Join the Race for the Cure

by Komen South Dakota on September 22, 2010

The Race for the Cure is just days away! Make plans to join a community of survivors in Vermillion this Sunday, Sept. 26. Your participation will make a positive difference in the lives of people battling breast cancer. Listen as Beth O’Toole explains why she participates in the Race for the Cure. Visit komensouthdakota.org/race to [...]

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Tom Brokaw to Greet Participants

by Komen South Dakota on September 20, 2010

We are excited to announce that a famous South Dakotan will greet Komen South Dakota race participants at this year’s early packet pickup. Tom Brokaw, a special correspondent for NBC News and former anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News, will be at the Dakota Dome in Vermillion from 10 a.m. to noon on [...]

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Breast Cancer Battle Mode

by Komen South DakotaSeptember 16, 2010 Making a Difference

Beth O’Toole’s grandmother, mother and twin sister have all fought breast cancer, and Beth’s family has gone into attack mode after each diagnosis. Her family does not take cancer sitting down. Listen to Beth’s story, and stop sitting on the sideline in the fight against breast cancer. Take steps to treat and cure breast cancer [...]

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Be an Encourager

by Komen South DakotaSeptember 8, 2010 Making a Difference

Surround those who have been recently diagnosed and those who have survived breast cancer with support. As Tam Baker, the 2010 honorary survivor, shares it is easy to feel isolated after a diagnosis. Join the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Vermillion on Sunday, September 26. Sign up today at komensouthdakota.org/race.

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A Cure for Helplessness

by Komen South DakotaSeptember 1, 2010 Making a Difference

Breast cancer survivors and their family and friends can often feel helpless against the disease. Komen South Dakota battles helplessness through research and treatment. Fight breast cancer at the Komen Race for the Cure in Vermillion on Saturday, September 26. Sign up today at komensouthdakota.org!

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Not a Victim, But a Survivor

by Komen South DakotaAugust 25, 2010 Survivors

Tam Baker, this year’s Komen South Dakota honorary survivor, discusses how the language surrounding cancer has changed in her lifetime. At Komen SD we agree with Tam. Those with breast cancer are not victims or patients, but survivors. Show your support to survivors at the 2010 Komen SD Race for the Cure. The race is [...]

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A Good Fit and a Great Cause

by Komen South DakotaAugust 18, 2010 Making a Difference

Komen South Dakota’s mission fit well with Walmart’s desire to give back to the community. Walmart was a large part of getting the Race for the Cure started in South Dakota.

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A Race with a Purpose and Cool T-shirts

by Komen South DakotaAugust 11, 2010 Participants

Teams are an integral part of the Komen South Dakota Race for the Cure. Leading or joining a team is a great way to rally around survivors and raise funds to prevent and cure breast cancer. Listen as Beth O’Toole, a team organizer, shares her highly successful recruiting tactics. Start or join a team for [...]

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Celebrating Life

by Komen South DakotaAugust 4, 2010 Survivors

Tam Baker tells the story of her diagnosis and celebrates being cancer free for 22 years. Join Tam, the 2010 honorary survivor, at the Komen South Dakota Race for the Cure on September 26, 2010 in Vermillion. Find out more at komensouthdakota.org/race.

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Walmart is Sold on Helping Komen SD

by Komen South DakotaJuly 28, 2010 Making a Difference

Ted Walnofer, Walmart store manager in Sioux Falls, shares about Walmart’s commitment to fight breast cancer. Walmart has donated over $40,000 to Komen South Dakota over the last two years. Join Walmart in supporingt Komen South Dakota today at komensouthdakota.org.

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