Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Denver, Colorado
- Price $38.10
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, at the beautiful City Park in Denver! Join the movement to raise awareness about oral cancer—a critical health issue influenced by factors such as tobacco use and HPV infection. This exciting 5K race kicks off at 10:00 AM, with bib pick-up starting at 8:40 AM, so arrive early to secure your spot. Participants can look forward to a fantastic day filled with community spirit, as the first 100 runners to register will receive exclusive commemorative t-shirts and goody bags.
But that's not all! After crossing the finish line, enjoy a post-race celebration complete with a raffle for all participants and volunteers. Plus, take advantage of free head and neck screenings provided by the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps spotlight the importance of oral health awareness. Mark your calendars for this impactful event on April 13th, as we come together for a cause that truly matters!
But that's not all! After crossing the finish line, enjoy a post-race celebration complete with a raffle for all participants and volunteers. Plus, take advantage of free head and neck screenings provided by the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps spotlight the importance of oral health awareness. Mark your calendars for this impactful event on April 13th, as we come together for a cause that truly matters!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ORAL CANCER!
Be part of a movement on Sunday, April 11th, 2025 at Denver's City Park for our 5K event dedicated to raising awareness about oral cancer.
Oral cancer can affect any area of the mouth and is influenced by risk factors such as tobacco and heavy alcohol use, as well as HPV infection. Symptoms to watch for include non-healing sores, lumps, and unusual red or white patches inside the mouth. Treatment options may involve surgery, radiation, and sometimes chemotherapy. According to the American Cancer Society, the projections for 2024 indicate approximately 58,450 new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers, leading to around 12,230 deaths.
RACE INFORMATION
PACKET PICK-UP: The race will begin at 10:00 am. Bib pick-up will be from 8:40 AM - 9:40 AM, please bring a photo ID for check-in.
PARKING: Parking inside City Park is prohibited for racers, as all gates will be closed. However, you may park in the City Park lots surrounding the park, at the Zoo, or in nearby neighborhoods. It is a short walk to the start line!
SWAG: The first 100 participants to sign up will be guaranteed a commemorative t-shirt and goody bag. The top runners will receive a prize. Goody bags will be handed out at the finish line to make for a seamless day.
RAFFLE: All participants and volunteers will receive a raffle ticket for the post-race celebration! Stick around for the post-race fun!
HEAD & NECK SCREENING: Join the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine for a quick head & neck screening. We will have a booth set up for any participant, volunteer, or spectator to have a quick exam by a licensed professional.
RAIN OR SHINE!
ARE YOU A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER?
We will be hosting a virtual CE course about the screening process and the impacts of oral health! Stay tuned for more information!
ORAL CANCER INFORMATION & TOOL KIT
For the patient: https://agdfoundation.org/resources/oral-cancer-toolkit/i-am-a-patient/
For the dental professional: https://agdfoundation.org/resources/oral-cancer-toolkit/i-am-a-dental-professional/
Be part of a movement on Sunday, April 11th, 2025 at Denver's City Park for our 5K event dedicated to raising awareness about oral cancer.
Oral cancer can affect any area of the mouth and is influenced by risk factors such as tobacco and heavy alcohol use, as well as HPV infection. Symptoms to watch for include non-healing sores, lumps, and unusual red or white patches inside the mouth. Treatment options may involve surgery, radiation, and sometimes chemotherapy. According to the American Cancer Society, the projections for 2024 indicate approximately 58,450 new cases of oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers, leading to around 12,230 deaths.
RACE INFORMATION
PACKET PICK-UP: The race will begin at 10:00 am. Bib pick-up will be from 8:40 AM - 9:40 AM, please bring a photo ID for check-in.
PARKING: Parking inside City Park is prohibited for racers, as all gates will be closed. However, you may park in the City Park lots surrounding the park, at the Zoo, or in nearby neighborhoods. It is a short walk to the start line!
SWAG: The first 100 participants to sign up will be guaranteed a commemorative t-shirt and goody bag. The top runners will receive a prize. Goody bags will be handed out at the finish line to make for a seamless day.
RAFFLE: All participants and volunteers will receive a raffle ticket for the post-race celebration! Stick around for the post-race fun!
HEAD & NECK SCREENING: Join the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine for a quick head & neck screening. We will have a booth set up for any participant, volunteer, or spectator to have a quick exam by a licensed professional.
RAIN OR SHINE!
ARE YOU A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER?
We will be hosting a virtual CE course about the screening process and the impacts of oral health! Stay tuned for more information!
ORAL CANCER INFORMATION & TOOL KIT
For the patient: https://agdfoundation.org/resources/oral-cancer-toolkit/i-am-a-patient/
For the dental professional: https://agdfoundation.org/resources/oral-cancer-toolkit/i-am-a-dental-professional/
Races
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Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$38.10
Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K