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 Greetings and Happy Holidays Everybody!
I hope you are getting excited and making plans to join us in Jacksonville Beach!
First of all, thanks to all of you who wrote in with your own experiences in response to the mammogram study. As you'll read in this newsletter, our Mayo docs completely disagree with those recommendations and so do most doctors around the country.
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 Spirited supporters and curb crews are encouraged to join in the passion and spirit of race day once again for the Third Annual 26.2 with Donna. Return with your pink cow bells, thunder sticks, flags and banners to cheer runners as they complete their journey to Finish Breast Cancer. Read more |
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THE PLAYERS 5K attracts 1,000 runners |
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 The Inaugural THE PLAYERS 5K was held on Saturday, November 28 and 1,000 runners and walkers enjoyed the 3.1 miles on the back nine of the Players Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. Donna Deegan and Edith Perez, Director of the Breast Clinic at Mayo Clinic, ran along with PGA Tour golfer Jim Furyk. As with all 26.2 with Donna related events, net proceeds from the race will go to breast cancer research at Mayo and to the Donna Foundation to meet the needs of women with breast cancer. Read more |
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Galloway Pacers are Ready to Run! |
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 Once again, 26.2 with Donna, the National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer, is pleased to offer our runners the opportunity to reach their goal by following our official Pacers. Twenty-eight men and women are set to cover the full distance at an even pace, allowing runners to relax and enjoy the run. There is no need to register for our pace groups: just look for us in the starting corrals. Read more |
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The Galloway Pep Rally and Family Fun Run kick-off race weekend events for all ages |
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 With less than 75 days to the Third Annual 26.2 with Donna, your race team is planning race weekend events for everyone in the family. On Saturday, February 20 make plans to participate in the Inaugural Family Fun Run. Participants will enjoy 2.3 miles of beautiful downtown Jacksonville including the historic Main Street Bridge. Registration and check in opens at 7:00 a.m. and the race begins at 8:30 a.m. Register your family today! Read more |
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The Danny Brown Challenge |
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 Dan Brown, "Danny" to his friends, was a much loved and respected teacher and track coach at both Bishop Kenny and John J. Snyder High Schools in Jacksonville, Florida. He made character the cornerstone for all he did on and off the track. He loved each of the kids he coached like they were his own. He brought out the best in everyone he touched. Read more |
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 Leave your iPods at home because you won’t need ‘em! The 26.2 with Donna race staff is proud to announce close to 40 bands will line the course this year to help you FINISH breast cancer. These entertainers will join thousands of spectators along the 26.2 mile course through the beautiful beach communities of Jacksonville, giving you the support you need to have a great race.
So whether you’re watching or running 26.2 with Donna, you will be entertained by some of the area’s hottest bands. Check them out! |
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Mayo Clinic Disagrees with New USPSTF Mammography Screening Guidelines |
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 ROCHESTER, Minn. — A task force convened by Mayo Clinic in light of the new mammography screening rates recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has rejected those guidelines. Mayo Clinic physicians and researchers state that the modeling data used in the analysis, along with input from recent clinical trials conducted outside of the United States, do not constitute strong enough data to change Mayo's practice. Read more |
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 It's possible to keep on track for the BCM half or full marathon, even with holiday distractions. Here are some tips that have helped many runners maintain conditioning even with holiday temptations. You'd be surprised, but even very short workouts on maintenance days can maintain your fitness, relieve stress, inject more energy and allow you to feel better during holiday festivities Read more |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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 As we get closer to February 21, 2010, the 26.2 with Donna Race Team is committed to making sure all of your questions are answered! Each month we will highlight some of our frequently asked questions in our newsletter, and we will continuously update our website FAQs. Read more |
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Curb Crew Road Rules |
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THE PLAYERS 5K attracts 1,000 runners |
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Galloway Pacers are Ready to Run! |
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The Galloway Pep Rally and Family Fun Run kick-off race weekend events for all ages |
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The Danny Brown Challenge |
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Jammin' Race Course |
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Mayo Clinic Disagrees with New USPSTF Mammography Screening Guidelines |
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Holiday Training Tips |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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