The Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation Inc. is now a proud member of the World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition. To learn more about the organization visit http://www.worldpancreaticcancercoalition.org/
Join us in raising awareness of Pancreatic Cancer. With a five-year survival rate in the single digits, pancreatic cancer is one of the world’s deadliest cancers.
Yesterday, our President and Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Bill Shrieves met with Senator Ben Cardin on Capitol Hill to get his support for World Pancreatic Cancer Day.
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the 3rd leading cause of cancer related deaths in the U.S. In 2018, it is estimated that 55,440 Americans were diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and 44,330 died. •3
A special thanks to all of our PanCan 5k sponsors earlier this month.
Runners and walkers gathered on Hog Neck Golf Course for a unique 5K race to support the fight against pancreatic cancer. The race took place at twilight and followed the cart paths around the golf course, ending after dark. Runners and walkers were dressed in purple, the color for pancreatic cancer. “Many came to support someone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer or in memory of someone who had passed away from the disease, said Bill Shrieves, President of the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. Pancreatic cancer is the third most deadly cancer in the United States with an estimated 44,330 people dying from the disease this year.
Tidewater Physical Therapy was the title sponsor for the event. “We are delighted to support this race and the fight against pancreatic cancer again this year” said Shawn Carter Jr., Clinical Director of the TPT St. Michaels office. Other sponsors included: Comfort Keepers, Clearwater Pools and Spas, Dobson Lawn & Landscaping, Easton Aviation, Maryland Air, Shaw’s Incorporated, Shore United Bank, Rose Hill Family Physicians, and Total Home performance.
The Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation will be holding its second annual 5K Run/Walk on Hog Neck Golf Course on Saturday, August 25th. Proceeds from the run will support the organization’s mission to provide hope and support for pancreatic cancer patients in our area. This will be a truly unique opportunity to run in the evening on the beautiful Hog Neck Golf Course. “We want to thank Hog Neck Golf Course for making their course available to us to raise awareness and support for the fight against pancreatic cancer” said Bill Shrieves, president of the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers with the lowest 5-year survival rate at just 9%. This year 55,440 Americans will be diagnosed with this disease and 44,330 are expected to die from the disease. Pancreatic cancer remains the third leading cause of cancer related deaths in the United States, killing more people than breast cancer.
TCR Event Management will be conducting the race. The registration fee is $30. There will be a maximum of 200 participants, so early registration is important. To register go to https://runsignup.com/PanCanTwilight5k or visit www.midshorepancan.org under events. Walkers are also welcome. If you have been touched in any way by pancreatic cancer, this is your opportunity to help in the fight. All participants will be given PURPLE glow sticks, in remembrance of those who have suffered from the effects of Pancreatic Cancer. All finishers will receive a commemorative medal. Runners and walkers are encouraged to wear their best purple garb.
Registration will open at 6:30PM on the day of the race. The race will start at 7:30PM. Awards will be presented to the top three male and female runners overall and by age group.
To learn more contact the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation at 410-745-9243.
The Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation Inc. is raffling this basket full of wine, snacks, a variety of gift cards and more valued over $100. Tickets are 3 for $5.
Contact us online or any member to get in on this great offer.
Our very own Bill Shrieves completed the Marine Corps Marathon this past weekend. His time was 5 hours and 13 minutes, which placed him 13th out of 76 in the 70-74 age group.
“When I decided to run this race, I thought I was doing it to prove something to myself and to raise money to fight pancreatic cancer, says Bill Shrieves President of the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Inc. Five hours is a lot of time to think and I came to realize I was running to provide hope for anyone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Almost six years ago, a doctor told me to get my affairs in order because I probably would be dead in less than a year. Six years later I completed a marathon. In your personal and professional life, never let anyone else tell you what is going to happen. You are in control of your own destiny. Never give up hope.”
Congrats to Bill and thanks for all your hard work raising awareness and hope for those with Pancreatic Cancer and their families.
Do you enjoy playing Bingo??
Join us for a Bingo Extravaganza benefiting the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation Inc.
Thursday, October 6th
Great prizes for everyone, come on out for a wonderful time.
Join us for the Across the Bay 10K and run to raise money to fight pancreatic cancer. We have bibs available for individuals willing to commit to raise $500 or more. For more information, contact Kim Hopkins at 443-239-4953 (timbergrovekim@gmail.com) or visit www.midshorepancan.org.
Proceeds from the “Hop” Hopkins Memorial Run go to the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation to support outreach and patient support activities on the Mid-Shore. 50% of all funds raised will go to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to support the national fight against pancreatic cancer.
The members of the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Inc. have a full schedule for 2016. Check out our list of events and stop by to learn more about Pancreatic Cancer and meet a survivor as we continue our mission to raise an awareness for this disease!
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