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Ashleigh Koss, Amgen 805.313.6151

Breakaway from Cancer Charity Ride – washington, D.C.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT

Event:
Breakaway from Cancer™ charity bicycle ride to raise awareness and funds for people affected by cancer. The charity ride will encompass a moderate 25-mile route, and all proceeds from the ride will be donated to The Wellness Community and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. Both nonprofits provide free services and resources for people affected by cancer.

Date:
Sunday, November 12, 2006

When:
9:00 a.m.

Location:
Walt Whitman High School
7100 Whittier Blvd
Bethesda, MD 20817

Registration/Cost:
All registered participants will receive a commemorative Amgen Breakaway from Cancer cycling jersey! Register by visiting www.breakawayfromcancer.com and clicking on the charity ride page. Cost is $75.

Suggested Copy:
There are nearly 10 million cancer survivors in the United States today and more than 1.4 million Americans will be diagnosed this year. Amgen’s Breakaway from Cancer charity ride will raise awareness and funds for people affected by cancer. don’t miss out on the chance to participate IN THE RACE, MEET DISCOVERY CHANNEL® PROFESSIONAL CYCLING TEAM MEMBER GEORGE HINCAPIE and support a great cause. the 25-mile d.c. ride will be held on sunday, NOVEMBER 12. visit breakawayfromcancer.com for more information or to register.