Past Events
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November 5, 2011, Summit on Psychosocial Oncology, Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partner Cancer Support Community (CSC) will host the Summit on Psychosocial Oncology, November 5th, 2011 from 9:00am - 12:00pm ET at Washington Marriot Wardman Park in Washington, D.C.
The Summit will address national progress made towards meeting needs outlined in the 2007 Institute of Medicine report Cancer Care for the Whole Patient: Meeting Psychosocial Health Needs. Susan Dentzer, Editor-in-Chief of Health Affairs, the nation's leading journal of health policy, and an on-air analyst on health issues with The NewsHour on the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), will moderate the event. Leaders in psychosocial oncology, including Dr. Stephen Edge, Chair of the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, will outline advances towards meeting these needs. Dr. Edge will address new patient centered standards that the Commission is adopting. CSC will host an exhibition before and directly following the Summit to showcase the important work being accomplished throughout the cancer community in meeting psychosocial needs. Medical professionals, patient advocates, survivors, policy makers, and members of the press are invited to this important event. Learn more at : http://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/fm/Media/Wellnet/Spring2011/Summit.html | |
October 8, 2011, Prevent Cancer Super ColonTM, Come walk through the Prevent Cancer Super ColonTM, which will be part of the Dempsey Challenge in Auburn/Lewiston, ME on October 8 and 9, 2011. The colon will be part of the health and lifestyle festival and open to the public. Stop by to get information on colon cancer prevention and screening. Contact Lisa Hughes for more information at lisa.hughes@preventcancer.org or 703-519-2118. | |
October 8, 2011, Breakaway from Cancer® Represented at The Dempsey Challenge presented by Amgen, The Dempsey Challenge presented by Amgen is a fundraising experience for The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Maine. The Dempsey Center provides high-quality education, support and wellness services to patients, survivors and caregivers.
Non-competitive walks and bike rides are scheduled for October 8 and 9, to raise funds for The Dempsey Center. While you're there, visit the Breakaway from Cancer booth. Representatives will be on hand to share information about the free services provided by Breakaway from Cancer's nonprofit partners: Prevent Cancer Foundation, Cancer Support Community, Patient Advocate Foundation and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. For more information, or to register, visit www.dempseychallenge.org. | |
September 24, 2011, Prevent Cancer Foundation 5kTM, Do your part in the fight against cancer by joining Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partner Prevent Cancer Foundation in their annual 5K. Register, volunteer, or donate today by visiting http://blog.preventcancer.org/prevent-cancer-foundation-5k/. For more information contact Linda Chastain at linda.chastain@preventcancer.org. | |
September 23, 2011, Young Leadership Council Red Ball, The Red Ball is an annual fundraising event held by the Young Leadership Council (YLC) of the Cancer Support Community. The event features cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, music and dancing, a raffle auction, and incredible gift bags. The Red Ball is attended by approximately 300 upwardly mobile young to mid-career professionals each year. The mission of the YLC, is to represent a new generation of leaders who are advancing the cause of social and emotional support for people living with cancer by raising awareness and organizing philanthropic initiatives to benefit the Cancer Support Community. Learn more at www.cancersupportcommunity.com. | |
September 23, 2011, Cancer Legal Resource Center 2011 Cancer Rights Conferences, The Cancer Legal Resource Center hosts regional conferences that provide patients, survivors, caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals with information about cancer-related legal issues including employment, insurance options, access to health care, financial planning, and many other issues. Patient Advocate Foundation will be in the exhibit hall to meet with attendees. Learn more and register for this event at http://cancerrightsconference.org. | |
September 22, 2011, Congressional Families Action for Cancer Awareness Awards Luncheon, The Congressional Families Cancer Prevention program of the Prevent Cancer Foundation will be honoring champions in cancer prevention. The annual luncheon will be held from 11:30am - 1:30pm ET in the U.S. Capitol. For information on the 19th Annual Congressional Families Action for Cancer Awareness awards luncheon, please contact Lisa Hughes at lisa.hughes@preventcancer.org or 703-519-2118 for more information. | |
September 15, 2011, Research and Training Institute Grand Opening and Barn Raising Event, Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partner Cancer Support Community (CSC) will host a Barn Raising and Grand Opening event for its Research and Training Institute at the CSC campus in Philadelphia. The fundraiser will be reminiscent of a traditional barn raising - stressing the need for the community to unite in support of a common goal - and will take full advantage of the beautiful fall foliage using the indoor/outdoor space of the newly renovated Sheep Barn. Join CSC for this unique event and help to "lift" the walls and celebrate the opening of the Institute - the first institution in the United States dedicated to psychosocial, behavioral, and survivorship research and training in cancer. Learn more at http://cancersupportcommunity.org/hc/Initiatives/RTI_1/default.aspx | |
