Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Denver, Colorado
- Price $54.00
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the scenic City Park in Denver! This exciting event is dedicated to raising awareness about oral cancer and its risk factors, including tobacco use, heavy alcohol consumption, and HPV infection. Participants will gather at 10:00 AM for the race, with bib pick-up available from 9:00 AM to 9:40 AM.
By participating in this 5K, you're not only getting active but also contributing to an essential cause that impacts thousands of lives. The event aims to educate the community about the importance of recognizing symptoms such as non-healing sores, lumps, and unusual patches in the mouth. Every step you take helps shine a light on the fight against oral cancer. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and enjoy a fun-filled day in Denver!
By participating in this 5K, you're not only getting active but also contributing to an essential cause that impacts thousands of lives. The event aims to educate the community about the importance of recognizing symptoms such as non-healing sores, lumps, and unusual patches in the mouth. Every step you take helps shine a light on the fight against oral cancer. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a difference and enjoy a fun-filled day in Denver!
Organiser's Description
JOIN THE ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ORAL CANCER!
Be part of a movement on April ___ 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 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM, please bring a photo ID for check-in.
PARKING:
WHAT DO I GET?
Be part of a movement on April ___ 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 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM, please bring a photo ID for check-in.
PARKING:
WHAT DO I GET?
Races
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Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th April 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$54.00
Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K