May 31
Lyme prevention group sponsors CNY Legs Against Lyme
Central New York Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Alliance is sponsoring its Legs Against Lyme Walk at 10. a.m., May 31, at the Long Branch Park in Liverpool.
The event is designed to raise awareness for Lyme disease and raise funds that directly support efforts in research, education and patient support.
According to the nonprofit the challenges of Lyme and other tick-borne diseases extend beyond initial treatment. Persistent and often debilitating symptoms can significantly affect daily life.
The organization urges people, while enjoying the outdoors, to use an effective tick repellent, wear long sleeves and pants, and conduct thorough tick checks after any time spent outside. If you find a tick or develop symptoms like a rash, fever or unexplained fatigue, don’t delay in seeking medical attention.
Visit https://cnylymealliance.org to learn more about how you can get involved, volunteer and register for the walk.
June 14
Local cancer survivors, caregivers to be honored in Rome
Local cancer survivors and their caregivers will take the celebratory first lap at the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Central NY presented by Upstate Cancer Center at Delta Lake State Park in Rome on Saturday, June 14. However, local survivors are encouraged to register now to receive their free cancer survivor T-shirt by mail prior to the event.
Anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers are encouraged to join the celebration at Relay For Life. As the survivors walk, other participants will cheer them on in a demonstration of support and celebration. Each cancer survivor also receives a free commemorative T-shirt by mail, as well as other gift items the day of the Relay.
The Relay For Life is a community event where teams and individuals come together to honor, celebrate, and raise funds and awareness in an effort to free the world from the pain and suffering of cancer. Money raised will help the American Cancer Society provide free information and support for people facing the disease today, and fund cancer research that will help protect future generations.
If you are a cancer survivor or caregiver and would like to be part of the Relay For Life event, you are urged to pre-register for free by visiting RelayForLife.org/CNY or simply call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345 and tell them you want to walk the survivor lap at your local event. Your T-shirt will then be mailed to you after you register. There is no charge to the survivor for the shirt or the postage.