3. How to Become an Advocate Ask yourself, “How can I help?” Do research lesser known Cancers. (M.C.M Foundation) (www.Cancer.gov) Join the cause! Get involved in events and fundraisers. Become An Advocate! Start an event, facebook group, twitter group, etc.
4. The lesser known cancers Pancreatic Cancer A disease in which malignant (cancer) cells are found in the tissues of the pancreas. Also called exocrine cancer. New cases: 43,140 Deaths: 36,800 Male Breast Cancer Cancer that forms in tissues of the breast. New cases: 1,970 Deaths: 390 Neuroblastoma Cancer that arises in immature nerve cells and affects mostly infants and children New cases: 650 Carcinoma of Unknown Primary A case in which cancer cells are found in the body, but the place where the cells first started growing (the origin or primary site) cannot be determined. Melanoma A form of cancer that begins in melanocytes (cells that make the pigment melanin). It may begin in a mole (skin melanoma), but can also begin in other pigmented tissues, such as in the eye or in the intestines. New cases: 68,130 Deaths: 8,700
5. Dragonfly wings Focus To get our people informed about the lesser forms of cancer. Get Attention Use social networking sites spread the word. Engage Tell our story to get others to understand. Taking Action PARTICIPATE!! Any way you can!
6. Where you can get help! Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. www.pancan.com Provides patient information, One-on-One support, Ways to become a volunteer, Ways to find local events, Scientific studies, and Research updates. John W. Nick Foundation. www.malebreastcancer.org Provides patient stories, Self exam checklist, Books and information about the disease, Ways to get involves, One-on-One support. Alex’s Lemonade Stand. www.alexslemonade.org Provides information on how to get involved, success stories, information about Neuroblastoma. Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research Foundation. Provides research updates, the story of the foundation, links to different sources of information, and contracts to support groups. Melanoma Research Foundation. www.melanoma.org Provides daily updates on research, allows you to research, get involved and become an advocate, tools and information about becoming your own advocate.
7. Facebook & Twitter Mary C. Mitchell Foundation on Twitter! Follow us at: www.twitter.com/#!/MCM_Foundation You will find updates on any news, events, and links to other great foundation sites. Mary. C. Mitchell Foundation on Facebook! Join our group at: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_114473801968988&id=114474528635582¬if_t=like You can find information about our group, information on sites that may be able to help people with cancer, and information on events.
8. One person can make a difference! Find local events Be aware that people around you many have cancer. Donate if possible. Volunteer! Volunteer! Volunteer!!! Donate Time to support groups and people in need.
9. Colors for cancer! Pancreatic Cancer Purple Ribbon Male Breast Cancer Half Blue, Half Pink Ribbon Neuroblastoma (Childhood Cancer) Gold Ribbon Melanoma Black Ribbon All Cancer Survivors Lavender Ribbon
