Lupus Race for Life 5K & 1 Mile Run/Walk September 30, 2007

Lupus International is hosting their 8th Annual Lupus Race For Life 5k Run/Walk and 1 mile Fun Run at La Mirada Regional Park. This race has special meaning for many of the committee members that includes Fire Fighters and Police Officers from various counties throughout Southern California. Either they are victims of this disease or have loved ones that are suffering. Through their tireless efforts, it is their hope that the Lupus Race for Life will increase awareness, education, and research grants so that a cure is found in this lifetime.

Lupus International focuses on support and education for those who have lupus and their families. Communication is the key to understanding the critical needs of lupus sufferers. People need to be aware that while people with this illness look fine, the ravage of their bodies, the difficulty in daily living, the coping with severe pain is very tough to live with. A cure is desperately needed.

All participants will receive a t-shirt, participant bag, refreshments, and a pancake breakfast. There will be informational vendor booths as well. Our course is scenic, and shaded with a slide grade. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. and the race begins at 8:00 a.m. There are park restrooms in addition to plenty of porta-potties. Parking is free.
Registration: Adults- $25, Kids- $10, and Race Day- $30

Official Website: http://www.lupusinternational.com/events/race.aspx