BOSTON -- This year, more than 200,000 women and men will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will lose their lives to the disease. These are women and men this community knows and loves. Individuals wishing to take a bold step toward a cure should register now for the 2005 Boston Breast Cancer 3-Day.

"The Boston 3-Day may seem far away, but we encourage those interested in participating to register now," said Howard Sitron, Breast Cancer 3-Day vice president and chief operating officer. "The more time participants have to raise money and train for the event the better, because walking 60 miles is anything but a casual stroll. The more training, the more fun and successful the 3-Day will be, and the less likely participants are to experience discomfort or injuries on the event."

The 3-Day offers residents the chance to make a personal difference in the fight against breast cancer while being part of an exciting and challenging event. Participants join together for three days and walk 60 miles in a life-changing display of courage and commitment.

Breast Cancer 3-Day participants commit to fundraising, training and dedicating an entire weekend to help raise awareness for the cause. Coaches and volunteers make sure participants have the training and resources needed to prepare mentally and physically, as well as generate fundraising ideas.

Taking place in 12 cities nationwide, the Breast Cancer 3-Day will raise millions for breast cancer research and patient support programs. Net proceeds from the 3-Day will benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs and the National Philanthropic Trust Breast Cancer Fund to provide an endowment for breast cancer initiatives. click here or call (800) 996-3DAY for registration and donation information.