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TAMPA BAY - MAKING PINK STRIDES

One of the most significant tools we have today is the power of human connection. Awareness months, weeks, and days are so important: They rally us together to spread a message and show support for much-needed causes. They help us create a comforting feeling that no matter what you’re going through, you don’t have to do it alone. The support of your loved ones and the community you live in can make a huge difference in anyone’s life. I love being part of the supportive community of Tampa Bay! This month of October happens to observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month, LGBT History Month, ADHD Awareness Month, Emotional Wellness Month, and Italian-American Heritage Month, just to name a few. Whichever movement you choose to support, make it count! As someone whose childhood friend just got diagnosed with stage three breast cancer and it’s undergoing weekly chemo sessions, I want to say Brenda I love you, stay strong! Have faith, and don’t stop fighting! For everyone reading, I also want to say that early detection can make all the difference. I can’t really stress enough the importance of preventive care and regular checkups. The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Movement will host several fundraising events and non-competitive walks/runs in Tampa Bay during the month of October. “Since 1993, the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer® (MSABC) campaign has united communities, companies, and individuals with a collective goal to end breast cancer as we know it. Over the past two decades, the 3- to 5-mile noncompetitive walks have collectively grown into the nation’s largest and For Advertising Info 727-943-0551 I info@nnlflorida.com or visit tbnewsandlifestyles.com OCTOBER 2022 5For Advertising Info 727-943-0551 I info@nnlflorida.com or visit tbnewsandlifestyles.com OCTOBER 2021 5most impactful breast cancer move-

ment providing a supportive community for courageous breast cancer survivors and metastatic breast cancer thrivers, including caregivers and families alike. This year, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer celebrates its 30th anniversary and will take place in more than 150 communities nationwide. We invite you to join the Making Strides movement to help save lives and end breast cancer as we know it.” (cancer.org) For more information and to participate in upcoming awareness events taking place throughout the month of October in Tampa, please visit https:// www.cancer.org/involved/fundraise/ making-strides-against-breast-cancer. html.For resourceful information on breast screening exams and mammograms for low-income households, please check: https://www.freemammograms.org/city/fl-tampa During October, numerous small businesses will offer amazing promotions and perhaps even hold their own fundraising events, so make sure to check out your Tampa Bay News and Lifestyles magazine or visit tbnewsandlifestyles.com to stay up to date with what your community businesses and non-for-profits are doing and offering every month! With Halloween festivities fast approaching, the City of Tampa wants to keep families participating in trick-ortreating events safe from COVID. For a detailed list of Halloween safety tips and an incredible list of family-friendly Halloween events, please visit: https:// www.tampa.gov/news/city-tampashares-covid-19-safety-tips-trick-ortreating-and-other-halloween-festivities Until next time, stay safe!

Carla M. Dubis Tedeschi