2021 FCS Virtual 5K
October 9, 2021 @ 12:00AM — October 16, 2021 @ 11:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
100% of FCS Run for Rare proceeds will support the FCS Foundation! The FCS Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization run solely by volunteers. The mission of the FCS foundation is to establish a global support network to promote advocacy and education for patients and caregivers living with FCS. The FCS Foundation provides patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers the opportunity to identify and support best treatments, disseminate meaningful lifestyle management tools, and develop more accurate diagnostic systems for individuals. Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) is a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder that prevents the body from digesting lipids. This disease frequently leads to symptoms such as pancreatitis — a very serious condition that causes inflammation of the pancreas and can lead to death. Check out the FCS website for additional resources and information at https://livingwithfcs.org/.
The virtual 5k walk or run must be completed within the week of October 9 to October 16. The virtual 5k walk or run can be completed anywhere you choose-it just must be a continuous 3.1 miles! The final deadline to submit race results is October 16th at 11:00pm (EST).
Record your 5k walk or run with any tracking app or watch (Fitbit, Garmin, Apple watch, Map my Run, Stava, etc.). Submit to lindseysutton@livingwithfcs.org by 11:00pm est.
**Snap a selfie or a group picture during your walk or run to #FCSRunForRare for a chance to win prizes!