University Medical Center hosts 5K run and 1-mile walk in support of cancer patients

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- University Medical Center of El Paso held its "¡Salud! ToBetterHealth 5K Run, 1-Mile Walk and Kids' Dash" Saturday, Sept. 26, in support of cancer patients in the Borderland.

The run took place at the UMC Northeast Clinic, located at 9839 Kenworthy St.

The 5K run and 1-mile walk began at 8 a.m., with a Kids' Dash taking place before the race.

Booths and informational tables will be set up throughout the event to provide the community with health resources from local organizations and vendors.

Officials say more than 500 runners, walkers, and supporters participated in last year's record-breaking event, making it the largest turnout in the event's history.

According to officials, the proceeds from the event will benefit UMC's Sobreviviendo/Surviving Cancer Program, which helps cancer patients who are at risk of failing to adhere to their treatment plans because of financial hardship.