Susan G. Komen D.C. Race for the Cure® Set for May 7

WHEN:

Saturday, May 7, 2016

7:30 am: Opening ceremony

8:00 am: Runner start

WHERE:

National Mall (15th Street NW, near Constitution Avenue NW). Detailed
event map.

Washington, D.C. has the highest death rate from breast cancer in
the U.S. Women in D.C. are diagnosed with breast cancer at a rate
20 percent higher than the national average and are dying from the
disease at a rate 40 percent higher. Susan G. Komen wants to
change these dire statistics by funding programs that ensure
everyone has the access and resources to battle breast cancer
regardless of their economic circumstances.

PEOPLE:

Braxton Family Value’s reality star Traci Braxton, who lost her
grandmother to breast cancer, will entertain and participate in
the race as captain of the Crowns and Cleats Team.

MEDIA INFO:

Media check-in located at tent #17 behind the Main Stage.

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