Jo and Molly join Capital Chat to discuss this years 5k run and 1k walk, Best the Odds, A Race Against Cancer event August 23rd. Cancer Connection is a grass-roots, nonprofit organization that assists Southeast Alaskans living with cancer, their families, and support systems. Cancer Connection sponsors education programs and awareness events with the intent of prevention and early detection of cancer.

Cancer Connection Mission
To bring together health and wellness resources for Southeast Alaska residents facing cancer, thereby empowering them to make sound decisions and choices with the goal of prolonging their quality of life whether in time of crisis or fulfillment.

Cancer Connection Vision 
To empower Alaskans through:

• Support connecting patients and their families to individuals and groups.
• Awareness through public advocacy and community-sponsored cancer and wellness-related events.
• Education via seminars, forums, workshops, guest speakers, and public speaking.
• Resources serving as a clearinghouse for educational materials and other assistance.