Vital Signs Volume 12, Issue 2 | Page 7

Another one of the most notable events associated with the American Cancer Society is “Relay for Life,” a day long (and sometimes all night) supportive experience for those afflicted with cancer, survivors and their families. Relay for Life is almost entirely volunteer driven, an extraordinary achievement con- sidering it takes place in more than 5,000 communities and 27 countries each year. Within Relay for Life, team members walk around a designated path for 6-24 hours. At all time, each team has a member walking the track to symbolize that cancer never sleeps, and neither do th