Central Georgia Diagnostics Holds 15^th Annual Reindeer Run & Santa Stroll

 

 

 

By Amanda Smith

 

The Central Georgia Diagnostics Division of the Medical Center of Central Georgia will hold its 15^th annual Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll on December 1, 2007.  All proceeds from this year’s race will fund new lifesaving equipment and services at The Children’s Hospital.

Trophies and ribbons will be presented to the winners of the Reindeer Run, which is a 5K Run/Walk that begins at 8:30am sharp.  The 1 mile Santa Stroll begins at 9:00am.

Last year's Reindeer Run

The leader in pediatric healthcare for Central and South Georgia for many years, The Children’s Hospital serves over 45,000 children each year from more than 29 counties.  This 112-bed facility provides care to children from infancy to 17 years in age regardless of their ability to pay.

Santa and Mrs. Claus with last year's Santa Stroll participants

In past years, the Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll have made it possible to complete projects at The Children’s Hospital such as the expansion of the Neonatal Intensive Care Nursery by six beds.  This nursery makes it possible for infants born as early as 23 weeks and weighing less than a pound survive and become healthy toddlers.  Just last month (October 2007), the HOPE for Kids (Hematology Oncology Place of Excellence) opened its doors to children diagnosed with cancer and blood disorders.

Proceeds from this year’s race will fund new lifesaving equipment and services for The Children’s Hospital and in the future, expansion of intermediate care services and new technologically advanced, child-friendly equipment.  The Children’s Hospital relies on donations to continue to provide the possible healthcare for the smallest of Central Georgia residents.

Participants may come early on race day to register or pick up registration forms for the Reindeer Run and Santa Stroll at

·        Run Fit Sports, 4524 Forsyth Rd., Macon

·        The Wellness Center, 3797 Northside Drive, Macon

·        Subway Restaurant, 883 Pine Street, Macon

5K Run participants may come early race day or pick up a race packet at

·        Dick’s Sporting Goods, 4645 Presidential Pkwy, Macon on Thursday, Nov. 29^th from 5pm until 8pm or on Friday, Nov. 30^th from 10am until 2pm.