Cancer Awareness on the Web Today!

As I was surfing around the Internet today, I happened across a couple of important links that I wanted to share with all of you!

First up, I posted on Friday afternoon about the Stand Up to Cancer telethon.  In the event that you missed the telethon when it aired live on Friday night, you can now watch the full video of the telethon here, on the Stand Up to Cancer website.  At that same link, you can also find video from both the pre-show and the post-show.  The telethon itself was only an hour long and included a number of fascinating features on some of the research that has been funded by Stand Up to Cancer over the last two years as well as personal stories, musical acts and more.  It was a surprisingly moving show and I highly recommend that everyone take an hour to watch it and learn more about this great organization. 

I also wanted to remind everyone that Ambassador Nancy Brinker's book Promise Me will be officially released tomorrow, September 14th in bookstores all around the country (including on Amazon!).  For those who don't know, Nancy Brinker is the founder and CEO of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.  Ambassador Brinker founded the Komen organization after making a promise to her dying sister to do everything in her power to find a cure for breast cancer.  In her book Promise Me, she recounts her personal story and discusses her personal goals for Komen for the Cure, breast cancer research and cancer advocacy in general.  It sounds like a fascinating book for anyone to read and I can't wait to get my hands on it.

In advance of the publication of Promise Me, Ambassador Brinker has been doing a series of interviews and media appearances which are slowly making their way to the web.  You can watch a particularly nice interview that she did on Good Morning America this morning here.  A second interview, this time with CNBC can be found here.  Finally, Larry King posted this great article that was written by Ambassador Brinker about her role in what has ultimately been a revolution in breast cancer research and advocacy. 

In addition to these media appearances, Ambassador Brinker will also be starting a national book tour tomorrow with an appearance in New York City.  You can find the list of events for the book tour on the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Facebook page.  I am particularly looking forward to Ambassador Brinker's appearance at Agnes Scott College in Decatur on Thursday, September 23rd.  If you will be in the Atlanta area  and would like to join me for that event, let me know!  

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Thinking About Joining Relentless Optimism?

Dearest friends and family -

You've all been reading about my 3 Day adventures here on Kristen Walks for months now.  If you've been contemplating becoming a member of Relentless Optimism and joining us in Boston in July, now is the time to do it!  Every new member of our team that registers between now and midnight on Friday, April 23rd will get $25 off of their registration fee when they use the promotional code GOTEAM.  You can find the link to register for our team on the Relentless Optimism team page.  Simply click where it says "Register to Join Team" and follow the directions!

Maybe you're thinking about walking with us.  Maybe you want to put your medical skills to work as part of the Medical Crew.  Maybe you're thinking about joining the crew in whatever capacity you can.  Whatever your reason, please register today!  The more people that register for the 3 Day, the more money we will raise for breast cancer research and the more lives we will save.  It is as simple as that.

So what are you waiting for?  Join Relentless Optimism today!

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Calling all Medical Professionals!

The organizers of the Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure are currently in need of people for their  Health Services Crew!

Because of the physical toll that walking 60 miles in 3 days can take on a body, the Medical Crew are some of the most important crew members on the 3 Day.  The Health Services team, as they are officially called, are the largest crew team on the event, comprised of nearly 100 medical professionals.  RNs, MDs, EMTs, physical therapists, chiropractors and athletic trainers help keep the walkers, crew and volunteers on the 3 Day healthy, hydrated and happy during the event.  If you or someone you know is a licensed medical professional in one of the states hosting a 3 Day event this year, please think about becoming a part of the Medical Crew!

Joining the 3 Day Medical Crew is a four day commitment (three days on event and a 1/2 day of training before the event).  There is a $90 registration fee (just like for the walkers) that covers all of your expenses on the event.  You will live in the pink tent city with all of the walkers and crew and will fully be a part of the 3 Day experience.  There is no fundraising required for crew members, but it is always appreciated and encouraged.  If you are interested in helping us out in this way, please visit www.the3day.org or call 800-996-3DAY to register today.  You can also become a crew member of Relentless Optimism (our team for the Boston event) by going to our team page on the 3 Day website and clicking "Register to join team" in the box where our team members are listed.

I know I have a lot of friends who are doctors, nurses, ATs and the like.  PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE consider joining us in Boston and being a part of the awesome Medical Crew!!

Mel checking in with the Medical Crew at lunch on Day 2, Atlanta 2007

PS - According to today's KomenLink newsletter, if you register between April 12 – 23 and use the promotional code TEAMKOMEN at checkout, you will get a $25 discount off the Susan G. Komen 3-Day for the Cure™ registration!  An added incentive to register for the Medical Crew!

Happy Birthday Facebook!

Apparently, it's Facebook's 6th birthday today.  Did you know that Susan G. Komen for the Cure was on Facebook?

Susan G. Komen for the Cure Facebook Page

Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure Facebook Page

You can also find me over on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/kscincotta.