PHILADELPHIA, PA, February 28, 2023 – The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation (SROCF) will host its 19th annual Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5K Run/Walk on April 22, 2023, at the Philadelphia Museum of Art (2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130). The Sandy Sprint supports women currently battling ovarian cancer, honors those who are survivors, and raises funds to prevent future diagnoses.
It is estimated by the American Cancer Society that 1 in 78 women in the United States will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. The chances of surviving ovarian cancer are significant when it is detected early. However, even with textbook symptoms, many women are not diagnosed until it has reached advanced stages. Ovarian cancer is difficult to diagnose, as symptoms can be subtle, easily confused with other diseases, and there is no early detection test. Currently, there is no readily-available tool that can screen for ovarian cancer, making those early-stage diagnoses even more difficult.
The goal of the event is to raise funds to advance research so that ovarian cancer can be more frequently diagnosed in its early stages and to spread the word about the foundation’s mission, which is to fight for those who are fighting, speak for those who have fallen silent and provide for those who are working towards the end of ovarian cancer. The SROCF has raised over $5.8 million through fundraising and events to fight for a world without ovarian cancer.
The Sandy Sprint will include the 5K Run/Walk, a Survivor Ceremony, live performances, and much more. Special guests and entertainment will be announced at a later date. All participants must pre-register for the 5K prior to April 22, 2023. Participants are encouraged to create an online fundraising page to help spread the word about the Sandy Sprint and to reach their fundraising goals. Registration fees are $40 for adults and $30 for children under 12.
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About Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation:
The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation, Inc, is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization created as a tribute to the life, character, and immense strength of Sandy Rollman. Her sister Adriana Way and her nurse Robin Cohen decided to keep Sandy’s memory alive while trying to prevent other women from having to endure the same pain as she did. Their mission is to fight for those who are fighting, speak for those who have fallen silent, and provide for those who are working towards the end of ovarian cancer. It is in Sandy’s memory and the memory of all women who have succumbed to this insidious disease that they have dedicated their efforts to help conquer ovarian cancer.
