tour will be Saturday, Oct. 16 atCharlotte Motor Speedway when cancer
survivors, their families and physicians will have the chance to
attend the Bank of America 500. The "Speedways deLIVER Hope" campaign,
organized by YES, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the support of
patients diagnosed with metastatic liver cancers, has been organizing
similar events throughout the NASCAR season, with more to come as the
Race for the Chase continues. Donated by supporters of YES, the VIP
luxury suite tickets will give unique, behind-the-scenes access to one
of the best venues in NASCAR and include pre-race access to pit road
and the chance to meet Tony Stewart, driver of the no. 14 Office Depot/
Old Spice Chevrolet Impala.
The staff at Charlotte Motor Speedway, who have each been touched by
cancer, are revving up the event by providing souvenir t-shirts to the
group and working to cover the track's infield with "HOPE" race day.
"We're so thankful for the support we've received from the staff at
Charlotte Motor Speedway and excited about all the action on race
day," said Suzanne Lindley, founder of YES and 10-year cancer
survivor. "Cancer has touched so many people, and with the speedway's
help we're here to let them know to never give up hope.
YES's mission is to provide information, education, support, options
and hope for those affected by liver tumors. For more information
visit www.BeatLiverTumors.org. You can also become a fan on Facebook
and stay up to date with the latest information on Twitter.
YES is a grassroots organization that was created out of the need to
provide cancer patients with experience and insight that can increase
the treatment possibilities available for those who have liver
involvement. It is made up of survivors who have undergone targeted
therapy for liver metastases (cancer that has spread to the liver) or
hepatocellular (liver) cancer. We are an organization dedicated to
sharing timely and reliable information. We hope this sharing enables
informed choices regarding treatment and recovery. We ultimately
strive to enhance the quality of life for all of those affected by
liver related tumors. For more information visit
www.BeatLiverTumors.org or call the Survivor Line at 877-937-7478.
