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 Read Team DUKE news or visit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation website to see the complete list of all JWCF news. Read Team DUKE news from 2007, 2006 and 2005.
2008 NewsSanta Cross, Season Finale, The One The Only, Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA, December 21, 2008Thanks to Dorothy Wong and her husband Jeff for putting an amazing 5K trail run and cyclocross race. Perfect weather and tacky conditions made for an excellent day. Congratulations to Multisports OC coach Michael Collins for taking second in the run and giving it his all on the bike. For more information visit socalcross.org. Low key - fun - last chance to cure your 'Cross Fever’... then 8 months to the next 'cross season!!! 1.4.09—Hart Park CX - Bakersfield... work off the rust from the holidays!!!
Team DUKE is the Official Charity of TRIFEST Tucson, Arizona - March 6 to 8
Ironman Arizona November 2008JWCF would like to congratulate Team DUKE athlete Sterling Kwong for becoming an Ironman! He completed a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike and 26.2 mile run in one day!
Also, big thanks to Joanne Goldberg and her team of more than 60 race day volunteers wearing JWCF t-shirts.
JWCF and North America Sports Partner to Beat Skin Cancer 2009 Ironman Events November 2008JWCF is pleased to be the official sunscreen partner of North America (NA) Sports for Ironman AZ 2008 and their 2009 events. The JWCF sunscreen will be available to athletes on race day at aid stations. Click here for more information on NA Sports events. SkirtSports Helps JWCF Fight Cancer November 2008
JWCF would like to thank Skirt Sports for promoting fitness and for supporting JWCF. SkirtSports supported JWCF at the November SkirtChaser5K at the beach in Los Angeles and is also accepting donations for JWCF in their online store in November. SkirtSports is the original fitness skirt, created by women for women. Run in a Skirt. Ride in a Skirt. Play tennis, golf, rollerblade, ice-skate, shop or go on a blind date in a Skirt. Cross the finish line of your 100th (or first!) triathlon in a Skirt. You really can do anything in our Skirts. Try it today - make the transition and Convert to Skirt! SkirtSports, a smart, sassy, and edgy company begun by professional triathlete, Nicole DeBoom, encourages fun and fitness and feeling good about living. Nicole began the company with an idea that would allow women to never have to sacrifice femininity for performance in their workout clothes. But, little did Nicole know that what she envisioned in late 2003 would change how women look, feel, and view themselves.
JETCycling and Team DUKE Cycling to Win the Fight Against Cancer - November 2008JETCycling and Team DUKE are working together in the fight against cancer. The JETCycling team will help JWCF bring awareness to the fight against cancer and will encourage cyclists to join Team DUKE in the fight against cancer. JWCF donated a bike to the team so that each year a rider who has been touched by cancer will have the opportunity to use this bike to compete in honor or memory of a loved one. In addition, the team will be ambassadors for the Spot a Spot. Save a Life. skin cancer education program.  JETCycling supports the fight against cancer  Michael Shien on the way to victory! Team DUKE athlete wins Jiu-Jitsu Match at the Long Beach Pyramid, CA November 2008
Long Beach Marathon, CA, October, 2008
Newport Harbor Heritage Run, Newport Beach, CA, October, 2008
Team DUKE Runner Rhodri Lumba PRs at Chicago Marathon October 12, 2008
Jordan Romero ABC News Interview October 2008Click here to watch the Video!
JWCF Volunteer Keith Munemitsu Supports Reel Recovery Retreat in Fall River Mills, CA October 2008JWCF would like to thank Keith for volunteering at the Fall River Mills Reel Recovery retreat. Keith supported the cancer survivors by teaching them how to fly fish. Keith and Reel Recovery demonstrate heartfelt compassion for those living with cancer.
