LEWISTON — Nominations are now being accepted for the Amgen Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Award. Amgen, the title sponsor of the annual Dempsey Challenge, will present the award during Dempsey Challenge weekend on Oct. 13-14.

The criteria for nominees are as follows:

* Individual is a cancer survivor

* Individual lives and/or ‘helps others’ in the Central Maine Region

* Individual demonstrates passion for helping others diagnosed with cancer

* Individual is actively involved in community outreach

* Individual inspires others by their demonstrated passion

“Amgen created Breakaway from Cancer in 2005 with a mission to help connect cancer patients and their loved ones to support and resources, like those offered by the Dempsey Center,” said Bob Azelby, vice president and general manager, Amgen Oncology. “Amgen is proud to sponsor this year’s Dempsey Challenge and also honor a local inspirational cancer survivor with the Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Award.”

The winner will play a significant role during the event weekend including sharing their story during opening ceremonies, leading cancer survivors and caregivers in the Amgen Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Walk and addressing top fundraisers and special guests at the Champions for Hope celebration.

“The Breakaway from Cancer Survivor Award recognizes the importance of survivors sharing their stories and strength with others who are impacted by cancer,” said Aimee Arsenault, Dempsey Challenge event manager. “Thanks to Amgen, we are able to honor these special individuals who work toward a goal that’s shared by the Dempsey Challenge — ensuring that no one is alone in their cancer journey.”

Past winners include Laura Davis in 2011, Scott Thomas in 2010 and co-winners Carlene Sperry and Allen P. Lariviere in 2009.

Nominations will be accepted until Aug. 31 and may be submitted though www.dempseychallenge.org, faxed to 755-5872 or mailed to Samantha Brooks c/o Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St., Lewiston, ME.

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