Thousands gather at Lake Eola for the 'Making Strides Against Breast Cancer' event

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Thousands of participants gathered at Lake Eola for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event.

ORLANDO, Fla. - On Saturday, thousands of people came together at Lake Eola in downtown Orlando, putting one foot in front of the other, in the fight against breast cancer.

Fox 35 is a proud sponsor of the 'Making Strides Against Breast Cancer' event.

It was a sea of pink as the walk got underway on Saturday. With music blasting and the crowd cheering, breast cancer supporters and survivors were at the event showing their support.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer at Lake Eola

Downtown Orlando was flooded with a sea of pink as people came out to show their support for breast cancer survivors and those battling the disease, but also to raise money to find a cure.

Brant Woodward, executive vice president for the American Cancer Society southeast region, says the turnout has been incredible.

"Orlando's Making Strides Against Breast Center is the largest in terms of walkers in the country. We expect 65,000 to 75,000 people out here today."

The fundraising event isn't just about money: it's about raising awareness about breast cancer.

Dr. George from AventHealth says it's important that women know when to get their checkups.

"We know if we detect breast cancer early, we can treat them. They are more treatable, they're more curable. So it's important to get your mammogram."

Dr. George says that screening mammograms are for women who don't have symptoms. If you have symptoms, you should see your doctor right away.

"Any lumps in your breasts. Under your armpit. Changes in your nipple, changes in your skin like a dimpling or redness of the skin. It's important to know your family history and your body."