JWCF Supports Reel Recovery Retreats in Michigan and Texas, July and October, 2008JWCF supported the Reel Recovery retreats in Michigan and Texas in July and October 2008. Reel Recovery’s mission is to help men in the cancer recovery process by introducing them to the healing powers of the sport of fly fishing, while providing a safe, supportive environment to explore their personal experiences with cancer, with others who share their stories. Reel Recovery’s purpose is to address the growing demand for and limited supply of psychosocial support services specifically tailored for men coping with cancer. Reel Recovery’s overarching goal is to improve the lives of the men they serve. To do this, Reel Recovery has designed a unique and innovative retreat program that combines expert fly fishing instruction with directed psychosocial support, conducted over a three-day period at premier fly fishing facilities. Though only a few days in duration, a Reel Recovery retreat can be a life-changing event for these men battling cancer. The program blends outdoor activity with directed conversations to create a supportive environment conducive to relaxed, open participation. Reel Recovery seeks to give these courageous men a respite from their day-to-day concerns so that they might gain a fresh outlook on their battle with cancer by providing facilitated discussions that give them strength, encouragement and a new network of friends and support; cancer information and resources to enable better management of their disease; and we new skills to bring joy, enthusiasm and renewed hope into their lives. Michigan Retreat July 8-10, 2008
The 2008 Reel Recovery Michigan Retreat was held at Ranch Rudolf in Traverse City, MI July 8-10. Nine participants, ranging in age from 51-68, with a variety of cancers, including prostate, gastric, lung and lymphoma, joined 3 staff members of Reel Recovery and 9 local volunteers for three beautiful days of fishing, relaxation and meaningful conversations. The weather was perfect, the fish cooperative and the hospitality from the Ranch extraordinary. The retreat was cost-free to the participants, with all meals, lodging and fly-fishing equipment provided by Reel Recovery, thanks in part to a grant from the JWCF supporting this Michigan Retreat. Comments from the participants included:
Texas Retreat October 14-16, 2008
The 2008 Reel Recovery Texas Retreat was held at Joshua Creek Ranch in Boerne, TX October 14-16. Nine participants, ranging in age from 42-66, with a variety of cancers, including prostate, colon, melanoma, bone and brain, joined 2 staff members of Reel Recovery and 10 local volunteers for three beautiful days of fishing, relaxation and meaningful conversations. The retreat was cost-free to the participants, with all meals, lodging and fly-fishing equipment provided by Reel Recovery, thanks in part to a grant from the JWCF supporting this Texas Retreat. This was Reel Recovery’s first-ever Texas Retreat, and it generated a great deal of enthusiasm and support from the local healthcare and fly-fishing communities. We received substantial local donations of both cash and fly-fishing supplies, and have now built a strong foundation for future growth of our Texas Retreat Program. Comments from the participants included:
Team DUKE Triathlete Nathanael Singer is Going to Australia to Represent the USA September 2008
The course in Portland has a very hilly bike and run course. There were 80 guys in our age group lined up on the pier for the swim start. While I was racing in the 40-44 age group, my result would be moved to the next older age group because Worlds in Australia in Sept. 2009. To qualify for Worlds I needed at Top 16 slot in that older age group. My expectations for the race were finishing in 2:12 to 2:15 and thought that would give me a long shot of going to Australia. The gun went off and everyone was swimming fast, I am used to clear water after about 150 yards in most races, but after 300 the pack was still substantial and I was feeling winded and doubts about my race were creeping into my mind. I was fighting those thoughts and looking desperately for some toes to draft off, so I could relax and find a groove. I found a guy who was going my speed and drafted off him for the remaining 1,100 yards of the swim. Pulling water is a lot easier when someone in front of you has already pushed it back to you. I came out of the water thanked the guy whose toes