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April 26, 2012

Relay For Life raises funds to fight cancer

Rebecca Hattaway Staff Reporter

OWASSO —  

It brings men, women and children of all ages together for an overnight gathering of celebration and remembrance. 
It raises funds for the fight against cancer, a disease that will affect one in two American men and one in three American women in their lifetime.
It celebrates life, remembers those lost and empowers others to fight back.
It’s the American Cancer Society Relay For Life and it’s happening soon in Owasso.
Teams of area residents will gather at the Owasso High School track on Friday, May 11 from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Saturday, May 12.
Relay For Life is a fun filled event that mobilizes communities throughout the country to celebrate survivors, remember loved ones, and raise money for the fight against cancer.
The event begins with a cancer survivors lap celebrating those who have survived cancer or who are currently battling cancer. 
•For the newly diagnosed, Relay offers an opportunity to meet someone who has survived the same type of cancer.  
•For the cancer patient in treatment, Relay provides an opportunity to share with others.
•For the long-term survivor, Relay brings a community’s recognition of the struggle and closure to a trying time in life.
•Caregivers also find hope in Relay For Life. These individuals give their time, love and support to friends, family and neighbors who face cancer. At Relay, everyone understands the challenges and joys of being a caregiver. There is peace of mind knowing that together we can face the challenges ahead.
Games, music, and live entertainment continues throughout the night. Teams hold creative fundraisers at their camp sites. 
Relay For Life’s Luminaria Ceremony takes place after sundown, honoring the community’s cancer survivors and remembering those lost to the disease.
Participants will circle the track that is surrounded by glowing luminaria that bear the name of someone who has battled cancer. 
For more information or to register as a survivor, email contact information to Judy Burdell at Judy_Burdell@hotmail.com by May 4.
 

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