Category: #DefeatCancer

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – TAMPA BAY IN THE NEWS

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Read or watch local stories featuring the Swim Across America-Tampa Bay community to learn about their impact. Learn more about the event and beneficiary, Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, at swimacrossamerica.org/tampa.

Swim Across America Blog – SAASwim.com

Breast Cancer Survivor Finds an Inspiring Way to Mark Two Milestones

Suncoast News Network TV

Tampa mother and son swimming for cancer research

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Tampa Breast Cancer Survivor Trains With Son for 2-Mile Swim

ABC Action News

Wesley Chapel mom, son plan to swim 2 miles to raise money for cancer research

Yahoo! Life

Mother, son join Swim Across America for cancer research

Tampa Beacon

Wesley Chapel mother-son duo to swim for cancer research

ABC Action News

Wesley Chapel mother and son swim for a cure

WFTS-TV Spot on Florida

(ABC Action News story) Wesley Chapel mother and son swim for a cure

WFTS-TV Spot on Florida (Video)

VIDEO: Wesley Chapel mother and son swim for a cure

WTSP-TV 10 Tampa Bay

Mother celebrates being cancer free by swimming at Swim Across America event with son

WTVT-TV FOX13 News at Noon

Wesley Chapel Cancer Survivor shares a special afternoon with her son

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – FLORIDA KEYS IN THE NEWS

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Read or watch local stories featuring the Swim Across America-Florida Keys community to learn about their impact. Learn more about the event and beneficiary, Miami Cancer Institute, at swimacrossamerica.org/floridakeys.

Swim Across America Blog – SAASwim.com

Cancer Survivor Inspired to Help Establish SAA-Florida Keys Event

Keys Life Magazine

MAKE WAVES TO FIGHT CANCER – SWIM ACROSS AMERICA

UPPER KEYS WEEKLY (Page 27)

In the Water for Cancer Research

KEYS WEEKLY

STROKES FOR CANCER RESEARCH: CHARITY SWIM SET FOR APRIL 15 IN ISLAMORADA

 

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – NASHVILLE IN THE NEWS

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Read or watch local stories featuring the Swim Across America-Nashville community to learn about their impact. Learn more about the event and beneficiary, Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, at swimacrossamerica.org/nashville.

Swim Across America Blog – SAASwim.com

Finding New Meaning in Swim Across America Participation

WTVF – Nashville Scripps (NewsChannel 5)

Swimmers unite during Swim Across America to raise money for local cancer research

EssentiallySports.com

Hundreds of Swimmers Aim to Raise $75,000 for a Noble Cause

NASHVILLE PATCH

April 16 Swim Across America Nashville Makes Waves to Fight Cancer

 

Breast Cancer Survivor Finds an Inspiring Way to Mark Two Milestones

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Michelle Deaton
Swim Across America – Tampa
Hometown: Wesley Chapel, Florida
2 years supporting Swim Across America
Age: 50

Michelle Deaton has a lot to celebrate this year and she wanted to mark the occasion by doing something she had never done before.

“I turned 50 in March and I’m five years cancer free! What better way to celebrate than with a two-mile swim with Wyatt!”

Last year, Michelle was a proud supporter of her son, Wyatt, who swam 2 miles in the 2022 Swim Across America – Tampa event. He raised nearly $6,000 in her honor. This year, they are training – and raising funds – together. What makes their swim even more special is that the event falls on Mother’s Day weekend.

“I’m so excited that my mom is training to swim with me,” said Wyatt. “She keeps telling me she will swim faster than me and beat me back to the beach. I’m just proud that she is cancer-free, just celebrated her 50th birthday on March 26, and is going to be my swim partner for Swim Across America.”

Michelle is cancer-free but that doesn’t mean she will stop supporting Swim Across America. She is likely one of our most enthusiastic participants!

“I just love, love, love Swim Across America and all it stands for,” said Michelle Deaton. “I talk about the work that Swim Across America supports everywhere I go and to everyone. I’m Swim Across America’s biggest fan. I’m thrilled to be able to swim and be a part of such a great event that impacts the lives of so many. I’m a true believer that when you put your mind to something, it might not be easy, but I’m blessed as I have gone through something tough like a cancer diagnosis, and it made me realize even more how miraculous our bodies really are.”

Swim Across America has raised $100 million since its inception in 1987 to support cancer research and clinical trials across the U.S. Please contact Jeni Howard at jhoward@jhowardpr.com for media inquiries.

Finding New Meaning in Swim Across America Participation

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Susan McPherson

Swim Across America – Nashville

Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee

6 years with Swim Across America

Age: 79

Susan McPherson was no stranger to Swim Across America, but her contributions were always in honor of other family members and friends who had cancer diagnoses. After a shocking diagnosis in December 2020, the reason to support Swim Across America-Nashville now became much more personal for Susan.

“I went to the doctor because I was experiencing new-onset shortness of breath and found out I was anemic. After additional tests, the doctors told me they found a large tumor and multiple metastases in my abdomen and that I had stage four colon cancer.”

Susan’s particular genetic profile made her a candidate for immunotherapy. She began treatment at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center, which is the beneficiary of the Swim Across America-Nashville Pool Swim.

“In fact, the type of immunotherapy I was given – Keytruda – was developed in the Swim Across America funded lab at the Johns Hopkins Cancer Center! What an incredibly serendipitous moment it was when I realized that the treatment that could help save my life was initially funded through Swim Across America fundraising events.”

