3 things you need to know this World Cancer Day
1. From 2020 - 2044, it's predicted that the overall rate of people dying of cancer will fall by around 20%
This fall will be largely driven by established prevention approaches – such as tobacco control and sun protection, as well as improved early detection and treatments for these cancers.
2. However, the total number of people dying of cancer in Australia is set to increase
A study by the Daffodil Centre projects that a staggering 4.56 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in total over the next 25 years. That's an increase of 47% compared to the previous 25 years. Australia's ageing and growing population are the main drivers behind these increases.
3. Greater investment is urgently needed in cancer prevention and screening
While these figures may seem overwhelming, we know from other research findings that tens of thousands of additional lives could be saved through established interventions and many more through prioritised research investment.
We're grateful to have your support Charging this year
Your fundraising will help us invest more vital funds into the cancer prevention and screening programs needed to save more lives.
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Did you know, 444 people in Australia hear the words "you have cancer" every single day?
That’s why today on World Cancer Day, I’m doing something to change that!
I’m taking part in Cancer Council’s The March Charge, a month-long fitness challenge to get active for 31 days and raise funds to tell cancer where to go. My goal is to smash (Insert KM goal) KMs!
I’d love any support you can give to help me reach my fundraising goal of $[insert fundraising goal]. Every dollar raised will go towards life-saving cancer prevention, screening, and research. All of us can make a difference!
Please donate what you can on my fundraising page here: (Insert fundraising page)
Thank you!
