Sprint for Life

Is Sprint for Life part of the Cancer Conference?

Sprint for Life is a separate event from the Cancer Symposium. But it’s happening right beside us! 

We created the conference schedule to encourage participation in Sprint for Life. We encourage you to sign up and participate as part of the cancer continuum of care. Saturday, May 3, 2025 day of the Cancer Conference will beginning at 10 AM as the Sprint for Life event is concluding.

Saturday Clothing

Let’s all dress relaxed …   It’s a Saturday!  Please come to the Cancer Conference is your casual athletic wear on Saturday. Wear your Sprint for Life gear to show your participation and fun.

Saturday Parking

Streets will be closed for this event. Parking will be available, but may take extra time. Please plan accordingly. Closer to the event we and Sprint for Life will update parking options.

Sprint for Life Info

Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death from gynecologic cancers, according to the National Cancer Institute.  Unfortunately, because there is no screening or early detection test available and ovarian cancer symptoms are subtle, only about 20% of ovarian tumors are detected before they have progressed to an advanced stage.  On Race Day, survivors, their families and friends, businesses and MD Anderson employees come together to achieve two goals: raise funds for research and increase awareness of  ovarian cancer and its symptoms.

The 28th Annual Sprint for Life 5K and Sprint for Sprouts Kids' Run will take place in the Texas Medical Center (TMC) near MD Anderson campus on May 3, 2025.  Online registration will open soon.  Complimentary registration for the first 100 ovarian cancer survivors and one caregiver. 

For info: https://www.mdanderson.org/donors-volunteers/other-ways-to-help/attend-events/sprint-for-life.html

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at GynOncCommunityRelations@mdanderson.org

Place

The Sprint for Life 5K takes place on the MD Anderson Cancer Center campus, running or walking through the Texas Medical Center and finishing on the MD Anderson "Prairie" for a celebration! Streets will be closed for this event, and parking will be available.