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Purcellville Welcomes Loudoun Lyme 5K Race Sunday
For a third year, the race has been organized to raise awareness about Lyme and its impacts.
DryHome Roofing and Siding has planned the 3rd Annual Loudoun Lyme 5K/1M Sunday, May 19, at Loudoun Valley High School in Purcellville to raise awareness and money to help find a cure for Lyme disease.
Lyme is the number one tick-borne illness in the U.S., and affects Loudoun County more than any other county in Virginia. In fact, Loudoun is home to the third-largest number of Lyme cases in the United States. DryHome Roofing and Siding owner Steve Gotschi started the race/walk after watching his wife and many friends battle the disease.
The Loudoun Lyme 5K also features a 1M family walk and informational fair to educate the public about the disease, its causes and treatments. Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. and the race starts at 8 a.m. The fair ends at 11 a.m.
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The race costs $35 for adults and $20 for children. The fair is free. Proceeds benefit the National Capital Lyme Disease Association, a nonprofit offering education and support.
Loudoun Valley High School
340 North Maple Ave.
Purcellville, VA 20132
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