley-Fleeman Battle for Hope is set for May 1st this year, and we are going to have a great turnout of runners and walkers all raising awareness of colon cancer in our community and supporting the screening, assistance and education programs available free-of-charge through Hope Cancer Resources. There will be 10k & 5k races, a 5k walk, a 1-mile family fun walk, and kids' races. Something for everyone!

You can find more information about the event on the race website - including the story of Heather Ridley-Fleeman, the young woman for whom the race is named. She died at age 28 after several years of colon issues, doctor visits, and finally a diagnosis of Stage IV colon cancer. She wasn't in the highest risk group for the disease since she was in her 20's, which led to her diagnosis being delayed. We don't want anyone else to suffer what Heather suffered, but that's going to mean getting the word out about early detection and frequent screenings. Don't wait until you're 50! Don't wait until you are experiencing symptoms of the disease! Early detection can happen before you have any symptoms, and it can save your life.

You can register for the race online on the event website. If you can't join us, but would still like to support our efforts, feel free to make an online donation. You can even start your own fundraising page! Every dime raised will stay in Northwest Arkansas and be used to help your friends, neighbors and possibly your loved ones. If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at 479-361-5847. 

See you there!!