Women's Health Fund 5K Walk/Run

The Cerro Gordo County Women's Health Fund will be hosting the first annual 5K walk/run for running/walking enthusiasts and dog lovers on Saturday, June 9, 2012. The race will start at City Park in Clear Lake and travel around the beautiful lake. Registration will begin at 7:00 AM. The 5K Run will proceed at 8:30 AM followed by the 5K Walk starting at 9:00 AM. Event fee which includes a t-shirt is $20 per participant before May 5, 2012 and after May 5, 2012; entry fee is $25 per participant. A silent auction will be held in the Lakeview Community room during the event. Throughout the event, there will also be local vendors promoting their products and services.
Why is the Women's Health Fund such a vital cause to support? Currently, the Cerro Gordo County Department of Public Health is a partner with the Iowa Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (IBCCEDP) Grant. This grant allows women in Cerro Gordo County between the ages of 40-64 who are under-insured or who have no health insurance free mammograms or breast screenings. Women who are also in the program are able to receive free pelvic exams, pap smears and other health resources. Yet, the IBCCEDP program has a limited amount of money. The Women's Health Fund was established by the Health Department to cover client medical expenses women incur in the screening and diagnostic process that the grant cannot cover. The money stays LOCAL to serve women in Cerro Gordo County who receive care at our local clinics and facilities. After all, this women could be your friend, co-worker, neighbor, relative or that friendly face you see in the community.