Run 4 your lungs raises money for cancer screening

One in sixteen Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer in their lifetime, but you can help change that. Saturday November, 9th is the first annual Walk 4 Your Lungs 5k at Lakes Regional Park. The event raises money for the 4 words foundation, a non-profit that provides cancer screenings to people who are underinsure. Gates open at 7am. You can register at runsignup.com. If you can’t make it, you can still participate. Head to the event’s facebook page to find out how you can take part in the virtual run.

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