For immediate release: July 28, 2008

Run for Research with Goshen Center for Cancer Care

GOSHEN, Ind. - Every jogging shoe that hits the pavement during Goshen Center for Cancer Care's Run for Research will help move cancer research forward - and every successful step made in cancer research is a step toward helping you or someone you love beat cancer.

Goshen Center for Cancer Care is inviting the community and area athletes to participate in the third annual Run for Research on Saturday Aug. 23. The race kicks off at 8 a.m. in the Goshen Center for Cancer Care parking lot, 200 High Park Ave., Goshen Ind.

"There are few people whose lives haven't been touched by cancer," said Dr. Doug Schwartzentruber, MD, FACS, and Medical Director of Goshen Center for Cancer Care "Many will be running on behalf of loved ones who are battling or have battled cancer in their lifetime. Everyone who participates is helping to promote awareness and help fund research that could someday help us put an end to this disease."

Proceeds raised at the Run for Research event will go to Goshen Center for Cancer Care's Research Program.

"We're dedicated to this annual event because of the good work it helps our doctors do. Cancer research leads to a better understanding of cancer and cancer treatment, said Dr. Schwartzentruber. "Goshen Center for Cancer Care has seen firsthand the impact clinical trials have made in improving cancer care. Cancer research is what is going to find cures, make a difference, and give us even greater knowledge to help not only those fighting cancer now, but who will be diagnosed with cancer in the future."

Registration is underway for the 5K/10K Run for Research event on Saturday, Aug. 23. The day's events include a 5K Fun Walk, 5K Run, a 10K Run, and new this year, a one-mile Fun Walk/ Dog walk that the whole family can enjoy. Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female runner in each category. Informational booths and refreshments at the finish line will also be available.

Registration forms are available at Goshen Center for Cancer Care or online at www.goshenrace.com.

Early registration is as follows:

1 Mile Fun Walk/ Dog Walk ($10), same-day $15

5K Fun Walk ($15), same-day: $20 (*certified course)
    
5K Run ($20), same-day: $25 (*certified course)
    
10K Run ($20), same-day: $25 (*certified course)

*Children accompanied by an adult walk free

For more information the event, volunteering for the event or to learn more about donating to the Goshen Center for Cancer Care Research Institute, contact Angie McKee @ (574) 535-2597.

About Goshen Center for Cancer Care:
The Goshen Center for Cancer Care is a leader in innovative cancer treatment. Among the first to adopt a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment, the center offers holistic programs for strengthening minds as well as bodies and places a premium on family involvement and spiritual needs. Through this integrative team approach, the center provides medical, radiation, nuclear and surgical oncology as well as naturopathic medicine.

The Goshen Center for Cancer Care is involved in, and sponsors, a number of clinical trials. Additionally, prevention, screening, diagnostic and treatment trials are conducted at The Goshen Center for Cancer Care, as well as quality of life trials and genetic trials. Clinical trials offered include treatments for breast cancer, colon cancer, Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, lung cancer, esophageal cancer, head and neck cancer, liver cancer, melanoma, myeloma, prostate cancer and pancreatic cancer. To find out more about the Goshen Center for Cancer Care or Goshen Health System, call 866-561-HOPE or visit www.goshencancer.org.

About Goshen Health System:

Goshen Health System is a not-for-profit provider of health care that includes Goshen General Hospital, The Goshen Center for Cancer Care, Park Home Medical Equipment, PrimeCare Physician Network, Team:Bariatrics, The Retreat Women's Health Center and Indiana Lakes Managed Care Organization. The health system is an affiliate partner of Clarian Health. For more information about Goshen Health System, contact Bridget Levitz, Public Relations Coordinator at 574-535-2776 or visit www.goshenhealth.org.

Contact
Bridget Levitz
Public Relations Coordinator
Goshen Health System
(574) 535-2776 (office)
(574) 536-1753 (cell)