July 30, 2011, "I'm Cured...Now What?" Conference for Teen and Young Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer, Life with Cancer's 6th Annual Conference, Childhood cancer survivors, ages 16 and over, and their parents meet to discuss the long-term effects of treatment and survivorship issues like dating and relationships, insurance, legal concerns, college, and career planning. Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partner Patient Advocate Foundation will be presenting at the Life with Cancer's Annual Conference. Learn more and register for this event at www.lifewithcancer.org. | |
July 30, 2011, 7th Annual CT Challenge Bike Ride Sponsored by Amgen, The Connecticut Challenge, sponsored by Amgen, is a non-competitive premiere cycling event welcoming riders of all abilities and ages. There are several ride distances to choose from, including 10, 25, 50, 75, and a challenging 100-mile ride known as "New England's Toughest Century." The CT Challenge believes that much more can be done to help cancer patients, funding the first cancer survivorship clinics in Connecticut and working with hospitals across the state to create survivorship programs. The CT Challenge goals are to educate survivors about the long-term effects they may face from their disease and treatment and, through the Survivorship Network, to make survivorship care easily accessible no matter where they live in the state. Learn more at www.CTChallenge.org. | |
June 25, 2011, The Ride for Roswell, University at Buffalo, The Ride for Roswell is about hope. Hope for a new treatment. Hope for a new cure. Hope that thousands of riders have when they participate in The Ride for Roswell, an event that has raised more than $13.5 million for Roswell Park Cancer Institute since its inception 16 years ago. Now drawing pledges and participants from across the country and Canada, The Ride For Roswell uses its collective strength to help ensure cancer research is always funded and that the most advanced treatments and world-class care are always available to patients. Learn more at RideforRoswell.org. | |
June 21, 2011, Patient Advocate Foundation's 12th Annual Patient Congress, Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) invites you to join the 12th Annual Patient Congress on June 21-22, 2011! PAF urges attendees to participate in the legislative process by meeting with their Members of Congress to voice opinions on healthcare reform legislation. To register for Patient Congress and/or learn more about the event visit pc.patientadvocate.org. | |
June 15, 2011, Prevent Cancer Super ColonTM, The Prevent Cancer Super ColonTM will be open to the public from 8 am to 5 pm on June 15 at the Olympic Fountains (just outside the Aquarium and World of Coke) in Centennial Park in downtown Atlanta. Representatives and medical professionals from Morehouse School of Medicine, Georgia CCC and Northside Hospital will be in attendance. Come learn how about colorectal cancer, and how to reduce your risk for the disease. Contact: Lisa Hughes, lisa.hughes@preventcancer.org or 703-519-2118 for more information or visit www.preventcancer.org. | |
June 5, 2011, A Breakaway from Cancer Fundraiser featuring The Oncotones, More info: Breakaway from Cancer is hosting a fundraiser to benefit the four nonprofit partner organizations. Join us on Sunday, June 5, 2011, at the House of Blues Chicago for a fun evening of music from The Oncotones. A $20 donation at the door includes two drinks, hors d'oeuvres and music. Doors open at 7pm and the event is open to the public. Performance starts at 8:15pm. Must be 21 and over. All proceeds will benefit the Breakaway from Cancer partners: Prevent Cancer Foundation, Cancer Support Community, Patient Advocate Foundation, and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. | |
May 29, 2011, Stars & Stripes Challenge Ride presented by Amgen's Breakaway from Cancer® , Palmetto Peloton Project (P3) will hold the Stars and Stripes Challenge, a fundraising cyclist event held in conjunction with the Greenville Hospital System USA Cycling Professional Championship. Beneficiaries for this year's event include the Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partners. Visit us at the Breakaway from Cancer booth at the Ride. Representatives will be on hand to share information about the free services provided by Breakaway from Cancer's nonprofit partners: Prevent Cancer Foundation, Cancer Support Community, Patient Advocate Foundation and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. Learn more. http://www.p3ride.org/events/the-stars-a-stripes-callenge-ride.html | |
May 15, 2011, Breakaway Mile Honoring Cancer Survivors at Amgen Tour of California, CA Celebrating cancer survivors everywhere, the Breakaway Miles take place at select stages during the Amgen Tour of California , before the professional riders roll across the finish line. It is a special one-mile walk to honor the millions of cancer survivors worldwide.
