Weekend Pacesetter (July 23-25, 2010)
Posted: July 23rd, 2010 | Author: Emily Brown | Filed under: Weekend Pacesetter | Tags: Active, Avastin, Breast Cancer, Buttar.com, Cathie Leys, Dr. Kim Hunter-Schaedle, Food and Drug Administration, Josh Thieriot, Monica Hatton-Green, Moss Park Tri, NF Camp, San Francisco Marathon, Stephanie Yolish, Steve Kendra, Tracy Draper, triathlon | No Comments »
SAN FRAN
From the early morning smells of sourdough bread baking…to the sun setting over the bay, it’s no wonder why Tony Bennett sang that it’s easy to leave your heart in San Francisco. On Sunday NFE runners, led by co-captains Josh Thieriot and Cathie Leys, will put their hearts on the course for NF Heroes in the San Francisco Marathon. Steve Kendra will be staffing the event. The San Francisco Marathon is unique because it offers two half marathons, one marathon, a progressive marathon and a 5K. The NFE San Fran Team has raised more than $17,500. You can help them meet their goal by donating here.
RESEARCH
Check out Dr. Kim Hunter-Schaedle’s thoughts on Avastin and Breast Cancer on the Foundation’s blog this week. In the news this week, a Food and Drug Administration advisory recommended that the drug Avastin (bevacizumab), the best selling product of Roche, have its 2008 approval for advanced breast cancer treatment revoked. (Read more).
BUTTAR BUDDIES
Tracy Draper has helped NFE partner with Buttar.com, a race organization for events such as triathlons. Tracy recently competed in the Moss Park Tri in Orlando, Fla., and placed fourth in her age group. She is pictured here with her daughter, Suzie.
Active Fundraising Page of the Week
Monica Hattoon-Green
Why we like it: Monica’s clean design allows the viewer to clearly get the message: little Maria, a family friend, has NF and could really use a cure. She succinctly describes what NF is and what can happen when symptoms manifest. She also directs viewers to learn more about research advancements by using “Team Fundraising Dollars at Work.”