Chesapeake Urology Associates (CUA), one of the largest urology practice groups in the nation and located in the greater Baltimore area, established early on its commitment to support and give back to the community.
In 2007, Chesapeake urologist Dr. Sean Van Zijl, suggested to Dr. Sanford Siegel, President and CEO of Chesapeake Urology, that the practice create an event solely focused on prostate cancer as a way to uphold that value. The goal was to increase awareness, provide free screening opportunities for men in need, and raise money for prostate cancer research. Dr Siegel announced a new event focused on men and prostate cancer, and to be held in September during National Prostate Cancer Health Month, during a well-attended press conference.
The Great Strides Against Prostate Cancer 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk that was created turned out to be the most successful first-time event of its kind in Maryland, with more than 1,100 participants and over $135,000 raised. The first beneficiary for the funds raised through the event was the American Urological Association (AUA). Former NFL great and Hall of Famer Lenny Moore became the Honorary Chairman of the GPCC, and remains in that role today, and WJZ-TV and Radio One stepped up as media partners, giving the Great Prostate Cancer Challenge? a big boost in awareness.
The GPCC is the only physician-based prostate cancer awareness and fund-raising program in the country.
In Baltimore, the date for the 2011 GPCC 5K Run & 1 Mile Fun Walk is Sunday, September 25. The GPCC free prostate cancer screening program will continue to help men in need.? To register or for more information click here!
Source: http://baltimore.cbslocal.com/2011/09/19/great-prostate-cancer-challenge-sept-25/
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.