Indianapolis, Indiana: June 13, 2007

All girls like pink. But to up-and-coming Formula BMW race car driver Lindsey Adams, the color pink means winning both races on the track and with her mom’s fight against breast cancer. At her stop this weekend to race the Formula BMW USA series at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Adams will shine up her pink race car, put on her pink helmet and race for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Her message is simple and it’s what saved her mom’s life right after Lindsey was born 20 years ago when she was diagnosed with breast cancer – regular annual mammograms and taking early action save lives.

Adams and Team Apex USA have dedicated this year’s racing season to raising awareness about breast cancer and to recognizing a survivor from every city she races in by inducting them into the Lindsey Adams Racing Survivors’ Circle. Indianapolis attorney and two-year breast cancer survivor Phyllis Garrison will join the Survivors’ Circle this weekend in celebration of her achievement. The Indianapolis Survivors’ Circle event is supported by local breast biopsy device maker Suros Surgical Systems, Inc.

"People think it takes a lot of courage to be a race car driver, but I know it takes considerably more courage to fight and survive breast cancer," said the 20-year-old racer from Richardson, Texas. "My goal in working with the National Breast Cancer Foundation is not only to raise awareness but also to promote early detection and early action. Phyllis is the perfect example and a witness to survival of someone that was faced with a life-changing disease. She gave it her all and with the support of her friends and family, fought back successfully. I hope that all women battling the disease of breast cancer will follow in Phyllis’ footsteps by being committed to their health and get an annual mammogram."

Garrison was diagnosed with breast cancer after discovering a lump in her left breast more than two years ago. Cancerous and non-cancerous lesions were found in both breasts, resulting in a treatment plan that required surgical removal of both breasts. Yet Garrison considers herself as "one of the lucky ones."

"My cancer was detected early because I had regular annual mammograms," Garrison said. "Being a survivor means I can be here for my husband, children and friends to continue to do God’s work." Garrison will join the Survivors’ Circle during a special presentation on Saturday, June 16, at 9:30 a.m. at the Plaza Chalet behind the Pagoda. Media are invited to attend.