Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness

Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness

The Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness is a timed run, or it can be walked at your leisure. It is hosted by the Christina Bohn Foundation. The Christina Bohn Foundation is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to raising awareness of and supporting those with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) and Premenstrual Exacerbation (PME).

Event Details

• Date: October 17, 2026
• Location: Twin Lakes Recreation Area, Columbia, MO
• Website: Race Registration
• Type: Timed run/walk

About Christina Bohn

This is the third annual Christina Bohn Memorial 5K for PMDD Awareness. We are celebrating the third anniversary of Missouri's PMDD Awareness Day, which is on Christina's birthday, October 2. On November 3, 2021, Christina died by suicide. She was 33 years old, the mother of two young children, had been a thoracic ICU nurse, and was a classically trained vocalist and pianist. Her loving and kind nature endeared her to everyone who knew her. For more than eleven years, she battled a relentless and debilitating cycle of depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and hopelessness.

Understanding PMDD

Christina's story is heartbreaking, and, sadly, it is common among PMDD sufferers. PMDD is a cyclical, hormone-based mood disorder, often so severe and debilitating that over 30% of sufferers will not just consider, but attempt to end their own lives. PMDD affects millions of women worldwide, but many will go undiagnosed and untreated for decades, just like Christina.

• Diagnosis Delay: The average wait for an accurate diagnosis of PMDD is 12 years.
• Awareness Issues: Many suffer due to stigma, lack of awareness, and research.
• Support Need: Thank you for participating in this 5K run/walk and for supporting the Christina Bohn Foundation.
• Mission: We cannot lose more incredible women like Christina to this condition.

Awards and Recognition

This is a timed, Trail Sisters Approved 5k run/walk. Medals will be awarded to the top three finishers in each category. We will also recognize the top female and male finishers.

Pregnancy and Postpartum Policy

Pregnancy and Postpartum Policy: Whether planned or unplanned, an expected or unexpected start or end to a pregnancy, healing and recovery time are required for a woman's overall health. Trail Sisters recommends at least one to two years deferral depending on the race distance. If you have started or ended a pregnancy after having registered for this 5K, we will be happy to refund your money.