SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - State Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, is joining thousands of area residents in the fight against breast cancer by participating in the Susan G. Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure this Saturday, June 13 at 8:00 a.m. in Moline benefitting breast cancer screenings, education, and research.
"As a husband to a breast cancer survivor, I know how important proper screening and treatment can be and Susan G. Komen Quad Cities is an unbelievable organization that helps provide critical support to thousands of local families," Smiddy said. "I urge area residents to join me in supporting the brave patients that battle this disease. Everyone should stand with this wonderful organization by participating in the run/walk or making a donation to help families receive the care they need."
The Susan G. Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure was first held in 1990 and was among the first races of its kind in the nation. The Quad Cities organization serves over 500,000 residents in the bi-state area and has funded over 13,000 mammograms since 1990. Access to breast health is a major priority for Smiddy in Springfield, where he has introduced legislation requiring all insurance plans to cover preventative breast cancer screening.
"Seventy-five percent of the funds raised through the Race go toward supporting local breast health services, so participation or donations will help our neighbors who are faced with breast cancer," said Christina McNamara-Schmidt, Marketing and Sponsorship Chair for the Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure. "I'd like to thank Representative Smiddy for urging everyone to get involved in the fight against breast cancer and for the steps he's taking in Illinois to improve women's health."
To make a donation or to register for the race, visit http://komenquadcities.org/ or call 563-742-7465.
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