During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are reminded that the early detection and treatment of breast cancer will greatly increase the chances of survival. Awareness begins by knowing who is at risk, following the guidelines for early detection, supporting recovery programs and joining others in the search for a cure. In recognition of breast cancer awareness month, St. Charles Plastic Surgery would like to share an event that happened earlier this year.
It is difficult to describe the feeling of stepping across the finish line knowing that you are among 30,000 participants that have gathered at Grant Park in hopes of making a difference in the fight against breast cancer. The Y-ME Race Against Breast Cancer is the largest cause related event in Chicago and is held every year on Mother’s Day. Team St. Charles Plastic Surgery, boasting 41 members committed to the cause, set a new team goal, having raised over $9600. This year, the theme for our team was iRace. The iTunes selected included such encouraging songs as I Run For Life, I Will Survive and Lean On Me. Our team t-shirt, designed by Caleigh Ryan of the Longfellow Elementary 5th grade art class, provided a “picture perfect” match to our chosen theme. Team members collecting over $100 were entered into a drawing provided by Dr. Ghaderi. Congratulations to our winner, who received an iPod Shuffle containing our Race Day Playlist. We hope to see you on team St. Charles Plastic Surgery in 2007!
