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Press release and provided photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Batavia, NY \u2014 Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation (WROTBC) and Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel are proud to announce the success of their 2025 Movember campaign. With an initial fundraising goal of $500, employees, board members, and community supporters rallied together and raised $1,250, surpassing the goal by $750.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Throughout November, staff members participated by growing mustaches and beards, raising funds, and helping spark vital conversations about men\u2019s health, an issue that affects millions of men and families every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Byron W. Brown, President & CEO said, \u201cI was honored to stand with the men and women of Batavia Downs who care deeply about the importance of Men\u2019s Health. I want to thank all those who donated and wish everyone a blessed Holiday Season.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Those wishing to support this important cause can visit https:\/\/us.movember.com\/team\/2458020 <\/a>prior to December 10, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Men\u2019s Health Awareness Matters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men face a number of significant and often under-recognized health challenges. National and global Movember data highlight the urgency of the issue:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Testicular cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in young men aged 15 to 34.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 On average, men live five years shorter than women, often due to preventable or treatable conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Many men avoid checkups or delay seeking help for both physical and mental health concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movember works to change these statistics by breaking stigma, encouraging early detection, and funding lifesaving research and men\u2019s health initiatives across the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where the Donations Go<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The $1,250 raised will directly support Movember\u2019s global programs, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prostate Cancer Programs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Improved diagnostic tools<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Research for less invasive treatments<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Patient support services<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Testicular Cancer Initiatives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Education for younger men<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Survivorship resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Clinical outcome research<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Men\u2019s Mental Health Initiatives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Community programs that strengthen connection<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Resources that encourage men to seek support<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Initiatives promoting open conversations about mental well-being<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Global Men\u2019s Health Innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 New approaches to engaging men in their healthcare<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Long-term health improvement projects<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Commitment to Community<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

WROTBC and Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel remain committed to fostering community engagement and supporting charitable causes through employee-driven fundraisers, awareness campaigns, and on-site events. The success of this year\u2019s Movember effort reflects the organization\u2019s dedication to promoting wellness, raising awareness, and creating opportunities for employees, board members, and community members to come together in support of meaningful causes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Press release and provided photo Batavia, NY \u2014 Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation (WROTBC) and Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel are proud to announce the success of their 2025 Movember campaign. With an initial fundraising goal of $500, employees, board members, and community supporters rallied together and raised $1,250, surpassing \u2026<\/p>\n

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