Many senior citizens spend what should be their golden years dealing with complications from chronic illnesses such as diabetes, when in fact, many of these could be avoided by taking medication as directed. Medication adherence is one of the most critical health issues facing our nation. Even though 45 percent of Americans have one or more chronic conditions that require medication, one in three people never fill their prescriptions and three out of four don’t take their medications as directed, costing Americans $290 billion each year. According to sources provided by the California Diabetes Program, those 65 and older are more than twice as likely to have diabetes as younger American

Who hasn't ever worn a red dress out on the town? Uhhhh……..men? Why red? (You were thinking why would men be wearing a dress in the first place, perhaps?) That all changed Saturday night with Sacramento's first annual Red Dress Party. Men, as well as women, wore red dresses to a fundraiser/party at Badlands. The red ribbon worn on the lapel of people around the world, is commonly accepted as the international symbol of HIV/AIDS awareness. The Red Dress Party builds on that symbol of red. Over the last decade to raise awareness and funds to support organizations engaged in HIV/AIDS prevention, education, and care, Seattle and Portland have held sell-out events, requiring everyone, no m

They talk the talk, but can they walk the walk? A mile in heels, that is. Oh yes. On April 28, 2012, Capitol Mall will be over taken by 500 men who will complete the one-mile walk course wearing high heels – yes high heels. These men will represent our community – business leaders, elected officials, students, and more will join together to run, walk, and limp their way around the course while bringing an end to violence against women and raising funds for WEAVE. The event will feature a race day festival including vendors featuring food and lifestyle services, a wine and beer tent, awards ceremony and live entertainment. REGISTER NOW! The registration fee is $35 - this includes shoes, r

The Undy 5000 5K Run/Walk to fight colon cancer is coming to Sacramento for the first time ever. It will take place at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, at William Land Park, kicking off March, which is also Colon Cancer Awareness Month. The event is one of three Undy 5000 races in March. Participants are encouraged to run in their underwear as a tongue-in-cheek reference to the area affected by colon cancer. “We wanted to have a great start to Colon Cancer Awareness Month,” said Todd Setter, National Undy 5000 Event Director. “We know Sacramento will be a great host for the region’s first Undy 5000 event. A portion of the funds raised from the 2012 Sacramento Undy 5000 will be given to our

The Sacramento Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® is pleased to announce the selection of Paula Birdsong as its new executive director. Birdsong will take over for executive director Donna Sanderson who will retire in October. “Paula’s experience as the regional vice president of the American Cancer Society, California Division made her the ideal candidate for this position” said Sanderson. “She managed operations for 32 counties throughout California, all while improving the organization’s financial status and exceeding annual donor contributions. Her experiences will help Komen to continue providing outstanding breast health services and education while exploring new ways

The Sacramento Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure® will be recognizing the contributions of outstanding community partners on Sunday, October 9 at Arden Hills Resort & Spa, announced retiring Executive Director Donna Sanderson. “We are fortunate to have the support of outstanding community partners during my tenure as Executive Director of Komen Sacramento” said Sanderson. “The time has come to give them the public recognition they so richly deserve.” Among the award recipients will be: Joyce Raley Teel, co-chair of the Raley’s Board of Directors, who brought the full strength of  the Raley’s Family of Fine Stores resources to help in the fight against breast cancer.  Raley

Breasts have been bared in the name of art for as long as man has been making art. So why not create art in the name of breast health as well? That’s the idea behind the gallery show at 40 Acres Gallery located in Oak Park. The fourth annual Art Bra Show will run from Sept. 8-17. More than 150 pieces of art from 100 area artists will be featured. “Every year we increase the amount of art and quality,” said Kelly Siefkin, spokeswoman for Sacramento Food Bank and Family Services. “I think it’s really grown in terms of scope. A lot more people in the community are aware of it. A lot of people love attending it.” The Art Bra Show will feature sculptures, collages and paintings that are insp