I tickled for 3/4 of the swim, and sprinted past him to the transition area, took my wetsuit off, and mounted my bike. The bike was two loops of a rolling hilly course. In preparation I have been doing 6 x Newport Coast all year, so felt prepared. In order to qualify I needed to utilize all technology available, so I decided to rent a disk wheel. There was a debate on whether to use a potentially heavier wheel on a hilly course, but decided to press the down hills to leverage the aerodynamics of the wheel. During the first loop, I saw the benefits of keeping the intensity high on the down hills as I was passing a lot of people and if someone caught me on the uphill, I could drop them on the downhill. The biggest hill was similar in length and pitch to Bake and there were two other hills that were not shorter. In the LA Tri's flat bike course, I rode a 1:06, but I had no one around me to keep me focused or intense. I rode a 1:03 in Portland, which is a 23.5mph average. That is PR for me on a 40K. Finally, off the bike, strap on the shoes and start the run, which is out and back on the last 3 miles of the bike course. Mentally, I felt good, but my legs were a little slow the first two miles. I looked at the run course as intervals because there were no flats, it was all up or down. My coach had reminded me that at National's every second counts to qualify, so at the top of every hill I picked up the pace and at the turn around I came up the hill and saw about seven guys from my age group and that was all I needed to really pick up the pace. My buddy from Montana was one of those guys chasing and while he gained a minute on me during the first half of the 10K, he only gained 10 seconds on the second half. I ran a 42min 10K which for that course was good, not great. But, I crossed the line in 2:09, far exceeding my expectations. This was a PR for me for an Olympic distance race on a really tough course. After looking at the results, I was 21rst due to a 2 minute penalty, but I was being judged for my time in the next age group up, so I was 15th and my buddy from Montana was 16th. I beat him by ten second despite the penalty and we are both going to Australia next year. What I learned.............Nine months of methodical training pays off, but is tiring. Having a coach to mentor and guide you is key. The more competitive the race, the faster you go. High intensity the entire race is not easy and takes mental toughness, but made the difference. While a lot of people recovered from the up hills taking it easier on the down hills, I was pushing the 53-10 and the disk wheel. Thanks for the support! Orange County International Triathlon, Sept. 28, 2008
Click here to see more photos. For more info. about the race visit http://www.octri.com/site3.aspx
24 Hours of Adrenaline Mountain Bike Race, Idyllwild September 20-21, 2008  Riding in honor of Jamie Whitmore  Chris Graber’s “Go Jamie!” Ellsworth Truth Congratulations to Carl Borg for Finishing the Angeles Crest 100 Mile Endurance Run September 2008 Click here for more info on the run. Team DUKE Cyclist Michael Birdsong Riding Across the USA to Support the Fight Against Cancer September 5, 2008What is courage? What is strength? What is grit?…Please see the photos of Team DUKE cyclist Michael Birdsong below. Michael embodies the spirit of Team DUKE. It’s all about participating in your favorite sport to support JWCF’s life saving programs. Michael Birdsong and his wife Patricia are cancer survivors and they have Big Imaginations and Big Dreams to help people fight cancer. So Michael set his sights on an epic one month ride across the USA to raise funds and show his support for the fight against cancer. Michael started his journey at Disneyland, CA and will finish the ride hundreds of miles away at Disneyworld, FL. Team DUKE cyclists met Michael at the JWCF office on the morning of September 5 to ride in solidarity on his first day. To follow Michael’s progress, please read his blog at chemorocks.blogspot.com.    
Patricia and Michael Birdsong at the finish line - the Atlantic Ocean Ride statistics: 32 Days 3,343.7 miles 92,650 feet climbed “Dale and the Duke” Program Honors Two of America’s Greatest Icons Ft. Worth, Texas - August 2008
JWCF Supports First Descents Colorado Camp, August 2008JWCF supported the First Descents. Colorado camp in August, which included a week of whitewater kayaking and rock climbing for ten young adult cancer survivors.
