CAMC Run for Your Life 5 Miler
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Event Overview
The CAMC Foundation Run for Your Life is an annual athletic event held in Charleston, West Virginia. The event serves as a fundraiser to support colorectal cancer awareness and screening initiatives. All proceeds are directed toward helping individuals in the local community who may not have the financial means to afford necessary screening procedures.
The course begins at Haddad Riverfront Park, located at 600 Kanawha Boulevard East. Participants follow a route through the streets of Charleston before returning to the park for the finish. The event features music along the course and refreshments provided at the finish line. Over 400 participants typically attend the morning activities.
Available distances include:
- 5 Mile Run
- 2.5 Mile Walk
Registration for the event supports advocacy for the prevention, screening, and treatment of colorectal cancer. This disease is recognized as the third most common cancer and the second deadliest cancer in the United States for men and women combined. The event provides a platform for participants to share personal connections to the cause while contributing to local health efforts. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
