RS Lewis, Jr. Stroke Awareness 5k
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Killeen, Texas
$40.00 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, July 15, 2023, in Killeen, Bell for the RS Lewis, Jr. Stroke Awareness 5K, a vibrant event dedicated to raising awareness about strokes and their impact on lives. This uplifting race honors Richard S. Lewis, Jr., a remarkable survivor of a major stroke, and aims to educate our community on the critical facts surrounding stroke prevention, symptoms, and treatment options.
With nearly 800,000 individuals affected by strokes each year, this event serves as a reminder of the importance of awareness and action. Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of the 5K race but also contribute to a meaningful cause, as a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Stroke Association. Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to support this vital initiative and make a difference in the fight against strokes!
With nearly 800,000 individuals affected by strokes each year, this event serves as a reminder of the importance of awareness and action. Participants will not only enjoy the thrill of the 5K race but also contribute to a meaningful cause, as a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Stroke Association. Come together with friends, family, and neighbors to support this vital initiative and make a difference in the fight against strokes!
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RS Lewis, Jr. Stroke Awareness 5k
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$40.00
Organiser's description
This race is set up to bring awareness to strokes on behalf of Richard S. Lewis, Jr., who suffered a major stroke in March of 2014 and lives today as a testimony.
Facts about Strokes:
* Each year nearly 800,000 people experience a new or recurrent stroke.
* A stroke happens every 40 seconds.
* Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S.
* Every 4 minutes someone dies from stroke.
* Up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented.
* Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in the U.S.
Join the Unity Baptist Church and our local community as we come together to support the awareness of the risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for strokes. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Stroke Association.
Facts about Strokes:
* Each year nearly 800,000 people experience a new or recurrent stroke.
* A stroke happens every 40 seconds.
* Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S.
* Every 4 minutes someone dies from stroke.
* Up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented.
* Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability in the U.S.
Join the Unity Baptist Church and our local community as we come together to support the awareness of the risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for strokes. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Stroke Association.
Location
Andy K. Wells Hike & Bike Trail (Behind Killeen Community Center), 2201 E. Veterans Memorial Blvd, Killeen, 76542, TX, United States
RS Lewis, Jr. Stroke Awareness 5k
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