Boys like boobs.
I know this is not a revelation (and, yes, it IS a completely breeder-mentality statement) but, really, boys like boobs.
But in this media-rich country, many boys (and girls) grow up with more than just the need to gratify their personal desires. They become keenly aware of medical dangers and marvels. And, for some, this prompts action.
"One in nine women will develop breast cancer," says Benjamin, one of four longboarders on Pushforthecure.com. "And I know more than nine women."
Benjamin is one of four Canadian skateboarders committed to riding 8000-kilometres across Canada -- from Halifax to Vancouver -- to help raise awareness and money for a cure to breast cancer.
According to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, 5,300 women died of the disease in 2005. While there are a number of official events (such as the Run for Breast Cancer) Benjamin and the boys hope that their initiative will entice the younger generation to become proactive.
At present, Benjamin and the boys have travelled 2200-kilometres and raised $17,500. Their goal? $1-million.
Interested in their progress? Then: Check it out. Get out. And donate.
www.pushforthecure.com
Remember, it takes action to lead a responsible life.
Monday, July 10, 2006
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I just have one question amidst the over-marketed pink world of Breast Cancer Awareness initiatives and research causes etc. What are we doing about prostate cancer???
Here are the stats from he Canadian Cancer Society:
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian men.
In 2006, an estimated 20,700 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer and 4,200 will die of it.
On average, 398 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer every week.
On average, 81 Canadian men will die of prostate cancer every week.
One in 7 men will develop prostate cancer during his lifetime, mostly after age 60. One in 26 will die of it.
Seemingly boobs are way sexier than balls.
Pun intended: Lets get on the ball people!
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