McAlpine Park, Charlotte NC
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
🏃♀️ Event Overview
- Event Name: Teal Diva 5k for Ovarian & Other Gynecologic Cancers
- Date: May 3rd, 2025
- Location: McAlpine Park, Charlotte, NC
- Virtual Option: Available
💙 Teal Diva's Mission
- Focus: Mental and emotional health support for those affected by gynecologic cancer.
- Connection: Engaging with newly diagnosed women, survivors, and their support networks.
- Programs: Active treatment support, celebrating survivorship, honoring legacies.
- Strength in Community: Fostering hope, resilience, and shared stories.
🩺 Understanding Gynecologic Cancers
- Symptoms: Often mimic common issues (bloating, bladder trouble, abdominal pain).
- Nickname: Ovarian cancer is often referred to as the "Silent Killer."
- Screening: No existing pre-screening test for ovarian cancer unlike cervical and breast cancer.
- Importance of Awareness: Knowing symptoms is crucial for early detection: treatable in 90% of early cases.
🎗️ Support and Advocacy
- Proceeds: Funds go to quality of life programming and community advocacy.
- Raise Awareness: Your participation helps increase awareness of gynecologic cancers.
- Community Impact: Teal Diva aims to make a significant difference in lives impacted by these cancers.
- Get Involved: Join us in supporting a cause close to many hearts!
🌐 Learn More
- Race Link: Teal Diva 5k Registration
