The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance will host an awareness event, “Shake Your Teal Feathers 1-mile fun run/walk,” on Sunday, Sept. 24,at Meadows in Millennium Park, 1415 Maynard Ave. SW. This is an untimed race starting at 1pm through the scenic Millenium Park. Registration is now open at mioca.org.

Incentives include:

• ●  Event t-shirt to all registrants
• ●  Finisher teal necklace
• ●  Ovarian Cancer Survivor Recognition
• ●  Post-Event Munchies
• ●  Silent Auction
• ●  Kids 17 and under participate free with each registered adult”We look forward to again hosting this event which is in its 11th year in the Grand Rapids area. It gives us a chance to honor those who have bravely fought ovarian cancer and celebrate all survivors. We love that we can bring the community together to share about the teal ribbon and in a fun way. Ovarian cancer is the most lethal gynecologic cancer with no early detection test so awareness events like this help us to educate folks on the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer and to ensure folks understand the importance of knowing their genetic family history.” said MIOCA Event Manager Diann Glaza-Helbling.

   

  Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MIOCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2011. MIOCA strives to promote the early detection of ovarian cancer and improved treatment outcomes. MIOCA raises awareness of ovarian cancer, provides resources and support to survivors and their families, advocates both locally and federally, educates Michigan communities, and funds innovative ovarian cancer research.