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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Cancer affects children and young people in different ways to adults. From the type of cancer they have, to when they’re diagnosed, to how and where they’re treated. This means that children and young people with cancer need tailored care from people who understand them. They need the right kind of treatment, at the right time, in the right place. So they have the best possible chance to get well and get on with their lives. Help raise awareness, please share and visit: https://lnkd.in/gC442-T #cancer #cancerawareness #cancertreatment #cancerprevention

As many of you know my wife Jackie Acho was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer in February 2020 and until her passing in December 2022 she shared her journey through a series of beautifully written blog posts. The reaction to the blog was very positive and she chose to compile her writing into a draft book before her passing. I am very pleased to share that the book, Cancer Culture: Transforming the Landscape Through Empathy, is being released today (please see below for an overview). She hoped that by sharing her experience she would help others impacted by cancer and we hope this book can be another wonderful part of her legacy. If you'd like to learn more about the book you can find further information here:  www.cancerculturebook.com. The book is available on Amazon at https://lnkd.in/gHFpPCHB and the eBook is available during launch week for $1.99.  All proceeds from book sales will be donated to the Jackie Acho Fund for Empathetic Cancer Care and will be used to support others who are on a cancer journey. Thank you for reading this post and sharing this with people that might benefit from reading the book. With gratitude John Book Overview This book is many things are once. It is a guide to: avoiding cancer; managing side effects and thriving during cancer treatment; complementary treatments that can supplement and make traditional Western treatments more effective; staying sane, alive, and positive during the journey; and facing the end of life with an open, positive frame of mind. How we prevent and treat cancer falls woefully short of what we need as humans. This book is a manifesto on rethinking cancer care to make it more effective and sheds light on how empathy is the compass we need to turn the situation around.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. At Mikey's Miracle Foundation, we are dedicated to keeping you informed about the latest research and information about cervical cancer. Key Statistics: It is estimated that in 2024... - About 13,820 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed in the US. - About 4,360 women will die from cervical cancer in the US. Cervical cancer is most frequently diagnosed in women between the ages of 35 and 44, with the average age being 50. It rarely develops in women younger than 20. Many older women don't realize that they are still at risk of developing cervical cancer as they age. More than 20% of cervical cancers are found in women over 65. However, these cancers rarely occur in women who have been getting regular tests to screen for cervical cancer before they were 65. Source: American Cancer Society, About Cervical Cancer, https://lnkd.in/gui8r8mx --- If you're looking to get involved in the fight against Cervical Cancer, MMF offers several ways to make a difference. You can nominate a cancer survivor, become a volunteer or ambassador, send a kind word to someone fighting cancer, make a one-time or monthly donation, or spread awareness on social media. To learn more about Mikey's Miracle Foundation, visit https://lnkd.in/gd5X9Rwh.

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our latest Instagram Competition: Enter to Win with Doctor Greene's and Breast Cancer Ireland. At Doctor Greene's, we’re passionate about supporting causes that make a difference. That's why we're teaming up with Breast Cancer Ireland for their upcoming Very Pink Runs: 👣👟31st of August - Leopardstown,Dublin 👣👟1st of September - The Watershed ,Kilkenny 👣👟8th of September - NTU, Cork In honor of this incredible event, we’re giving you the chance to win an amazing prize by entering our special competition. How to Enter: 1. Follow @doctorgreenes & @breastcancerireland on Instagram. 2. Like the compeition post 3. Tag 3 of your friends to follow us 4. Share the compeition post & tag us and @breastcancerireland showing your support for the Very Pink Run. What You Could Win: One lucky winner will receive an exclusive Doctor Greene's footcare package worth €100, perfect for keeping your feet happy and healthy, whether you're running the race or cheering from the sidelines. Why Enter? By entering our competition, you're not just in the running for an incredible prize – you're also helping to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Ireland. Every tag and every post brings us one step closer to a cure. Join Us in the Fight Against Breast Cancer! Mark your calendars for August 31st, September 1st & 8th and show your support by participating in the Very Pink Run. Don’t forget to share your journey on Instagram and tag us for your chance to win. Together, we can make a difference, one step at a time. Competition Entry Deadline: September 15th 2024

https://lnkd.in/gpJR_eUN Cancer Survivorship.. When a person is diagnosed with cancer, the depth of his/her pain, fear and anguish can not be described. It can only be felt from the depths of the heart. This fear of pain and uncertainty makes them and the family weak. But, there is always a ray of hope. The timely decisions and the right way to fight along with the support of family and doctors make these patients warriors. They know that they have to fight to the hilt and warriors never quit.  And when these warriors fight and win, they are called survivors. To me they are still warriors because they have won the toughest war in their lives.   During the journey of this fight, they have different experiences and stories to tell.  I always cherish to hear their experiences and stories.  We all can come together to hear the experiences, and stories from each other. These experiences and stories will also encourage the present patients, who are undergoing treatment and fighting the battle.  In this endeavor, We planned to launch this community. Let's Hit the CANCER for Six "6". Here we all can come together to share our journey, experiences and success. This will also act as a platform to encourage and help the newly diagnosed patients, who are undergoing treatment. We all can try to guide them in their treatment journey and management of effects and side effects. I invite you all to join the community. The acceptance is purely your wish and you can withdraw, at your will.   Let's create the best environment to guide and help others. You can share this with people who care about Cancer Patients. https://lnkd.in/gr79ebeQ

Another lovely article from Amy Atkinson as she prepares to take on another Walk of Light for Blood Cancer UK "With every step we take, with every penny we raise, we are moving towards a world where we can beat blood cancer." Read the article using the link below. https://lnkd.in/gkd3VRmt

