We are FIREFIGHTERS.
If we can
extinguish fires,
we can extinguish cancer.
We are pleased and proud to announce that Bobby Goldsboro has recently become a spokesperson for Code 3 for a Cure. Hear what Bobby has to say about Code 3.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
September 2010
Greetings to all!
We are proud to announce that we will be kicking off our 2010 Mission of Honor and Hope on September 13 at 10:00am, from Mistlin Sports Park in Ripon, California. This special ceremony will serve as the official "send-off" of the Code 3 crew. On this, our Third Annual Mission, we will be traveling across America and into Canada once again, in an effort to honor and remember our brothers and sisters in the fire service who have lost their lives to cancer. We want to thank the Sutphen Corporation for their incredible continued sponsorship of our Mission each year.
The Farrelli's Annual Golf Classic, held on August 15, was a great success, and we were honored to be named the nonprofit beneficiary of choice. We want to thank all the golfers who participated, and especially the owners and staff of Farrelli's Wood Fire Pizza for their kindness and generosity in coordinating this charity event. Check out photos from the event.
On a personal note, I am progessing well in my recovery from my last round of cancer treatments, in preparation for the Mission kickoff. I would like to express my appreciation to Chief Phil Boriskie and Chief Lorenzo Diaz of the Houston Fire Department, as well as the Houston firefighters, who assisted me during my cancer battle. Click here for newscast. During my stay at Fire Station 33, I was deeply touched and saddened by the loss of two Houston firefighters, Captain James Harlow and Firefighter Damion Hobbs, on Easter Sunday morning 2009 in a structure fire. Chief Adrian Trevino provided me with a memorial CD of these two brave firefighters, who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to others. View the special video tribute.
I would like to commend the efforts of Chief Lorenzo Diaz, who is working hard to establish the Hamilton Brown House, created by
the Society of Houston Latino Firefighters. The facility will serve as a place of serenity for all firefighters diagnosed with cancer, both active and retired, who are in need of a place to stay during their cancer treatments in Houston's medical center.
Read more. I ask everyone to please support this great initiative, as well as the other nonprofit organizations listed on our Links page.
This is my personal opinion based on my experience in surviving three different types of cancer: If your doctor says cancer, know that you now become the general in this battle, because your body now becomes the battlefield. The doctors, oncologists, etc. are your soldiers who will provide you with information on the type of enemy you're fighting, but you are the one who will make the decision on the battle plan. Don't panic just get ready to fight and marshal all your forces. Remember, you have your family, firefighters, friends and the medical establishment who are on your side for support. Early detection is the big key to providing you more options on the types of weapons you will have against cancer. Don't cut yourself short on options by ignoring any warning signs. Pay attention to your body and get those early preventative exams that will provide you a fighting chance in the war against cancer. Another great secret weapon is positive thinking. Remember, a little discomfort during a cancer screening will bring you a long and healthy life.
DON'T LIMIT YOUR OPTIONS!
Have fun and stay cool this summer,
Lorenzo Abundiz
President & Founder
Code 3 for a Cure Foundation
MISSION OF HONOR AND HOPE
The Code 3 for a Cure Foundation's Mission of Honor and Hope is a journey taken on a fire engine once a year by a crew of cancer surviving firefighters, both active and retired. The purpose of the mission is to honor and remember those firefighters who have lost their lives to cancer, as well as to promote firefighter cancer awareness. Any firefighter who is a cancer survivor and is interested in becoming a member of the Code 3 Crew for the 2010 journey can contact us.
To see media coverage of the 2009 mission, google Code 3 for a Cure.
CANCER RISK GREATER AMONG FIREFIGHTERS
According to the American Cancer Society, half of all men and one-third of all women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives. It is becoming more and more apparent just what an epidemic this disease truly is. That is why one of the goals of Code 3 for a Cure is to contribute a percentage of our funds toward organizations that are conducting cancer research, and/or helping those diagnosed. The main focus of our organization, however, is to provide assistance specifically to firefighters who are diagnosed with cancer and their families. Why? Statistics show that firefighters are at a higher risk of cancer than the general population due to their exposure to toxic substances throughout the course of their careers. Read more.
The Code 3 Crew will never forget.