Suits, Sneakers Event At Statehouse To Raise Cancer Research, Exercise Awareness
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INDIANAPOLIS – State Rep. Rebecca Kubacki (R-Syracuse) and House legislators and staff wore sneakers at the Statehouse on Thursday in support of the Suits and Sneakers challenge. The aim of the challenge is to help raise awareness of cancer and the importance that nutrition and physical activity play in reducing risk of the disease. Kubacki added her own style to the House floor by wearing red sparkly sneakers. The American Cancer Society’s Coaches vs. Cancer Suits and Sneakers challenge is an annual event sponsored by the American Cancer Society and the National Association of Basketball Coaches. “I am very happy to participate in today’s challenge to raise awareness of this dreaded disease,” Kubacki is quoted as saying in a news release. “I can still remember when my mother-in-law was battling cancer, and I drove her to Indianapolis for doctors’ visits. We were so grateful that she caught it early and had wonderful care to help her get through that difficult time. I want Hoosiers to know they are not battling this disease alone, and I would like to thank organizations like the American Cancer Society for their efforts to end this disease.” According to the organization, one in three cancer deaths are caused by issues relating to nutrition and physical activity. In 2013 alone, there were 35,550 new cases of cancer in Indiana. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and Indiana collegiate coaches have formed a partnership again this year to raise awareness. “This partnership provides the legislature a great opportunity to help raise awareness and to show our fellow Hoosiers they’re not alone in the fight against cancer. Until a cure is found, we need to continue to promote the steps people can take to reduce their risk for cancer and to show compassion and support for those who are affected by this disease,” said House Speaker Brian C. Bosma (R-Indianapolis). Visit www.cancer.org for more information.