“The experience I had a First Descents was truly magical and one I will never forget. You helped me believe in myself again and realize how to overcome my fears, for that I am forever grateful.” Cancer is the leading disease killer among 20 to 39 year olds. First Descents is the only program of its kind specifically focusing on the young adult cancer population ages 18-39. The program uses the beauty and healing properties of the outdoors and adventure sports to give participants their lives back and allow them to realize that while cancer is a part of their life, it does not define them. Disneyland Half Marathon, CA August 31, 2008Team DUKE runner Chad Pape giving his all to support the cause.   2008 Kiteboarding 4 Cancer Blows Top off Goal 2nd Year in a Row at $95,000! Hood River, OR - August 9, 2008Kiteboarding 4 Cancer (KB4C) pulled off their second event with a 40% increase in funds raised, with over $95,000. This huge feat was attributed to an incredible community of kiteboarders, manufacturers, partners, and volunteers passionate about the cause. One cannot describe the incredible vibe, great energy and beauty of this event. Participating athletes raced 6 hours, kiteboarding on the Columbia River in honor and memory of loved ones fighting cancer, with yellow and white ribbons trailing from their kites in the wind. There were even cancer survivors on the water, determined to win the grueling event. Partnering cancer organizations John Wayne Cancer Foundation, Celilo Cancer Center, Children's Healing Art Project, and Oregon Active all participated in the event. For more info, please visit the KB4C siteJWCF would like to thank Tonia Farman and Garret Zallen for having the vision and passion to create and implement this event. Thank you to the entire KB4C family and everyone involved for putting on this event and for supporting JWCF’s mission to bring courage, strength and grit to the fight against cancer. Thank you to all the sponsors including Real Watersports for donating a Jimmy Lewis standup paddleboard to a fundraising contest winner (see white board bag in the top left of part in photo below).  The KB4C family celebrating the second annual KB4C event in Hood River, Oregon on August 9, 2008 How KB4C started Professional kiteboarder and advocate for the sport, Tonia Farman, watched her brother, Scott, battle Leukemia for a year. Since May of 2006, Scott braved chemotherapy, radiation, and clinical study tests that no human being should ever have to endure. Meanwhile, a fellow kiteboarder and pediatric surgeon, Garret Zallen, experienced cancer on a nearly daily basis at Doernbecher Children's Hospital in Portland, Oregon. Watching this awful disease take so much from a person, friends, and family, and recognizing that cancer is a common thread that unites our community, the two set out together to convert the feelings of helplessness into utilizing the passion, energy, and vitality in the sport we love kiteboarding -- to do something good. The result was Kiteboarding 4 Cancer (KB4C), a registered non-profit designed to sponsor kiteboarding fundraising events that donate proceeds to partnering cancer charities. In KB4C's first event on August 25th, 2007, kiteboarders raised pledge money for one of KB4C’s partnering cancer research organizations, then competed in an 8-hour endurance kiteboarding race on the Columbia River. Participating kiteboarders won prizes for most money raised for their organization, longest distance kiteboarded, top female and junior finisher, and best freestyle expression, because, after all — this is kiteboarding!  Cynthia Brown and her “in memory of” board shorts. KB4C is In Memory of Scott Farman, as well as the many otherwise active and healthy individuals who fought cancer and are no longer with us. 2nd Annual Chuck Cook Memorial Team Roping Event, October 26, 2008, CANoel Cook is putting on this event in memory of his father Chuck Cook. This event will benefit the John Wayne Cancer Foundation. For more info. call Noel at 909-631-7300. Event Manager Noel Cook Paul Ivanushka Photography RAGBRAI (Register’s Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa) July 2008Thank you Team DUKE riders for all of your support. Special thanks to the firefighters on Team Escape from New York for supporting JWCF and the fight against cancer.
TEVA Mountain Games- Vail, CO - June 2008If it is outdoors and fun then TEVA Mountain Games has it. Team DUKE was fortunate to meet many athletes and spectators including TEVA Mountain Games legends Ned Overend, Dan Gavere and Brad Ludden. It was an honor to meet Allan Goldberg and Whitney Bell from First Descents who stopped by the booth to chat. Thank you to all the Team DUKE athletes and Joel Heath and his entire event management crew. Click here to watch amazing video footage provided by Ryan Moore.
Photo by Matt Wallace A Tribute To Allan Goldberg of First Descents, June 2008Please visit the First Descents website to view a tribute to Allan.