Meet Tiffany Honken! We've only met once in person and probably should change that. Tiff and I were introduced because we were in the same part of the cancer world. She is also an MD Anderson patient and it helps immensely to talk to someone that has seen and done that before. She helped ease me into becoming a patient in Texas. She also graciously got me a CD when I forgot to pick it up before I came home in September from MD Anderson. That is what we do for each other. We help where we can and we are a shoulder when we need to be. Being a cancer patient isn't easy, but when we find friends that are going through the same things as you are - you hold onto them tightly 💙 I love you Tiff - to the 🌙 and back! For those of you that are late to the game - Fight Colorectal Cancer community of advocates have adopted the “strong arm” as a way to show we fight relentlessly against colorectal cancer and will not back down until there’s a cure. You can do this too! Either send me your photo with your #strongarmselfie or you can post it on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter)! Show your support in the fight against colorectal cancer by snapping a #strongarmselfie . It is an easy, fun way to raise awareness for colorectal cancer. It’s also a fun way to get your co-workers, team, neighbors, friends and family involved. Over the years, we’ve seen thousands of strong arms — and for each post, $1 is donated to the fight against colorectal cancer. #prioritizecrc #prioritizecrcresearch #relentlesschampionsofhope #relentlesschampions #ColorectalCancerAwarenessMonth #ColorectalCancerAwareness #colorectalcancersurvivor #getyourdamncolonoscopy #welcometotheshitshow #colonoscopiesarebetterthancoloncancer #dontbelikeashley #ScreeningsSaveLives Fight Colorectal Cancer

Blood Cancer Awareness Month 2024 September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the challenges faced by those affected by blood cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Blood cancers account for around 10% of all cancer diagnoses in the UK, impacting thousands of lives each year. This month, let’s come together to raise awareness, support research, and advocate for better treatments and care. How You Can Help: Educate Yourself and Others: Learn about the different types of blood cancers and share this knowledge with your network. Support Research: Consider donating to organisations dedicated to blood cancer research and patient support. Be a Lifeline: Register as a blood or bone marrow donor. Your donation could save a life. Share Stories: If you or someone you know has been affected by blood cancer, share your story to inspire and inform others. Together, we can make a difference. Let’s stand in solidarity with those battling blood cancer and work towards a future where these diseases are a thing of the past. #SayBloodCancer #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth #SupportResearch #SaveLives #BloodCancerUK https://lnkd.in/eSq4JXMs

September 1, 2024 will mark my 19th “Cancerversary” – the anniversary of the day I was initially told “you have lung cancer.” It’s a bittersweet occasion. It’s weird in part because I’m now the longest living male lung cancer survivor that I’ve known, (Frances may have me beat, but I really don’t know) and weird because, while I know a few women survivors that are still alive and were diagnosed before me, their numbers are pretty small. It’s weird too because, in the past few years, we’ve lost many of the people I considered my peers in this effort to stay alive. They were giants, and their deaths ripped holes in my heart. Cliff, Laura, Anita, Linnea, Gretta, Tracy, Don, Molly, Ivy, Frank, Dann, Gina, Dave, Rick, Andy, Christian, Joan - and the list could go on. We have lost lions to this disease. But, maybe, just maybe, that could be changing. Not soon enough for too many, but, maybe? For those that are still here since receiving a diagnosis, I have two asks. First, can you please, please, please take a few minutes to visit this site: gkc.go2.org/pages/LCEN Check out what we’re doing, and please, take the survey. It just takes a few minutes, but it’s important. Second, please, please, please, share information about the Lung Cancer Engagement Network (LCEN) and this site with others you know. We need to get 1,000 people to take this survey in a very short period of time, and the only way that’s going to happen is if everyone helps. The other thing I would ask of you is to talk to people you know about the value of lung cancer screening. It’s the one thing we can really do to decrease the number of people we lose every year – finding lung cancer early through annual screening is the single best way to do that, and it’s just a matter of getting people to do it! It’s 10 minutes, once a year, and you don’t need to take your shoes off, go through any prep, or even draw any blood. We spend more time getting oil changes done on our cars – and this is so much easier! So, please spread the work. It can save lives. My daughters are now 18, 16, and 14. And I’m still their dad. I know I’m lucky. 19 years of survival after a diagnosis of lung cancer is a rarity. But we can do stuff to change those odds for the next generation of cancer patients. So, please join me in trying. Please? gkc.go2.org/pages/LCEN

September is Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Each year cancer charities raise awareness of cervical cancer and other gynaecological cancers. There are approximately 3,200 new cases of cervical cancer in the UK every year, which works out at nearly 9 new cases a day. But statistics don’t tell the full story, don’t show the impact that cervical cancer can have on real lives. Throughout September, cancer charities will be raising awareness, sharing tips for a cervical cancer diagnosis, types of treatment, short- and long-term side effects, and living with advanced cervical cancer. Please get involved in Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month and help raise awareness. If you've been diagnosed with womb, ovarian, vaginal or vulval cancer, or just want to be aware of symptoms, Macmillan and The Eve Appeal can help. MacMillan Cancer Support; Support Line: 0808 808 00 00, www.jostrust.org.uk The Eve Appeal; Ask Eve Helpline 0808 802 0019, www.eveappeal.org.uk #GynaecologicalCancerAwarenessMonth #CervicalCancer #GynaecologicalCancer #MacmillanCancerSupport #TheEveAppeal #EveAppeal #EarlyDiagnosis #CancerResearch