The Sacramento Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has expanded its 17-county service area to now include Glenn and Tehama counties.   With this expansion, residents can now receive services in the neighboring city of Chico, California through the California Health Collaborative breast cancer program. “Our goal is to ensure that we are providing breast health services and education to as many people as possible,” said Donna Sanderson, executive director of the Komen Sacramento Affiliate.  “Glenn and Tehama counties are severely lacking in these services, that’s why it makes perfect sense for us to expand our program to help more individuals and ultimately save more lives.” Gl

Former NBA star Bobby Jackson and the Bobby Jackson Foundation will host the Third Annual Golf Tournament at Catta Verdera Country Club golf course in Lincoln, Calif. on Monday, Sept. 26. Jackson is committed to assisting children in California who have a parent who has had or currently has cancer. The Bobby Jackson Foundation Golf Tournament will advance his cause by raising funds for Susan G. Komen for the Cure® Sacramento Valley Affiliate and Camp Kesem. “I have long-admired the work that Susan G. Komen for the Cure has done right here in our community and am proud to support their efforts,” said Jackson. “It is also important to me to continue our partnership with Camp Kesem, an orga

Many of the women staying at WEAVE’s Safehouse have left their homes with only the clothes they are wearing. In their rush to escape they rarely have time to pack essentials like shampoo. Please help WEAVE provide comforting essentials to the women seeking refuge at our Safehouse. Help WEAVE Wash Away Domestic Violence. Purchase low-cost shampoo, conditioner, and lotion (an entire set of three is only $12! including tax and processing fee) through our Avon drive and you help in two ways: 1) Provide comforting essentials to the women and children in the Safehouse, 2) Fund life saving programs, because 30% of every sale is donated back to WEAVE by Avon. 300 bottles of shampoo, conditione

4,500 women will race in the Kaiser Women’s Fitness Festival benefiting WEAVE on Sunday, June 5th to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault. Now in its seventh year, the event is the largest women’s-only run in the region and runners travel from the Bay Area and the central valley to compete. WEAVE needs volunteers! Sign up now! All volunteers are required to attend a Mandatory Volunteer Training on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 - 6:30 PM at WEAVE. Volunteer shifts run in 3 – 5 hour blocks from Thursday, June 2nd to Sunday, June 5th. Questions? Contact Ashley. In full disclosure, this article was written by a WEAVE employee in the hopes of spreading the word far and

4,500 women will race in the Kaiser Women’s Fitness Festival benefiting WEAVE on Sunday, June 5th to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault. Now in its seventh year, the event is the largest women’s-only run in the region and runners travel from the Bay Area and the central valley to compete. WEAVE needs volunteers! Sign up now! All volunteers are required to attend a Mandatory Volunteer Training on Wednesday, June 1st from 5:30 - 6:30 PM at WEAVE. Volunteer shifts run in 3 – 5 hour blocks from Thursday, June 2nd to Sunday, June 5th. Questions? Contact Ashley. In full disclosure, this article was written by a WEAVE employee in the hopes of spreading the word far and

Stop by Rubicon Brewing Company tomorrow, Saturday April 16th, for the 5th Annual Women in Brewing Festival! Many talented female brewers have been invited to showcase their special recipes and hard to find brews at this event. Featured beers include special brews from Sierra Nevada, Lost Coast, Auburn Alehouse, Stone, Santa Cruz Mountain, Blue Frog, Moylan's, and more!  There will even be a silent auction with amazing prizes donated by local businesses. In 2007, the Rubicon Brewing Company established the Women in Brewing Festival in an effort to honor the hard working women, yes WOMEN, of the brewing industry. Rubicon Brewing Company is deticated to supporting WEAVE and raising awarene

