Woman runs in full gear to raise awareness for firefighters battling cancer

LOS ANGELES (FOX 11) - Peggy Abundiz runs with 50 pounds of firefighting gear to raise awareness and money for firefighters battling cancer.

National studies indicate firefighters have higher rates of cancer than the rest of us because of the toxic fumes they're exposed to while fighting fires.

That's why Peggy is taking on such a difficult challenge across the country.

Watch the video above to learn more about Code 3 For A Cure.