Susan received treatment for two years and is now cancer-free. And her participation in this year’s Swim Across America – Nashville event is that much more poignant.

Susan’s daughter-in-law, Chris, is one of the event directors and coaches at the Ensworth Natatorium where the event is held. Her son, John, is a cardiologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. For the second year, Chris and John will swim with their team “Chris’ Cancer Crushers” in their endeavor to “make waves to fight cancer.”

Swim Across America has raised $100 million since its inception in 1987 to support cancer research and clinical trials across the U.S. Please contact Jeni Howard at jhoward@jhowardpr.com for media inquiries.

SAA Debuts WaveMaker Hydro Flask Bottle for 2023

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Swim Across America is excited to celebrate our top fundraisers with the 2023 WaveMaker gift! Swimmers and volunteers who raise $1,000 or more will receive an insulated 32 oz Wide-Mouth Hydro Flask water bottle.

As part of the WaveMaker club, we want you to show your SAA pride year-round with a Hydro Flask perfect for any occasion. Ideal for everyday and outdoor adventure, the Hydro Flask Wide-Mouth vacuum water bottle packs 32 oz. of hydration, and keeps your beverage hot or cold for hours. Want to take this awesome item home with you? Register today and set your fundraising goal to WaveMaker!

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SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – FAIRFIELD COUNTY IN THE NEWS

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Here are some recent stories that display the impact all the members of the Swim Across America family have had in the Fairfield County community benefiting Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy. If you would like to register, volunteer or donate, please visit swimacrossamerica.org/fairfieldcounty.

THE DEBBIE NIGRO SHOW

Swim Across America Making Waves to Fight Cancer

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HAMLET HUB

16th Annual Swim Across America Fairfield County on Saturday in Stamford

HAMLET HUB

Olympic Swimmers Elizabeth Beisel and Craig Beardsley to Visit Darien YMCA with Swim Across America Fairfield County

NEWS 12 CONNECTICUT

Olympic medalist swimmer to host clinic in Darien

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NEWS TIMES

Darien-created Swim Across America will raise money for Stamford cancer center research Saturday

HAMLET HUB

Redding Resident Craig Lawrence Is Diving Into Long Island Sound June 25th for His 16th Annual Swim Across America Fairfield County Open Water Swim

GREENWICH SENTINEL

We Should All Strive to Make Waves…

THE PATCH

June 25 is 16th Annual Swim Across America Fairfield County Swim

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – LARCHMONT IN THE NEWS

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Here are some recent stories that display the impact all the members of the Swim Across America family have had in the Larchmont community benefiting Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Columbia University Medical Center and Cancer Support Team. If you would like to register, volunteer or donate, please visit swimacrossamerica.org/longislandsound.

THE EXAMINER NEWS

Local Swim Across America Chapter Celebrates Anniversary, New Study

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THE PATCH

A Little History: 30 Years of Swim Across America Long Island Sound

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Swim Across America Long Island Sound Celebrates 30 Years

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Swim Across America returns to Larchmont for 30th year

THE PATCH

Chappaqua Swim & Tennis Raises $30K+ For Swim Across America

LARCHMONT AND NEW ROCHELLE NEWS

Swim Across America 2022

NEWS 12

Swim Across America returns to Larchmont for 30th year

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THE PATCH

Record-Smashing 30th Year For Swim Across America LI Sound Fundraising

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – RHODE ISLAND IN THE NEWS

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Here are some recent stories that display the impact all the members of the Swim Across America family have had in the Rhode Island community benefiting Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island. If you would like to register, volunteer or donate, please visit swimacrossamerica.org/rhodeisland.

LOCAL TODAY

Swim Across America Rhode Island will be making waves on September 10th to fight cancer

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THE PATCH

Hundreds Swimming For Cancer Research At Narragansett Beach

NEWPORT BUZZ

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA RHODE ISLAND WILL MAKE WAVES TO FIGHT CANCER ON SEPTEMBER 10

SWIMMING WORLD MAGAZINE

Swim Across America Sponsoring Rhode Island Open Water Swim

WHAT’S UP NEWP

Swim Across America Rhode Island will make waves to fight cancer on September 10

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WPRI TV

Swim Across America

NEWPORT BUZZ

13TH ANNUAL SWIM ACROSS AMERICA RHODE ISLAND IS THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

WOMEN & INFANTS

Swim Across America Event Supports Cancer Research at Women & Infants Hospital

WPRI TV

Local charity event raises money for cancer research

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PROVIDENCE FRIARS

Swimming & Diving Teams Play Big Role In Successful Swim Across America Event

NORTHEASTERN

Huskies Take Part in the 13th Annual Swim Across America

BRYANT BULLDOGS

Swimming And Diving Participates in Swim Across America

SWIM ACROSS AMERICA – SEATTLE IN THE NEWS

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Here are some recent stories that display the impact all the members of the Swim Across America family have had in the Seattle community benefiting Seattle Cancer Center Alliance – Fred Hutch. If you would like to register, volunteer or donate, please visit swimacrossamerica.org/seattle.

MERCER ISLAND REPORTER

Swim Across America cancer research fundraiser set for September 10

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425 MAGAZINE

Dive In to Fight Cancer at Swim Across America Seattle

FRED HUTCH CANCER CENTER

Swim Across America – Seattle