Bras Across the Kaw is a Lawrence, KS event sponsored by the Health Care Access Clinic. With more than 800 bras strung across the Kansas River bridge volunteers hope to raise awareness about breast cancer, honor the memory of those who have lost their lives, and encourage regular breast cancer screenings to aide in early detection.The Health Care Access Clinic's aim is "to help facilitate access to health services for Douglas County residents with limited financial means who are not covered by private or governmental insurance programs." If you or anyone you know is interested in obtaining breast cancer screenings from the Health Care Access Clinic please visit their website for details. If you would like more information about breast cancer awareness go to BreastCancer.org.posted by: Tricia Rock " />Bras Across the Kaw | The Rathaus

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Bras Across the Kaw is a Lawrence, KS event sponsored by the Health Care Access Clinic. With more than 800 bras strung across the Kansas River bridge volunteers hope to raise awareness about breast cancer, honor the memory of those who have lost their lives, and encourage regular breast cancer screenings to aide in early detection.

The Health Care Access Clinic’s aim is “to help facilitate access to health services for Douglas County residents with limited financial means who are not covered by private or governmental insurance programs.” If you or anyone you know is interested in obtaining breast cancer screenings from the Health Care Access Clinic please visit their website for details. If you would like more information about breast cancer awareness go to BreastCancer.org.

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