WHAT is it? V-Day Sacramento 2011 refers to the 2011 Sacramento community production of The Vagina Monologues that will be held in April 2011. It is a project of Northern California Association for Women Take Back the Night based in Sacramento (Sacramento WTBN). In addition to bringing the local and international plight of women and girls to the forefront, the goals of V-Day Sacramento 2011 are to raise money to benefit local anti-violence organizations and to channel awareness into action. In 2011, the proceeds from the V-Day Sacramento 2011 production of “The Vagina Monologues” will benefit WEAVE, Sacramento Women Take Back the Night, and My Sister’s House. Learn more about V-Day, V-

The Sacramento Valley Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is seeking volunteers for the 15th Annual Komen Sacramento Race for the Cure. More than 1,000 volunteers are needed to make this year’s race a huge success. “Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the race starting April 30, 2011 through May 7, 2011,” said Donna Sanderson, executive director for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Sacramento Valley. “There are a variety of positions and shifts available from pre-race registration at Arden Fair Mall to distributing refreshments and water on race day at Cal Expo.” This year, more than 20,000 people are expected to make an impact against breast cancer in one of the region’s la

Calling all men! It’s time to strap on a pair of heels and Walk a Mile (or just down the block) in Her Shoes. Join Bob Shallit, Patrick Mulvaney, and other local media men, business owners, and leaders. They’re walking because they know that sexual assault affects women, the men who care about them, their families, friends, coworkers, and our communities. Statistically, someone you know could be a victim: your mother, grandmother, wife, sister, co-worker or friend. We invite the men of Sacramento to throw on a pair of high-heels and walk in an effort to increase awareness about sexual assault in our community. REGISTER NOW >> (Registration closes April 8th.) Or learn more here >> The wa

Chants and cheers from nearly 800 concerned citizens filled the Downtown Sacramento streets on February 22 as the “Mommy Tsunami” protest walk finished its final leg from Caesar Chavez Park to the California State Capitol. The walk began on February 19 in Yuba City, where a group of Generation Y moms began a 60 mile journey to the Capitol in protest of Governor Jerry Brown’s proposed $1 billion budget cut to services for people with developmental disabilities. Participants, families, employees and volunteers from disability advocacy and support groups joined in the rally sporting bright red t-shirts baring a large target that read “A Budget Target Again?” Their message is that the propose

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 1 in 4 teens report verbal, physical, emotional, or sexual abuse from the person they are dating. WEAVE has partnered with local businesses to raise awareness of this growing problem. During the month of February, make a donation at one of the participating businesses and receive your "Hearts Are Not for Breaking" button. 100% of funds raised through the “Hearts Are Not for Breaking” campaign will support WEAVE’s services and programs. Join our "Hearts Are Not for Breaking" campaign and help raise awareness of the important but often overlooked issue of teen dating violence. For more information visit http://www.weaveinc.org/just-teens tod

Roz Savage is the type of person who, when her mind is made up, does things 110 percent. Nearly 400 people listened intently as Savage shared her remarkable story at Sacramento State’s University Union Ballroom Thursday night. About 10 years ago, Savage penned two versions of her own obituary – one that she hoped for and the other realistically depicting what she was heading for. She said she realized her life was drifting off course and toward a legacy that would leave her unfulfilled. Gradually, Savage began to let go of what she referred to as her security blankets. She moved out of her home in London, quit her job as an office worker and claimed that she began to find “happiness in w

Pedestrian traffic may have appeared somewhat peculiar in Midtown on Saturday. Merry crowds of golfers, and a pirate or two, took to the streets in droves for the first annual Albie Puttin’ Pub and Putt Crawl presented by Go-Girl Energy Drink. Tickets were $25 for walk-ups and $20 for those who preregistered. All proceeds from the event went straight to Albie Aware Inc., a foundation dedicated to supporting women struggling with breast cancer. Executive Director Cindy Love, was a close friend to Albie Carson. The foundation was formed after Carson died of breast cancer in 2002. “We started the foundation because she was not given the proper testing after she was diagnosed, and we would