Sun, Oct 15
|Washington Park Parade Grounds
American Cancer Society Making Strides - Albany (Soul Session, the band)
SUPPORTING SURVIVORS, THRIVERS, AND CAREGIVERS The Making Strides movement raises lifesaving funds that support breast cancer patients, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers through every step of the journey.
Time & Location
Oct 15, 2023, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Washington Park Parade Grounds, Albany, NY 12210, USA
About the event
SUPPORTING SURVIVORS, THRIVERS, AND CAREGIVERS
The Making Strides movement raises lifesaving funds that support breast cancer patients, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers through every step of the journey. We’ve enhanced digital offerings available to anyone across the nation, including one-on-one breast cancer patient support services and the use of video chat to safely connect patients, caregivers, and family members with valuable services and resources through our website, in addition to a 24/7 helpline.
ABOUT BREAST CANCER
Apart from skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer type in women. In fact,
In 2023:APPROXIMATELY
290,560
people will be diagnosed with breast cancer
AN ADDITIONAL
51,400
cases of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) will be diagnosed in women
If you or someone you love is concerned about developing breast cancer, have been recently diagnosed, are going through treatment, or are trying to stay well after treatment, we can help you find the answers you need.
ABOUT BREAST CANCERThe basics on breast cancer from A to Z such as what it is, how it forms, and how common it is.
BREAST CANCER RISK AND PREVENTIONThere's no sure way to prevent breast cancer but there are things you can do to lower your risk.
BREAST CANCER EARLY DETECTION AND DIAGNOSIS UNDERSTANDING A BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS BREAST CANCER TREATMENT BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY NON-CANCEROUS BREAST CONDITIONSBenign (non-cancerous) breast conditions are very common and are non life-threatening.
LIVING AS A BREAST CANCER SURVIVORWhat to expect and some tips for those living with or living after cancer.