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Relay For Life of Midland County, MI
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We are the Relay For Life event in Midland County, Michigan, USA. Help us celebrate survivors, remember those we've lost, and fight back against cancer!

Find us at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI
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We're halfway through! Will you make this challenge? Raise $350 between Nov. 1 and Dec. 2 to win this great jacket!

Register at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI
November 16, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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November is lung cancer awareness month. Unless you are considered high risk, there is no recommended screening for lung cancer.

Need more information? Visit Cancer.org.
This image has a purple background with "Lung Cancer" in white writing across the top. A white awareness ribbon is in the header. There is a white rectangle with text about lung cancer. It reads "Lung cancer risk is increased if you currently smoke tobacco or have in the past, you have been exposed to secondhand smoke, you have been exposed to radon, asbestos, or other carcinogens. Yearly screaning tests are recommended for people ages 50 to 80 who smoke or used to smoke and have at least a 20 pack-year history of smoking. More information can be found at cancer.org." The Relay For Life logo is in the bottom left corner. White text reading "Relay For Life of Midland County" is in the bottom right.
November 12, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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The list of ongoing/upcoming fundraisers and events continues! What's happening for the next month?

More information and related links can be found on our webpage (RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI) on the Fundraisers page.

Direct link: secure.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_i...
November 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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The Great American Smokeout is next week! Have you made a plan or taken the leap to quit smoking? Visit Cancer.org for some tips, tricks, and tools to make your journey a success!

www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-...
This image is of two men and a woman sitting around a table outside on deck while playing cards. The text in the upper left corner says "You've joined thousands across the nation in your journey to quit smoking. Together, we can do it." On the bottom of the image is the American Cancer Society logo and the words "Great American Smokeout."
November 11, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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It's Veteran's Day and we are honored to have so many veterans in our community!
This image has a white background, red and white stripes down both sides, and white stars on a blue background across the top and bottom. It reads "To all who served, we are thankful for your service. Happy Veterans Day from your Relay For Life of Midland County family."
November 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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It's World Immunization Day, a great day to talk about the HPV vaccine.

The American Cancer Society recommends:
- 2 doses of the HPV vaccine between the ages of 9 & 12.

-Teens & young adults 13-26 who have not been vaccinated or who haven’t gotten all their doses should get the vaccine ASAP.

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This image says "World Immunization Day, Raising awareness of the value of vaccines and immunization, November 10." In the bottom right are two medical professionals and two overly large viruses with angry faces. The female medical professional is holding an overly large bottle of liquid. The male medical professional is holding a hypodermic needle and is pointing it at one of the large viruses.
November 10, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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No matter where or why you Relay, your efforts this fall can help save lives. Raise $350 between Nov. 1 and Dec. 2 and score exclusive merch that shows you’re part of something bigger. Every community can make an impact in the fight against cancer.

Register at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI
November 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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November is National Family Caregivers Month. It's a great time to celebrate those caregivers in our community!

We also recognize that caregivers, family or not, carry a heavy burden and need support of their own. For resources, visit www.cancer.org/cancer/careg....
This image has a black background and a yellow and pink theme. The header says "National Family Caregivers Month." In the middle is a line art picture of a heart with arms giving itself a hug. In the bottom left corner is the text "Relay For Life of Midland County." In the bottom right is the Relay For Life logo.
November 5, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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The Great American Smokeout is coming! Join others across the nation to commit to quitting smoking on Nov. 20. Want to prepare? Visit www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-....
This image is of a woman squatting on the ground and petting two dogs. The Text in the upper left reads "Let's quit smoking together. Sign up to make a quit plan on Nov. 20." The American Cancer Society logo and the words "Great American Smokeout" are on the bottom.
November 3, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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November is a big awareness month for different types of cancers! We'll be touching on most of these during the month with the exception of neuroendocrine cancers. There are too many variations that fall under that label and I couldn't possibly do it justice.

For info, visit cancer.org.
This image reads "November Awareness" at the top. There are four types of cancers listed with their associated ribbon colors: white with lung cancer, zebra stripe for neuroendocrine cancer, purple for pancreatic cancer, and lavendar for stomach cancer. The Relay For Life logo is in the bottom left corner and the text "Relay For Life of Midland County" is in the bottom right corner. The background of the image is a faded picture of a bunch of autumn trees with orange leaves.
November 2, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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The fall fundraising challenge starts today! Start fundraising, help save lives and earn exclusive merch! Raise $350 between Nov. 1 and Dec. 2 to get your hands on the goods and make an impact in the fight against cancer.

