Breast cancer has been known to mankind since early ancient times. The symptoms are visible lumps that can be easily seen, especially at later stages when the lumps turn into tumors. Because they are so easily seen, breast cancer started to be recorded by physicians very early in time. Presently, people are coming together through different organizations to find a cure to one of the most deadly cancers. One organization is called the Susan G. Komen Race For the Cure.

Thousands of women and men every year join the Susan G. Komen 3-day event. In order to join each participant is required to raise a total of $2,300. Throughout three days the participants cover 60 miles.

“The truth is, “The 3-Day” is a life-changing journey that is many things to many people,” said www.the3day.org.

Decades ago, women who had breast cancer were not aware of what it was. Instead they may have been embarrassed about the visual symptoms, such as lumps on the breast. This made the diagnosis of breast cancer difficult during the early part of the century.

“The mention of breast cancers in literature beyond medical journals and books was rare,” said news-medical.net.

When it comes to breast cancer, junior Natalie Weidner has a personal connection to the terrible disease. Both Weidner’s mother and grandmother had breast cancer.

“My grandma had it when I was young and my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was in eighth grade,” said Weidner.

In 2012, Weidner and her entire family participated in the Susan G. Komen 3 day for the cure.

“My mom had been cancer free for a little over a year and we thought that it was the perfect moment to start our endeavor with helping find the cure to the dreaded disease,” explained Weidner.

Many people say that “The 3 Day” walk is an amazing and unforgettable experience. Participants say that they loved meeting many strong, amazing people on the journey, who had incredible stories to share.

“The atmosphere was indescribable, everyone there had some connection with breast cancer and would openly share their experiences. It was life changing to see how so many people supported this event and trying to raise money to find a cure,” said Weidner.

Many people all over the world are coming together through different organizations, in order to raise money to find a cure and prevention to breast cancer so that other women and girls will not have to suffer through breast cancer.

“Although breast cancer receives the most attention during Breast Cancer Awareness month each October, charities work all year long to raise funds for the prevention, treatment, and cure of this devastating disease. All throughout the year people have the opportunity to participate in various walks, runs, and other special events raising money to fight breast cancer,” said charitynavigator.org.

The Race for the Cure is an event many would recommend participating in. It brings families closer together. It helps people face fears and become stronger. It has helped people meet new friends. It has taught many people life long lessons, and it creates unforgettable memories. And most importantly the Susan G. Komen “The 3 Day” race is aimed towards finding a cure for breast cancer, which affects millions around the world.