Press Releases

January 22 , 2009
Amgen’s Breakaway from Cancer Initiative Expands To Help Cancer Patients Access Broad Spectrum of Cancer Resources and Services

Breakaway From Cancer Quote Sheet

January 10 , 2008
Breakaway from Cancer Public Service Announcement Spreads Support and Hope
Patrick Dempsey Delivers Inspirational Message

November 13, 2007
AEG Announces Route Details for 2008 Amgen Tour of California Professional Cycling Road Race
World-Class Cycling Field to Compete Across 650 Miles of California Roadway in Eight-Day Stage Race

January 31, 2007
Toyota-United Pro Cycling Team Justin England Joins Stationary Cycling Fundraiser
Justin England Joins Stationary Cycling Fundraiser to support the Flight Against Cancer Leading up to The 2007 AMGEN Tour of California.

January 16, 2007
Amgen Launches 2007 Breakaway from Cancer Initiative
Patrick Dempsey joins Team Breakaway; Survey Findings Reveal Impact of Cancer on Careers

Overview of Key Findings
2006 National Survey of Cancer Patients/Survivors and Caregivers

FACT SHEET
Nationwide Cancer and Careers Survey Findings

November 20, 2006
Fashion Designer and Cancer Survivor Carmen Marc Valvo Offers Support to People Living with Cancer Through Inspirational Signature T-Shirt

Fall 2006
Breakaway from Cancer Charity Rides

• Thousand Oaks
• Washington, DC
• San Francisco

December 8, 2005
The Wellness Community and Amgen Partner with Professional Cyclist George Hincapie to Launch “Breakaway from Cancer” Initiative

November 2, 2005
Amgen Announces Sponsorship of World-Class Cycling Event
Company to Join With The Wellness Community to Raise Awareness and Funds to Help People Fight Cancer.