RUMFORD – WalkAmerica, the walk to save babies, will take place at 9 a.m. Sunday, May 6, at Hosmer Track and Field Facility. WalkAmerica supports the March of Dimes fight to save babies from premature birth – the leading killer of newborns – and from other serious threats to infant health.

“The babies in the Mountain Valley need our help,” said Darla Sanford, 2007 WalkAmerica chairwoman. “By being a part of WalkAmerica, we can help save babies and give hope to families. We can help give all babies the gift of a healthy start,” she added.

More than half a million babies are born too soon every year. Many die. More than 120,000 babies are born with serious birth defects that can mean a lifetime disability.

“Last year Mountain Valley raised an impressive $12,522 to help find the causes of premature birth. Our goal this year is to reach $13,350,” said Sanford.

For more information about WalkAmerica or to join the event at Mountain Valley, visit walkamerica.org or call 1-800-525-WALK. For more information on MD, visit marchofdimes.com.