Churchill Downs, which hosts the annual Kentucky Derby, is partnering with the Louisville, Ky.-based Norton Cancer Institute to collaborate on a women's breast health program to assist those undergoing breast cancer treatment, according to the Paulick Report.
Under the terms of the partnership, Churchill Downs will donate $50,000 toward the institute's Breast Health Program to help cover the costs of at least 500 treatments involving the DigniCap scalp cooling system, which helps prevent hair loss associated with chemotherapy.
"The caregivers at Norton Cancer Institute are all about giving hope to people fighting cancer," said Lynnie Meyer, RN, senior vice president of women's and children's community partnerships at the Norton Cancer Institute. "The Kentucky Oaks Survivor's Parade celebrates the hope that every cancer patient has — no matter their stage of treatment. We're honored to be a part of this year's event."