Teams forming for Making Strides walk

LITCHFIELD » The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks are schedule to occur throughout the month of October to support the fight against the second leading cause of cancer death in women and ensure no one faces breast cancer alone as October is annually recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us at our walks in New Haven and Westport on Sunday, Oct. 15; Bridgeport, Litchfield, and New London on Sunday, Oct. 22; and Hartford and Waterbury on Sunday, Oct. 29.

To learn more about a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event near and how you can become involved, visit www.makingstrideswalk.org or call 1.800.227.2345.

Dollars raised by Making Strides supporters help the American Cancer Society ensure no one faces breast cancer alone by funding innovative breast cancer research; promoting education and risk reduction; and providing comprehensive patient support to those who need it most.

According to the American Cancer Society Cancer Facts & Figures 2017, an estimated 252,710 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 40,610 will die from the disease this year. In 2017, 3,420 Connecticut residents will be diagnosed with breast cancer and unfortunately 430 will succumb to the disease.

“Because of the determination of Making Strides supporters, the American Cancer Society is there for people in every community affected by breast cancer, whether they’re currently dealing with a diagnosis, may face one in the future, or will avoid it altogether because of education and risk reduction,” said Wendy Matthews, executive director with the American Cancer Society. “At the event, communities embrace a bittersweet mix of purpose – celebrating survivorship and paying meaningful tributes to loved ones lost. From research to education, prevention to diagnosis, and treatment to recovery, we provide support to everyone impacted by breast cancer.”

To learn more about a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event near and how you can become involved, visit www.makingstrideswalk.org or call 800-227-2345.