Most people know someone affected by breast cancer. The latest Cancer Council statistics show one in every nine women – that is sisters, aunties, daughters, mums, grandmothers (you get the idea…), will be diagnosed with the disease by the age of 85.
It’s sobering but such news illustrates the critical nature of ongoing research in the field.
As Australians we continue to lead the way in our efforts to help fight breast cancer. For nearly two decades October has been the month where men and women across the country paint the town pink and get behind Pink Ribbon Day.
And this year is no different. The official date falls on Monday, October 24. But in addition to buying a pink ribbon pin, you may want to show your support to those suffering from breast cancer and perhaps protect future generations of women by getting involved in another way. It’s not too late!
You could sell Pink Ribbon Merchandise such as funky tees after school or make a social event of it and get together (perhaps with other mums and dads) to host a morning tea or, for working parents, why not hold a wear pink day in the office? But if like so many mums and dads, you’re time poor, a simple donation is also a pretty effective way to say, girlfriends, I still care!
For more information on Pink Ribbon Day go to - www.pinkribbonday.com.au
Have you ever been involved with Pink Ribbon or another charity event? What was your experience like?
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