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If there is anyone from Michigan on this site I would like to share a piece of information with you. On september 22nd there will be a walk for Obesity at potters park zoo in Lansing MI. There is a registration fee but I am not sure how much yet and what time it starts. If anyone that lives close to lansing would like to come please private message me and I can get you more info when I know. This walk for obesity actually gives the proceeds to patients who are overweight and don't have insurance and cannot afford the surgery. Its amazing what they are doing! :)

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I'm in Chicago. Lansing isn't that far and I'd love to do it. I feel for people whom can't afford it or don't have insurance. I'm blessed to have a public service employed husband who has phenomenal insurance. I didn't even have a copay. Not one red cent for NY surgery. Even got my Vitamins covered!

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I am originally from Michigan and there is a good possibility I will be there at that time. Would love to participate if I can. I will be coming from Oakland County. If you find out any more details please post them. Thanks

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The walk from obesity is on september 22nd at potters park zoo in lansing mi. Registration starts at 9am and the walk starts at 10 am. You can do 1, 2, or 3 mile walks. Its 25 dollars to register online ...not sure what the cut off date is to do so online...but u can also register at the walk for 35 dollars. The website is www.walkfromobesity.donordrive.com/event/lansing2012

Hope to see some michigan people there! Its for a great cause!

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