THIS SATURDAY: Hundreds to Power Walk, Strut or Stroll for Lungh Health

Hundreds of walkers are gearing up to put their best foot forward for the American Lung Association’s annual LUNG FORCE Walk. The family-friendly event steps off at Roger Williams Park in Providence on Saturday, June 13th. Participants from across Greater Providence will enjoy beautiful views as they walk to end lung disease and raise awareness for clean air.

More than 153,000 Rhode Island residents have lung diseases including asthma or COPD, and more than 900 residents are diagnosed with lung cancer each year. Funds raised will go to programs, advocacy and education to improve lung health, and improve the lives of people across the state, one step at a time.

      WHO: Walkers of all fitness levels, families, and corporate teams from across Rhode Island

      WHAT: LUNG FORCE Walk Providence
 

• 9:00 a.m.                Registration Opens
• 9:40 a.m.                Opening Ceremony
• 10:00 a.m.             Ribbon Cutting / Walk Begins
• 11:30 a.m.             Walk ends
   

WHERE: Roger Williams Park-Temple to Music in Providence

WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 9 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
 

WHY: Raise funds and awareness to support programs that support the 153,000 Rhode Island residents living with lung disease.

For more information on the Providence LUNG FORCE Walk, and to register, visit LUNGFORCE.org/Providence.