Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K
- Date Sun 13th April 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Denver, Colorado
- Price $32.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join the fight against oral cancer at the Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in the beautiful City Park of Denver! This vibrant event aims to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of oral cancer, which can affect any area of the mouth and is often linked to risk factors such as tobacco use and HPV infection. Participants will gather at 10:00 AM for the race, with bib pick-up available from 8:40 AM to 9:40 AM.
The first 100 registrants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and goody bag, while the top runners will be rewarded with exciting prizes! Don’t miss the chance to participate in a post-race celebration, complete with a raffle for all participants and volunteers. Additionally, take advantage of the free head and neck screenings offered by the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, ensuring you stay informed about your oral health. Mark your calendars for this impactful day and help shine a light on oral cancer awareness while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and family!
The first 100 registrants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and goody bag, while the top runners will be rewarded with exciting prizes! Don’t miss the chance to participate in a post-race celebration, complete with a raffle for all participants and volunteers. Additionally, take advantage of the free head and neck screenings offered by the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine, ensuring you stay informed about your oral health. Mark your calendars for this impactful day and help shine a light on oral cancer awareness while enjoying a fun-filled morning with friends and family!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th April 2025 (8:30AM EDT)
$32.80
Dash for Detection: Oral Cancer Awareness 5K