Life Guard Imaging Celebrates Patient Cindy Withers Throwing Ceremonial First Pitch at New York Yankees Spring Training Game

Life Guard Imaging Celebrates Patient Cindy Withers Throwing Ceremonial First Pitch at New York Yankees Spring Training Game

Life Guard Imaging proudly celebrated the remarkable journey of patient and kidney cancer survivor Cindy Withers at the New York Yankees Spring Training game against the Baltimore Orioles on March 11, 2024. The event showcased Withers' resilience and courage as she took center stage to throw the ceremonial first pitch. Life Guard Imaging, a leading provider of preventative imaging services, was honored to serve as the presenting sponsor for this inspiring occasion.

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Cindy Withers and New York Yankees catcher Ben Rice (Photo: Business Wire)

Cindy Withers, a devoted mother of three and grandmother of nine, has faced the challenges of kidney cancer with unwavering determination and grace. Cindy's battle with kidney cancer began when a full body scan at Life Guard Imaging revealed a softball-sized tumor. Thanks to the early detection provided by their innovative imaging services, Cindy was able to swiftly pursue treatment and ultimately overcome her illness.

"We are thrilled to see Cindy Withers take center stage at the Yankees Spring Training game," said Martin Gramatica, VP of Business Development for Life Guard Imaging. "Her story underscores the critical role that regular screenings and early detection play in defeating cancer. Life Guard Imaging is honored to have been a part of Cindy's journey towards recovery, and we are immensely proud of her courage and resilience."

The New York Yankees Spring Training game provided the perfect platform to honor Withers' triumph over adversity. Surrounded by cheering fans and supported by her husband, Ernie, Withers stepped onto the field to throw the ceremonial first pitch, symbolizing her victory over kidney cancer and her unwavering spirit.

"I am deeply grateful to Life Guard Imaging for their support and for giving me this incredible opportunity to share my story," said Cindy Withers. "Surviving kidney cancer has been a challenging journey, but with the love of my family and the support of organizations like Life Guard Imaging, I have emerged stronger than ever. Today, I stand before you as a testament to the power of early detection."

Life Guard Imaging remains dedicated to preventative healthcare and supporting patients like Cindy Withers in their fight against cancer and other health conditions. Through innovative imaging services and community engagement initiatives, Life Guard Imaging continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.

For more information about Life Guard Imaging and their commitment to patient care, please visit www.lifeguardimaging.com.

About Life Guard Imaging

Life Guard Imaging is the Tampa Bay region's premier facility for preventative imaging scans and one of only a handful of its kind in the nation. Their high accuracy, low dosage CT scanners aid in the early detection of deadly cancers and heart disease. Since opening its doors in 2021, LGI has been a beacon of hope to the Tampa Bay community, offering over a million dollars in free scans every year. LGI's motivation is to save as many lives as possible and prevent the tragedy of losing a loved one to these deadly diseases. In the spirit of altruism and camaraderie Life Guard Imaging will be offering free heart scans to the devoted fans of the New York Yankees at the booth for each home game this Spring. Life Guard Imaging opened in Phoenix, Arizona this past October, their first location in the Valley of the Sun.

Dayana McPherson
Email: dayana@lifeguardimaging.com
Phone: 813-524-1010 ext. 5181

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