Congratulations Ironman Coeur d’ Alene Finishers Sally Drinkard and Rob Henderson, June 2008 
Team DUKE in the World's Toughest Canoe Race - June 2008Check out Bruce Trainum's video (Mad Moose) Thank you Go Pro for donating the cameras to make this video possible!
San Diego Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon, 2008 Elvis Lives!  Team DUKE Western University Tri Team Athletes John Wayne Cancer Foundation Supports The Second Annual Miles For Melanoma Run/Walk, May 31, 2008, CAThis event raised over $10,000 for the Melanoma Research Foundation. JWCF donated sunscreen to the participants.
Mountain Climber Jordan Romero’s Quest to Climb The 7 Summits - May 2008At 11 years of age, Jordan has already scaled four of the seven summits, the highest points on each continent: Mt. Kilimanjaro in Africa, Mt. Elbrus in Europe, Mt. Kosciuszko in Australia, and Mt. Aconcagua in South America. He broke three world records for being the youngest climber to reach these summits! Learn more about Jordan by visiting his website.Jordan is also a finalist in the Cartoon Network contest to be selected as one of the top 6 most talented kids in the USA. Please vote for Jordan starting June 30 on the Cartoon Network site.  Jordan on the top of Mt. Aconcagua "I know that nobody and no family is immune from Cancer, including my family. I want to do my part to help, by climbing mountains and creating awareness." - Team DUKE Mountain Climber Jordan Romero Team DUKE at Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon on May 4, 2008 Jamie Whitmore 2007 XTERRA USA Champion - May 2008Jamie Whitmore is no stranger to a tough challenge. You don't become the 2007 XTERRA USA Champion, 2004 XTERRA World Champion & 2003/04 XTERRA European champion without a good fight. On March 28, Jamie underwent surgery to remove a large cancerous tumor. After 9 1/2 hours of surgery, that tumor was successfully removed. Jamie returned home in April and has begun her fight to get back. To read about Jamie's progress visit www.jamiewhitmore.com.
"Look at the trail ahead, not the obstacle." Discount on the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K Registration - May 18, 2008JWCF is an official charity of the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon. JWCF's charity code for this event is "JWCF08B". Enter this code during online registration process and you will get a discount on the marathon and half marathon. Click here to register.Wildflower Triathlon, CA - May, 2008Over 7,500 triathletes competed and made memories that last a lifetime. Thanks to everyone who supported Team DUKE.
Old Guys Rule and John Wayne Partner Up to Fight Cancer with a New Apparel Collection
Old Guys Rule, the popular Southern California lifestyle apparel line, is pleased to announce its partnership with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation (JWCF) in an effort to bring courage, strength and grit to the fight against cancer. Old Guys Rule is introducing a collection of John Wayne inspired apparel featuring images and quotes from John Wayne, licensed by Wayne Enterprises, with a portion of sales to be donated directly to JWCF. Old Guys Rule sought out this collaboration to contribute to a cause that so perfectly reaches the brand’s demographic. The clothing brand represents a community of men who are dedicated to an active and exciting lifestyle no matter what their age. “John Wayne is the ultimate cool Old Guy, his zest for life and relentless fight against cancer embodies everything that we believe in,” says Old Guys Rule owner Thom Hill. Hill continues, “By supporting cancer research and education. JWCF’s efforts focus on fighting many types of cancers that men often get, such as skin, lung, and prostate cancers. These are issues that affect Old Guys Rule fans and that we are eager to contribute to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of. Our hopes are that we can get the message of prevention out to our loyal customers, in addition to contributing to the incredible research and programs that the JWCF supports with the purchase of every t-shirt.” Old Guys Rule is proud to help JWCF continue the fight its namesake started. The John Wayne Old Guys Rule collection includes four unique t-shirt designs featuring images and quotes from John Wayne with a retail price of $20. The collection is available online at www.oldguysrule.com. Congratulations Ironman Arizona Finisher Chris Trammell, April 2006 
Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association National Championship, Tunica, MS - April, 2008Team DUKE would like to thank the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association for supporting the fight against cancer. What is the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, and what is cowboy mounted shooting? The Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association, better known as the CMSA, is the premier national organization that governs the sport of Cowboy Mounted Shooting. Dubbed by many as the “ultimate western shooting and riding challenge,” Cowboy Mounted Shooting is sighted in for shooters and horsebackers who want to combine the romance of the Old West, with the excitement of a high speed shooting and riding competition. Just imagine riding hell bent for leather at breakneck speeds while blasting 10 balloon targets with a pair of six-shooters, as you pair fast action sixgunning with an all-out, against the clock horse race! That is what this Western equestrian and shooting sport is all about.More precisely, Cowboy Mounted Shooting is a full-tilt timed event, where contestants—many dressed in colorful 1800s Wild West clothing--gallop their horses through varied courses that require firing frontier-era single-action revolvers, while putting their mounts through some rodeo style barrel racing, pole bending, a bit of reining competition, and lots of speed. For more info visit www.cowboymountedshooting.com
Team DUKE at Sea Otter Classic, Monterey April 2008Team DUKE recruited new athletes at the Sea Otter Classic expo. Enthusiastic cyclists of all levels were out in force having a great time. Thank you Schwinn, Rudy Project Eyewear and PowerBar for supporting Team DUKE.
SOLE Baja Travesia, March 24-29, 2008The SOLE Baja Travesia is a 400-kilometer adventure race traversing Mexico's Baja Peninsula. Teams of three paddleboard, kayak, bike, trek, canyoneer and travel on the infamous Baja Desert cars as they race nonstop from San Felipe to Ensenada. JWCF donated sunscreen to the participants.Race start: Watch The Video Team DUKE at the Ford Ironman 70.3 California - March 29, 2008
Team DUKE recruited new athletes at the expo., donated sunscreen and beanies to the volunteers, and volunteered in the transition area during the event. Special thanks to Team DUKE triathletes and volunteers Adam Nevarez, Roy Nesbitt, and cancer survivor Ian Wisniewski. Also, special thanks to the event management co. NA Sports and Triathlete Magazine for their support. Andy Potts and Craig Alexander were the top pro male finishers and the top women were Erika Csomor and Mirinda Carfrae. For more info. on the race or other 70.3 triathlon events visit http://www.ironmancalifornia.com/. Team DUKE at the Tour of California, February 2008Thanks to everyone who signed up for Team DUKE at the Tour of California!
Team DUKE's Top Fundraisers Win Schwinn BikesJWCF would like to thank Schwinn for donating bikes to the Top 5 Team DUKE Fundraisers in 2007! And the winners are...Ryan Heuser who raised over $16,000, Kerry O'Donnell, Jeff Bruno, John Oswald and Nick Sucan. Ryan received the Schwinn Peloton carbon fiber road bike and the other winners received Schwinn Le Tour road bikes. JWCF would like to thank these top fundraisers for supporting the fight against cancer. Special thanks to Jeff Bruno for donating his bike to his neighbor Kim Kiner Mazzone, who is a breast cancer survivor.
