Steps 2 Cure NF

On September 26, 2010, NF New England is holding their 4th Annual “Steps 2 Cure NF” Run/Walk at Horn Pond in Woburn.

Registration begins at 8:45 a.m. and the event will being at 9:45 a.m. There will be water stops, timed runner awards, raffles, and entertainment as well. Participants who preregister will receive a free t-shirt.  

Proceeds from the road race and raffle will assist Neurofibromatosis, Inc., Northeast, a local charitable organization, in our mission to find the cure and treatment for neurofibromatosis by promoting and supporting research, creating awareness and providing hope and support to those who are affected by NF.

NF is a genetic tumor disorder that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in or on the body at any time. There are no effective treatments at this time. NF affects 3 times as many people as cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy combined, yet is not commonly known and there is no means of prevention, no effective treatment and no cure. Scientists have determined that NF research has broad implications for millions of individuals who are affected by hearing loss, visual impairment, cancer, brain tumors, seizures and learning disabilities, all of which can be symptomatic of NF. Sponsors are needed to help continue our efforts to promote awareness, research and patient and family support.

More information about neurofibromatosis can be found here.

Contact Lori Ryan at 978-658-5916 or Linda Yew at 781-272-9936 if you have any questions.