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heart&core is Making Strides with the American Cancer Society
With the support of many organizations, Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October has become a focus everywhere you look. You see it in professional sports, celebrity endorsements and many of us are actively observing the month right in our own homes. With so many events to participate in, we are all helping with the fight against breast cancer together. This October, we at heart&core have chosen to work with the American Cancer Society (ACS) with a fundraiser for their Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. Our company is a strong supporter of organizations focused on research, advocacy and awareness, and we especially love the ACS’s commitment to supporting patients, families and caregivers. Did you know that the ACS offers services like lodging, rides and transportation and other various programs and services to help people get screenings and rides to treatment? They have invested $5 billion in research since 1946, helping to improve the lives of patients and their families — and to end cancer as we know it. There are Making Strides walks across the country — for us, that local walk is at 7 a.m. October 12 at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. We’ll be fundraising to benefit the ACS’s continued efforts to fund breakthrough breast cancer research, provide free information and support, and help people reduce their breast cancer risk or find it early when it may be more treatable. There are many ways you can get involved: Donate to our fundraiser to continue the ACS’s work. Join us by signing up for our event in the Twin Cities or one in the 150 participating communities. Volunteer year round to help and build quality relationships with people who need your help. As we all work in our own way to support breast cancer patients, from creating post-surgical bras with patients in mind to services that help them get the treatment they need, working together is how we can make a difference. However you decide to get involved, we appreciate your support as we all join together to fight breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Ways to Get Involved in October
We’re quickly approaching Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, a dedicated time to honor the community of survivors and remember those who have passed on. It’s also a time to celebrate the progress of research, come together at activities like walks and special events, and raise funds for continued efforts to support patients and their families. During October, we at heart&core are partnering with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to raise money for their year-round work to help those going through treatment for breast cancer. While you can support us during our ACS fundraiser with contributions or purchases, there are also many other ways to get involved and increase your understanding of the disease: Volunteer to support cancer patients locally Participate in a breast cancer event like Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Reach out to those currently battling breast cancer: A phone call, a visit or a care package with gift cards or essentials like a post-surgical bra are welcome and thoughtful gestures Make purchases that contribute to the cause: Shop Pink during the month of October, many brands donate proceeds of sales to breast cancer organizations focused on research and support Wear pink to show your support and promote awareness: Brighten everyone’s day with fun shades of pink all month to continue keeping breast cancer awareness top of mind Do your own self-exam and follow screening recommendations for mammograms or talk to your doctor about your personal plan Ask questions: If you have concerns about your own health or family history, ask your doctor for more information Check Out These Breast Cancer Resources If you or someone you know have been diagnosed with breast cancer, there are many resources available to you. American Cancer Society National Breast Cancer Foundation Breastcancer.org Susan G. Komen Stay tuned to heartandcore.com in October for information on our partnership with ACS and to learn more about how post-surgery bras are designed especially for comfortable recovery from breast cancer treatments and procedures.
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