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Jannie's Hope and Chicago White Sox Non-Smoking Lung Cancer Awareness Day

The Chicago White Sox and the Janice McArdle Cancer Research Foundation are teaming up for the second Non-Smoking Lung Cancer Awareness Day on June 10 at U. S. Cellular Field. 

What: Join us for the Non-Smoking Lung Cancer Awareness Day when the Chicago White Sox take on the Detroit Tigers.

When: Tuesday, June 10.

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Game time is 7:10 p.m.

The evening will begin with a special pre-game tailgate party from 5 to 7 p.m. in Lot “A” adjacent to U.S. Cellular Field. Former White Sox slugger Ron Kittle will be on hand to sign autographs and take pictures with Jannie’s Hope supporters.

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Where: U. S. Cellular Field

Cost: $22 (Outfield Reserved)

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“We want to get the word out about the non-smoking lung cancer,” said Dr. George McArdle, of Naperville. “We hope people can join us for the game and hopefully raise some funds for the foundation.”

McArdle started The Janice McArdle Cancer Research Foundation, “Jannie’s Hope,” in honor of his wife, Jannie, a vibrant and active non-smoker who lost her battle with lung cancer in 2008. Like many, Jannie and her family were shocked to learn she had an advanced stage of lung cancer, particularly because she was health conscious and didn’t smoke.

Knowing an early diagnosis could have provided a different outcome, Jannie’s family and friends are passionate about funding research so things will be different for others who have non-smoking lung cancer. To date, the organization has raised more than $250,000 for lung cancer research.

Besides the game, McArdle is hosting a pre-game tailgating party in Lot “A” adjacent to the ballpark. It is a family friendly event, so bring kids, friends and neighbors to celebrate Jannie McArdle and give hope to others. There will be complimentary food, beer, wine and soft drinks.

Tickets must be purchased through Jannie’s Hope to have proceeds donated to the Janice McArdle Cancer Research Foundation.

If you have any questions or want help ordering tickets, contact Tom Duffey, 612-251-9762, Tom@jannieshope.org;  or Judy Phillip, 630-846-5158, Judy@jannieshope.org.

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