Schwinn Supports Team DUKE in 2008Schwinn will donate a carbon fiber Peloton road bike to Team DUKE's top fundraiser this year! Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association (CMSA) Supports Team DUKE and JWCF, January 2008 JWCF and Your Cancer Today - Fighting Cancer- January 2008Cancer can strike anyone. In the United States alone, more than 1.4 million new cases of cancer will be diagnosed this year. The producers of Your Cancer Today™ have seen the frustration, anger and fear of families striving to answer the dozens of questions that arise with the first diagnosis of cancer.Your Cancer Today believes that knowledge is the most important weapon in the fight against cancer. The Your Cancer Today™ Web site was developed to help patients and their families locate vital information and resources. In addition, the Your Cancer Today web site will allow users to watch video segments from the Your Cancer Today™ television series, including interviews with some of the world’s leading doctors and scientists. Throughout the site you can also view amazing stories of survival and recovery. Click here to watch an episode of the television series. Rudy Project Supports Team DUKE JWCF would like to thank Rudy Project for supporting Team DUKE. All Team DUKE Members receive a 40% discount on Rudy Project sunglasses online. Team DUKE Members can take advantage of the discount by logging in to the Team DUKE website.Rudy Project designs and manufactures hi-tech sunglasses, goggles, helmets and accessories using the application of science, advanced materials and computer technology to create functional, aesthetically superior and technologically advanced products. Click here to visit the Rudy Project website. PowerBar Supports Team DUKE - Be Great JWCF would like to thank PowerBar for donating Endurance Sports Drink Mix to Team DUKE. The first 24 people to raise over $500 in 2008 through their personal Team DUKE web page will receive a canister of Power Bar Endurance Sports Drink Mix. To win, be one of the first 24 people to notify Greg Graber at greg@jwcf.org that you reached your $500 goal. A single Endurance Sport Drink mix (1.58 oz.) is included in each Team DUKE Member pack. PowerBar is committed to helping enhance the health and wellness of active individuals by providing convenient nutritional products. Empowering consumers to make smart dietary choices can make a big difference in improving overall health and quality of life. With that in mind, we at PowerBar are dedicated to offering sound nutrition information and a full spectrum of great-tasting food and beverage options. Backed by decades of sports nutrition experience, PowerBar products are developed to meet the nutrition and energy needs of everyone from athletes to individuals seeking healthy food choices. To learn more click here. JWCF and Komen fund PBS show "The Truth About Cancer"- Airing April 16, 2008 on PBS at 9pm (check local listings)As the third installment in PBS's Take One Step health campaign, The Truth About Cancer is an eye-opening two-hour broadcast event that seeks to answer the question, "Why does anyone still die of cancer?" Told in the first person by award-winning filmmaker Linda Garmon, the first 90-minutes of the documentary shares the personal story of her own husband's battle with cancer. Garmon returns to the same hospitals and institutions where her husband was treated to chronicle the lives of patients, doctors, and researchers who are united in the hope for a cancer cure. Part science, part personal catharsis, part character-driven storytelling, this powerful documentary will uncover the truth about cancer and tell us where we stand in fighting this decades-old war. Immediately after the 90-minute documentary, news journalist and breast cancer survivor Linda Ellerbee hosts a 30-minute follow-up discussion, "Take One Step: A Conversation About Cancer with Linda Ellerbee." The panel covers the importance of prevention and screenings, what to expect if you or a loved one is diagnosed, and how to live with the disease.Click here to learn how public television stations are supporting outreach activities connected to The Truth About Cancer film. Contact Information For more information about national outreach plans for The Truth About Cancer, please contact Elizabeth Cohen at WGBH 617.300.3885 elizabeth_cohen@wgbh.org For more information, visit www.pbs.org/takeonestep (launching April 2008). Team DUKE Surf Adventure Life is a JourneyTeam DUKE is all about participating in the sport you love to support the fight against cancer. The four intrepid surfers shown in the photo. below, and the fifth who took the photo., all love to surf. These friends planned and went on an epic multi-day mission including long distance driving, mountain biking, boating and hiking all to ride perfect remote empty waves and to create memories that last a lifetime. What do you dream of doing? Saddle up and do it with your friends on Team DUKE. It is an amazing feeling to meet your personal goals and to help save lives.
“Like anything in life, if you want to achieve your goals you must mentally and physically prepare for many battles along the way, Team DUKE understands this and supports those who have made a visceral commitment to join the fight against cancer.” Salt Optics Supports Team DUKE Salt Optics donated a pair of sunglasses to Team DUKE's top fundraiser in 2007. Thank you Salt! For more info, click here. |
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The families of Dale Earnhardt and John Wayne come together for a special unveiling on the steps of the Ft. Worth Livestock Exchange Building. Taylor Earnhardt and Marisa Wayne Ditteaux were guests today of the Ft. Worth Stockyards where Dale Earnhardt and John Wayne were honored as two of the greatest icons in American history. The JWCF logo is featured on the car in honor of everyone who has been affected by cancer 