Register to join the challenge at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI
The image is of a black jacket on a blue background. The jacket has the Relay For Life Life logo on the breast and "Celebrate, Remember, Fight Back" below it. The image reads "Help save lives! Raise $350, get exclusive merch." The Relay For Life logo is at the bottom.
November 1, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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It's that time of year. Don't forget to turn your clock back an hour!
This is a four panel comic from Adrienne Hedger dot com. Panel 1 is a woman looking out a window into darkness. She says "It's pitch black out!" Panel 2 shows the woman turning and asking "What time is it?" Panel 3 shows the woman wide eyed with surprise asking, "Is it midnight?" Panel 4 has the woman dramatically throwing her head back with her hands on her face yelling "It feels like midnight!" The man next to her says "It's 5:27 PM."
November 1, 2025 at 1:16 PM
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Do you have a few hours a month? Are you willing to drive a cancer patient to an appointment? @americancancersociety needs you!

The commitment is only 1-2 drives per MONTH!

Find out more at www.cancer.org/support-prog...
The image is of a woman in the driver's seat looking towards the backseat. The text reads "Use your drive for good. Give people with cancer free rides to treatment " included is the American Cancer Society Road to Recovery logo.
October 27, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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The fall fundraising challenge starts soon! Get registered and be ready for those donations between Nov. 1 and Dec. 2!

Register at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI
The image is of four smiling young women after sunset and under a stadium light. The Relay For Life logo is at the top with the text "Fall Fundraising Challenge is coming" below it.
October 26, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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It's time to learn a little about liver cancer! Liver cancer is hard to detect as many symptoms don't show up until the disease is in an advanced stage. To learn more, visit cancer.org.
This image is dark green writing on a light green background. The header says "Liver Cancer" with an emerald green awareness ribbon. The text says "There is currently no recommended screening for liver cancer. If you are a high risk individual due to cirrhosis, hereditary hemochromatosis, or a chronic hepatitis B infection, some experts recommend screening with blood tests and an ultrasound every 6 months." The relay for life logo is at the bottom with the text "Relay For Life of Midland County."
October 22, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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To those in our community who celebrate, happy Diwali!
October 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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It's Mammography Day! This is a great time to touch on screening guidelines for breast cancer. If you haven't scheduled your mammogram, here's your reminder! ✅
Light pink square with a pink ribbon at the top and the header "breast cancer." The graphic reads: Breast Cancer can happen to anyone, male or female! It's always a good idea to know what your breasts look and feel like. If you notice any changes, report them to your doctor. Screening guidelines for women at average risk: ages 40-44 should have the option to start screening with a mammogram every year. Ages 45-54 should get mammograms every year. Ages 55 and older can switch to mammograms every other year. The relay for life logo is at the bottom of the picture as well as the words "Relay For Life of Midland County."
October 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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There are so many things happening in the next month! Let's take a look...

(Did you know that all fundraisers are listed on our website? If we're missing any, let me know!)

Get details on the fundraising page at RelayForLife.org/MidlandCountyMI!
October 16, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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October is both breast and liver cancer awareness month! For more info on these cancers, visit cancer.org.
October awareness is across the top. Two ribbons are shown: pink with the text "breast cancer" and emerald green with the text "liver cancer." At the bottom are both the Relay For a life logo and the text "Relay For Life of Midland County." The background is a light image of pumpkins.
October 15, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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The Fall Fundraising Challenge is coming! Get a jump on the competition. Start gathering your team now. No matter if you Relay for family, community, the cause —or all of the above —your efforts this fall can help save lives. Raise $350 & score exclusive merch. This fall be part of something bigger.
I agree with 6 people standing on a track with an inflatable purple Relay For Life arch. Text reads "Fall Fundraising Challenge is coming."
October 15, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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It's only October, but it's never too early to start planning for those holiday cards! Did you know you can get personalized cards through the American Cancer Society?

www.acsholidaycollection.org
October 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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It's Mission Monday and football season! That means Crucial Catch is kicking off again! Grant recipients include two Detroit businesses, which will help increase awareness and cancer screenings in the NFL footprint.

Find out more at www.mysocietysource.org/Pages/newsde...
October 7, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Senate script:
September 18, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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House of Reps script:
September 18, 2025 at 2:23 PM
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MCED passed the Ways & Means committee in the House. That means it's going to be coming up for a vote! Contact your Congress members, especially the House, to ask them to pass this bill. Script in the replies by the social media lead (not ACS CAN).

www.congress.gov/members/find...
September 18, 2025 at 2:21 PM