Renowned Atlanta Physician to 'Do the 2'
Breast cancer survivors and area leader Dr. Jacqueline Walters reminds Georgians that Breast Cancer doesn't discriminate
ATLANTA, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- As one of the most well-respected doctors of obstetrics and gynecology in the county, Dr. Jacqueline Walters makes a tremendous impact on the women in this community, providing quality care to a diverse group of patients. Together with over 1,000 other walkers and volunteers, this team has partnered to fight the non-discriminating enemy of breast cancer.
As a survivor of this disease, Dr. Walters has pledged her support to the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer, a 30-mile walk through Atlanta to raise funds that will directly finance programs in this area that help provide awareness, education, diagnosis, and treatment. Last year alone, the 2-Day dispersed almost $1 million into communities across north Georgia, including grants to the Georgia Cancer Foundation, the Center for Black Women's Wellness, Inc., Athens Regional Foundation, Inc., and Cancer Navigators in Rome, Georgia.
"There is no other way to fight this other than head on by activating our people and empowering our communities," said Dr. Walters.
Co-founder of Castillo Walters OB/GYN, Dr. Walters and her partner, Dr. Katia Castillo, have maintained two Atlanta offices dedicated to quality obstetrics and gynecological care for over a decade. Dr. Walters has recently assimilated a Woman's Wellness Program to help eradicate the increasing numbers of heart disease cases among women, which is the leading cause of death in women today. An award winning healthcare professional, Dr. Walters embraces her role as an authority on women's health issues and concerns. She continues to be an active speaker and guest for radio and television broadcast, civic and professional organizations, and various health related events.
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Dr. Walters will be in attendance during the 2-Day Walk on October 2nd and 3rd. Dr. Walters will also be available for interviews during the 2-Day training walk scheduled for Saturday, September 11, 2010 beginning at the 2-Day office at 180 Allen Road in North Atlanta. |
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Robin Cohen, Executive Director of It's the Journey, will also be available for interview at both the training walk and all related 2-Day Walk events. |
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WHEN: |
Saturday, September 11, 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. EDT |
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Visual and Interview opportunities available at the training walk and/or in-person appointments the following week. |
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WHERE: |
180 Allen Road |
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Suite 201 South |
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Atlanta, GA |
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WHO: |
- Atlanta 2-Day Walkers |
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- Existing and Potential Sponsors |
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- VIP |
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- Media |
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CONTACT: |
Kersha Cartwright, CO&P Integrated Marketing (678) 378-8601 |
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Amy Parrish, CO&P Integrated Marketing (404) 310-6559 |
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About The 2-Day Walk
The Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer is a 30-mile walk to raise money and awareness for Atlanta area breast cancer organizations. In just its first seven years, the Walk has generated more than $6.6 million to fund programs in this area that help provide awareness, education, diagnosis, treatment, and much more. For more information about sponsorship, becoming a walker, or making a donation to the Atlanta 2-Day Walk, visit www.2daywalk.org, e-mail [email protected] or call 404-531-4111.
It's the Journey, Inc., producer of The Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises funds for Atlanta area breast cancer organizations via their 2-Day Walk and other fundraising events throughout the year.
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