Anyone who attended Cervivor School West last weekend will probably tell you that it changed their life. Words really cannot express the bonding that occurred. Most that attended likely left with new best friends for life.
We’ve all had different experiences, but loss is universal. If you weren’t able to attend Cervivor School in San Diego, we hope to see you around the country or around the globe in the near future.
We know we’ve been posting the Cervivor School West recap video like crazy, but it truly captures the feeling of the weekend. You can also find a photo gallery on Facebook and more videos of our speakers on Instagram.
Well, we have another NYC Pap Rally & Run in the books. We are beyond grateful to those who came out to support our cause, and those who supported from afar.
Lane Moore, Pap Rally MC, center (waving).
Extra special thank yous to Yes! Organic Market in D.C. for providing refreshments; Lane Moore, our event MC who kept us laughing and entertained; Dr. Rachel Masch for discussing the importance of HPV and cervical cancer awareness; Vanessa and Edna for donating water; Music From Thin Places for providing music after the run; and DJs Mike and Damien for waking up the Upper East Side with their bass so early on a Saturday morning.
While words can only go so far, here are some images and video that captured the day.
Stanzi and Rob, who make up the duo “Music From Thin Places” and are both cancer survivors, provided music after racers completed the Pap Rally & Run 5K in NYC. They are pictured here with Cervivor Founder Tamika Felder.
Dr. Rachel Masch, executive director of Basic Health International Inc., spoke about the importance of HPV education and detection.
We were also honored to have survivors and ambassadors share their stories.
NYC Ambassador and Cervivor Patti Murillo-Casa shared her story of survival.
Cervivor Ambassador Danielle Sepulveres discussed why she became involved in HPV education after being diagnosed as high-risk in her early-20s.
Lisa spoke about her mother, Judy, who died of cervical cancer. Lisa walked in honor of her mother with her team, Team Mamawuela.
And last, but not least, we ran into Ms. Katie Couric as she was out walking with a friend. She was so gracious and it felt like she talked with us forever as she sincerely wanted to know about our cause.
This 5k walk is the perfect opportunity to get involved and raise awareness for cervical cancer and its connection to HPV. We can’t wait to do it again next year!
Would you like to see a Pap Rally & Run come to your city? Contact us.
And now we march forward to Cervivor School West, Sept. 24-27, in San Diego!
Anyone who attended Cervivor School West last weekend will probably tell you that it changed their life. Words really cannot express the bonding that occurred. Most that attended likely left with new best friends for life.
