On Sunday, October 18, the American Cancer Society hosted the 13th annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer at its Bronx walk at Orchard Beach. Over 10,000 attended including breast cancer survivors, their families, friends, hospitals, schools and caregivers. Just like the previous walks, the funds raised from the event will go to breast cancer research and patient service program that help Bronx individuals and families who are dealing with the serious disease. Elected officials who sponsored walking teams included Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto.
Assemblyman Mark Gjonaj gathers with his team before the walk.
Photo by Laura Stone
Jacobi Medical Center also participated in the Breast Cancer walk.
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St. Barnabas Hospital also participated in the Breast Cancer walk to support the cause.
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P.S. 304 teachers Lucy Johnson (l) and Christina McGriff pose with their school banner to represent their school at the walk.
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Team ‘Walking Zomboobies’ gathered before the walk.
Photo by Laura Stone
Photo by Laura Stone
