Komen for the Cure to distribute $1.1 million to Sacramento area health programs

Susan G. Komen for the Cure will grant more than $1.1 million to 23 Northern California groups for programs in breast cancer detection, education and supportive services. The grant money is part of the $2.2 million raised last May during the annual Komen Sacramento Race for the Cure, which drew more than 20,000 participants. The groups include: Boat People S.O.S., Breaking Barriers, CommuniCare Health Centers, Health Education Council, and the Northern California PET Imaging Center.