MARCH AGAINST CANCER & DISEASE "HEALTHY LIVING DAY"
A new cancer is diagnosed every 30 seconds in America
"The greatest wealth is health. You can't enjoy wealth if you are not in a good health. Your health is an investment, not an expense."
Limit unhealthy foods and eat healthy meals
Drink water and stay hydrated
Limit sugars and sugared beverages
Exercise regularly
Reduce sitting and screen time
Get enough sleep
Limit alcohol
See a doctor regularly "If you don't have your next visit scheduled, do it today"
Do not disregard warning signs
Enjoy family and friends regularly
If you're feeling down or depressed seek help
FUNDRAISING EVENTS
Relay For Life – American Cancer Society
Various dates nationwide
📍Community walk events raising funds for cancer research, patient services, and survivor support.
March for Babies – March of Dimes
Spring–Summer (nationwide)
📍Charity walks supporting healthy pregnancies, NICU programs, and infant health research.
🔗 https://www.marchforbabies.org/
Heart Walk – American Heart Association
Multiple U.S. cities
📍Walk events raising funds to fight heart disease and stroke.
🔗 https://www.heart.org/en/get-involved
Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Nationwide📍
Walk/run events raising funds for breast cancer research and patient support.🔗
JDRF One Walk (Type 1 Diabetes)
Multiple cities
📍Fundraising walks supporting type 1 diabetes research.
NON-PROFITS
Good Days: Focuses on providing financial assistance, advocacy, and education to help patients afford life-changing treatments.
Health Well Foundation: Dedicated to reducing financial barriers to care for underinsured Americans with chronic or life-altering conditions.
Chronic Disease Coalition: Advocates for patient rights, insurance fairness, and access to care, working within state legislatures.
Center for Chronic Illness: Provides support groups and educational programs to reduce isolation and promote well-being for those with ongoing health challenges.
Global Healthy Living Foundation: Offers education, advocacy, and community support for chronic patients.
National Organization for Rare Disorders: Provides, through its Chronic Illness Coalition, resources and support for patients with rare and chronic illnesses.
PAN Foundation: Offers patient financial assistance, education, and advocacy.
Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease: An organization focused on raising awareness about the impact of chronic diseases and promoting solutions.