Let's Beat Breast Cancer Rally
September 26 | 9:00–10:00 AM
Peoria RiverFront Market | Peoria, Illinois
Join us as Peoria once again takes part in the Let's Beat Breast Cancer campaign, a global initiative led by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). Selected as one of fewer than 50 communities around the world, Peoria is proud to help raise awareness about evidence-based strategies that may help reduce the risk of breast cancer through healthy lifestyle choices.
Breast cancer remains one of the most common cancers affecting women. While not every case can be prevented, research continues to demonstrate that lifestyle choices can play an important role in reducing risk.
The Let's Beat Breast Cancer campaign highlights four key areas supported by scientific research:
• Eat a healthy, plant-based diet
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Stay physically active
• Limit alcohol consumption
This free community event brings together healthcare professionals, breast cancer survivors, community organizations, and local advocates for a morning of education, inspiration, and hope. Guests will enjoy inspiring speakers, survivor stories, educational resources, healthy food samples, giveaways, and the energetic sounds of Southside Steel as we come together to raise awareness about breast cancer prevention.
The rally takes place during the final Peoria RiverFront Market of the season, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy local vendors, fresh produce, live entertainment, and a morning dedicated to community wellness.
This isn't a fundraiser. It's a community movement focused on education, empowerment, and prevention.
We hope you'll join us as we work together to create a healthier future for our community.
DRUMLINES
Southside Steel is back and ready to bring the NOISE! If you've never experienced their high-energy performance, this is your chance.
Southside S.T.E.E.L.
LOCAL SPEAKERS
Stay tuned! We're currently finalizing an inspiring lineup of local healthcare professionals, community leaders, and breast cancer survivors who will share their expertise, experiences, and stories of hope.
Patti Yost - Event Host
RALLY SUPPORTERS
Supporter announcements coming soon! Interested in contributing to this year's rally? We'd love to hear from you.
Do you have questions? Do you have a story to share? Do you want to be part of our 2nd annual event? Contact me at plantpoweredpatti@gmail.com
Continue the Conversation: Virtual Cooking & Education Class
The event may be over, but the conversation doesn't stop there.
Join me on Sunday, October 4th, for a special virtual Food for Life cooking and education class focused on the role nutrition can play in breast cancer prevention and survivorship. Whether you're looking to reduce your risk, support a loved one, or simply learn more about the connection between food and health, this class is designed to empower you with practical, evidence-based information you can use right away.
From the comfort of your own home, you'll learn how specific foods and lifestyle choices may help reduce breast cancer risk while enjoying delicious, plant-based recipes designed to support long-term wellness.
This interactive Zoom class offers two ways to participate:
• Cook alongside me in your own kitchen
• Sit back, relax, and simply absorb the information
No matter which option you choose, you'll leave with valuable nutrition insights, recipes, resources, and inspiration to continue your journey toward better health.
The Power of Food for Breast Cancer Prevention & Survivorship
This one-session course explores the latest research on the relationship between diet and breast cancer risk. Together, we'll discuss evidence-based strategies for prevention, explore foods that support overall health, and prepare simple, satisfying recipes that put those principles into practice.
Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: Via Zoom — from the comfort of your own home
Reserve Your Spot
While our Food for Life classes are typically offered for $10 per participant, this special Let's Beat Breast Cancer class is being provided free of charge as part of our commitment to community education and prevention awareness.
To ensure everyone has time to shop and prepare, all registered participants will receive an ingredient list and class materials prior to the event.
Please RSVP by Thursday, October 1st at midnight. Registration will close at that time so ingredient lists can be distributed to all participants.
Whether you plan to cook alongside me or simply watch and learn, I'd love to have you join us!
Got a few minutes to spare? Give Dr. Kristi Funk a quick 16 minute listen!
*note: video is from 2020
Want more information?
Not local to Peoria, IL?
Please check out Letsbeatbreastcancer.org where you can download a free recipe book, gather more information, and find a local event near you! Remember, this is a global movement and these events will be happening all across the globe! Learn more about the 4-pronged approach to beating breast cancer, today!
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