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Mangano Encourages Long Islanders To Walk For Hope In Cancer Cares 13th Annual Lung Cancer Walk

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By Published: October 21 2015

LongIsland.com

Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano and Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein presented a Proclamation in honor of the 13th Annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope to Ms. Kim Pellizzi of CancerCare®.

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Long Island, NY - October 20, 2015 - Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano (left) and Health Commissioner Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein presented a Proclamation in honor of the 13th Annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope to Ms. Kim Pellizzi of CancerCare®.

Founded in 1944, CancerCare® is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts.

County Executive Mangano reminds all residents that the 13th Annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope is taking place on November 8th at the Town of Oyster Bay’s Golf Course. Mr. Mangano encourages anyone interested in walking or supporting the event to visit their website or call the Long Island office at 516-364-8130.