Relay for Life Lancaster takes steps to end cancer [Video]

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. — The American Cancer Society Relay for Life Lancaster stepped off at the Conestoga Valley High School Friday morning and will continue throughout the evening to raise awareness of different forms of cancer and try to put an end to it. Around 400 survivors, caregivers, family, and friends came out to walk the track in honor of those who beat the disease and those who passed. 

“The American Cancer Society uses dollars to fund research and programs for patients and their families,” said Jasmine Rakszawski with Relay for Life. 

The funding goes towards conducting breakthrough research, providing education, essential services to patients and advocating for the needs of cancer patients throughout their journey. Rakszawski said that support is needed because cancer has impacted people in many ways. 

“Cancer affects everyone. …