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Follow on Google News | Fertility Preservation Network Sponsors Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure TeamsReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian/testicular tissue), was a sponsor in recent Race for the Cure fundraisers to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation
By: ReproTech, Ltd. In April, ReproTech sponsored its team in Savannah, GA’s Race for the Cure 5K. ReproTech's Fertility Preservation Network Manager and family and friends participated in the event that brought out over 5,000 participants who raised over $400,000 in donations for breast cancer research. ReproTech plans to sponsor its first team in the Dallas, TX Race for the Cure scheduled later this year. ReproTech regularly sponsors or contributes funds to cancer fundraising events in the areas where its employees and four regional facilities reside, Ft. Lauderdale/Coconut Creek, Florida; Minneapolis/ For the 140,000 American men and women under age 45 who are newly diagnosed with cancer each year, chemotherapy and other treatments can affect their reproductive system and fertility. There is often a small window of time for these men and women to preserve their fertility; therefore, access to cryopreservation services is extremely important. Both the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) recommend the education of oncology patients about the options available to preserve their fertility. ReproTech, Ltd has organized the Fertility Preservation Network to educate oncology professionals and caretakers, as well as provide the much needed cryopreservation services for men and women. The network now includes members in 33 states and the Caribbean. Additionally, the work of fertileHOPE and LiveSTRONG has advanced the awareness of the need for Fertility Preservation among the oncology community. About ReproTech ReproTech, Ltd. was founded in 1990 for the purpose of providing long-term cryostorage services for reproductive tissue, and now operates cryostorage facilities in Florida, Minnesota, Nevada and Texas. More information on ReproTech, Ltd. is available at http://www.reprotech.com or 888-489-8944. Information specific to the Fertility Preservation Network and its members can be found at http://www.fertilitypreservation.com. About Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Series The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer. The series of 5K runs and fitness walks raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. Starting in 1983, the Race for the Cure has grown to a global series of more than 140 races with 1.6 million people participating on four continents. For additional information, and to find a race in your area, please visit www.komen.org/ End
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