In 2024, roughly 2 million new cancer cases and 609,820 deaths from cancer are expected to occur in the United States, with more than 110,000 expected to occur here in Florida. Cancer continues to be the second most common cause of death among Americans, after heart disease. To help end cancer as we know it for everyone, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Greater Lee will be held Saturday, March 23, at 4 p.m., at NeoGenomics at 9490 NeoGenomics Way, Fort Myers.

Founded by Dr. Gordy Klatt in Tacoma, Washington, in 1985, Relay For Life unites communities across the globe to celebrate people who have been touched by cancer, remember loved ones lost and take action for lifesaving change. Since 1985, Relay For Life has raised $6.8 billion to help save lives from cancer.

Relay For Life of Greater Lee aims to raise $200,000 this year to support the American Cancer Society’s mission. Survivors that attend this year’s Relay For Life will have the opportunity to walk through the lab at NeoGenomics and meet the scientists that are transforming care for cancer patients. Survivors can register by visiting relayforlife.org/greaterleefl.

Dollars raised each year by more than 250,000 Relay participants across the country help support the American Cancer Society’s mission in countless ways, including funding and conducting breakthrough research, providing education and advocating for the needs of cancer patients and their families, and providing essential services throughout their cancer journey.

There are many ways to get involved in Relay For Life, including:

Sponsor: Your support fuels the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer. Visit relayforlife.org/greaterleefl to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

Join: Join a relay community to connect with survivors, caregivers, and others impacted by cancer in your local community.

Visit relayforlife.org/greaterleefl to sign up for Relay and join your community in the fight against cancer.