During the Breakaway Mile, a local cancer survivor patient, caregiver, or advocate and an Amgen scientist who has played a crucial role in developing breakthrough medicines are named Breakaway from Cancer Champions for making a difference within their community and inspiring others. The Champions are joined by the survivor's peloton of support team members, including caregivers, family members, and healthcare professionals who support their fight against cancer. | |
May 1, 2011, Breakaway Walk during the Breakaway from Cancer® Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling, Amgen's Breakaway from Cancer® initiative is the presenting sponsor for the 5th Annual Dana Point Grand Prix. Celebrating cancer survivors everywhere, the Pacific Meso Center is inviting members of cancer community to join the Breakaway Walk on Sunday, May 1st, at 3:00 p.m., meeting at the Cancer Survivor Tent. We will walk at 3:45 p.m. in solidarity down the home stretch of the race course on Del Prado in Dana Point and cross the finish line. For more information: http://www.pacificmesocenter.org/pdf/DPGP_Breakaway_Walk.pdf Public, kids, amateur and pro races will race all day, from 7 am to 6 pm PT. While you're there, stop by and visit us at the Breakaway from Cancer booth. | |
April 30, 2011, Breakaway from Cancer® Night at the Dana Point Yacht Club, The Dana Point Community Cycling Foundation in collaboration with Amgen's Breakaway from Cancer initiative is actively engaging the community in a premiere event on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at the Dana Point Yacht Club, preceding the nationally recognized Breakaway from Cancer Dana Point Grand Prix of Cycling in on Sunday, May 1. Proceeds from this year's Saturday Night event will benefit the Breakaway from Cancer nonprofit partners and the Pacific Meso Center at the Pacific Heart Lung Blood Institute in Los Angeles. For more information: http://www.pacificmesocenter.org/pdf/DPGP_SaturdayNight.pdf | |
April 28, 2011, Cancer Support Community's 2nd Annual Spring Celebration, Cancer Support Community's 2nd Annual Spring Celebration was a great success! Joining host Lily Tomlin as presenters and attendees were Broadway star, Kelli O'Hara; performer, Julie Delgado; Fox News contributor and breast surgeon, Dr. Cynara Coomer; and decorated war veteran, Colonel Jack Jacobs. The event raises vital funds to support CSC's mission: To ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. Please visit the CSC Facebook pageto view pictures from this memorable event! More info: http://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/hc/News/Spring-Celebration-Update.html | |
April 28, 2011, CURE magazine's Extraordinary Healer Award at the Oncology Nursing Society's 36th Annual Congress, For the fifth consecutive year, CURE magazine is calling on cancer patients, survivors and caregivers from across the country to submit essays for the 2011 Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing . The contest, made possible with financial support from Amgen Oncology and Breakaway from Cancer®, invites patients and their families to submit a 400-1000 word essay describing the compassion, expertise and helpfulness a special oncology nurse exhibited toward them during their cancer journey. The three nurse finalists and their essayists (plus one guest each) will receive round-trip airfare and two-night accommodations in Boston, where they will be honored at a reception held in conjunction with the Oncology Nursing Society's 36th Annual Congress on April 28, 2011. During the awards reception, one nurse will be presented with the 2011 Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing and will also receive an all-expenses-paid spa trip for two. | |
February 25, 2011, Nominate a Cancer Survivor, Patient, Caregiver, or Advocate to be a Breakaway from Cancer®Champion, CA Five individuals who have made a positive impact and acted as an inspiration to those affected by cancer within their community will be selected as the 2011 Breakaway from Cancer Champions. One recipient will be honored during the 2011 Amgen Tour of California at each of the following host cities:
For complete criteria and information on nominating someone, visit www.breakawayfromcancer.com/champions. | |
February 13, 2011, 26.2 with Donna: The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer, | |
February 1, 2011, Nominate Someone for CURE magazine's 2011 Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing For the fifth consecutive year, CURE magazine is calling on cancer patients, survivors and caregivers from across the country to submit essays for the 2011 Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing . The contest, made possible with financial support from Amgen Oncology and Breakaway from Cancer®, invites patients and their families to submit a 400-1000 word essay describing the compassion, expertise and helpfulness a special oncology nurse exhibited towards them during their cancer journey. Submissions can be made online at www.curetoday.com/healeraward or by mail and will be accepted through 11:59 p.m. CT on March 21st, 2011.
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 | October 3, 2010, The Dempsey Challenge presented by Amgen Lewiston/Auburn, ME |
 | October 1, 2010, LIVESTRONG Challenge Series |
 | July 24, 2010, 45th Annual Bob Cook Memorial Mt. Evans Hill Climb presented by Amgen, |
July 10, 2010, Capital Hill Educational Reception, | |
 | June 2, 2010, Striking the Balance Roundtable, |
 | May 24, 2010, Amgen's Breakaway Miles |
 | April 2, 2010, Breakaway Rides presented by Specialized |
 | October 2, 2009, LIVESTRONG Challenge June-October 2009 |
 | October 2, 2009, The Dempsey Challenge: A Journey for Hope |
 | February 28, 2009, Amgen's Breakaway Miles |
February 20, 2009, Solvang Race of Truth | |
February 8, 2009, Breakaway from Cancer Charity Rides , | |
 | December 6, 2008, Bike Fest, |
 | February 18, 2008, Breakaway Miles |
February 10, 2008, Breakaway from Cancer Charity Ride, | |
February 8, 2008, Amgen Cycling Club Presented Cycling Legend Bob Roll to Raise Funds for Breakaway from Cancer | |
January 29, 2008, PedalFest 2008 | |
February 27, 2007, Breakaway from Cancer Initiative Reaches Record Crowds at 2007 Amgen Tour of California | |
February 11, 2007, Breakaway from Cancer Charity Rides | |
Past Events