David Cohen, PMP, CSP, CHMM’s Post

The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride raises funding for Prostate Cancer Research. This is just one of the reasons I ride every year. PROSTATE CANCER Globally, prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. Over 10 million men around the world are living with or beyond a prostate cancer diagnosis. What is prostate cancer? When cells in the prostate multiply too quickly and grow out of control, this creates a cancerous tumor. Often, this type of cancer grows slowly and doesn’t cause big problems right away. Sometimes, however, prostate cancer can be fast-growing and spread to other parts of the body, causing major damage. Catching cancer early, so that your doctor can keep an eye on it and recommend next steps, is ideal. If the cancer is caught later, you may still have options to work through with your healthcare team that put your quality of life first. What are the risk factors for prostate cancer? Prostate is particularly common in men over 50. If you’re 50 or over, it’s important to talk to your GP about keeping yourself healthy and any ongoing tests you may need as part of your health check-ups. If you have a family history of prostate cancer or sub-Saharan African ancestry, you need to start that conversation earlier at 40 to 45. Guidelines can be different, depending on where you live — so check with your doctor. Follow my link to show your support: https://lnkd.in/ghKqBHx

I know I may sound like a broken record (for those of you who may remember records) but consider this- 1. In the US, the instance of Esophageal Cancer has increased over 500% in the last four decades! 2. Every year, around 21,000 people are diagnosed with the disease, and over 16,500 people succumb to this cancer. 3. The five year survival rate for people diagnosed at all stages stands at about 20%. 4. Over half the people diagnosed present at a locally advanced or advanced stage, where the treatment protocol is brutal, expensive, and often debilitating. ECAware helps patients through all phases of this journey and provides support and information that is family and patient-centered. Because EC only accounts for about 1.1 percent of all cancer diagnoses, it is considered an "orphan cancer" and doesn't get as much funding and mindshare in the medical community. ECAware aims to change that by raising awareness of the symptoms and advocating for early detection options, some of which help people avoid getting the cancer altogether. Until we develop detection and treatment options that eradicate this disease altogether, ECAware is here to help. We are an all volunteer organization, so all donations go directly to supporting patients and families of those who have been diagnosed. As a 13 year survivor, I am committed to doing my part by helping to reverse this alarming trend. Please consider visiting ECAware.org to learn more about the warning signs and our organizational mission. Like I said, this is an "orphan cancer", but ECAware is where the recently diagnosed can find the family they need! As always, donations of time and money are welcome!

As we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, it's a time to reflect on the courage of those impacted by this disease. This month offers a chance to honor survivors, remember those we've lost, and show our support for the countless individuals and families affected. Awareness goes beyond wearing pink—it’s about educating ourselves, promoting early detection, and backing vital research efforts. Every gesture, whether it’s sharing knowledge, offering support, or donating, can make a difference. Let’s use this time to inspire action and spread hope, knowing that together, we can make an impact. #BreastCancerAwareness #TogetherWeFight #HopeAndSupport #StrongerTogether

Play the LSU VS BAMA Football Square game for Pediatric Brain Cancer! Are you ready for some football AND the opportunity to make a positive impact? Then consider joining Cochon de Leaaf's football squares! Here's how it works: 1. For a $25 donation, you'll get a square on our 100 square game board. Once all the squares are sold, we'll randomly assign numbers to each row and column, creating the winning combinations. Winners will be determined at the end of each quarter based on the final score of the game. 2. 50% of the fundraiser will go to Cochon de Leaaf, an organization raising funds for Pediatric Brain Cancer. As they're a non-profit, all squares are tax-exempt. The other 50% will be split between the four winners. 3. To purchase squares, Venmo Cochondeleaaf with your name and amount of squares you'd like to purchase - if you do not have Venmo, send a message to Emma Hoeiris-Andersen and she'll figure out another way. 4. Let's make this initiative a success! Share this post, tag your friends, and encourage your network to join in. The more, the merrier, and the more impact we can create together. Let's huddle up and make a winning play for those in need! 💪🏆 To read more visit: https://lnkd.in/gwduBDJU #FootballSquares #Charity #GivingBack #CommunitySupport #Fundraiser #MakeADifference Emma Hoeiris-Andersen Jesse Hoppes Jim Blazek Jr Holly Johnston Stephen Paternostro MPH, CIH, CSP Diana Muñoz Joseph Dupepe Madeline Dickson Chris Pickering Tracy Aymond Chase Cromwell, P.G. Tim Danielson Mallory Pitalo Suzanne Nicole Sicotte, MPH Charles Nelson Sadie Hunt Mike Sepanik

Our goal is to find a cure for children’s cancer, especially the more than 50 types of sarcoma that affect around 900 children each year. Sarcoma is a type of cancer that occurs in the connective tissue of the body, such as muscle, fat, and fibrous tissue. The most common sarcomas found in children are: 🎗Rhabdomyosarcoma – a tumor in which malignant cancer cells look like young, immature muscle cells (the most common soft tissue sarcoma found in children) 🎗Osteosarcoma – a type of bone cancer that starts in immature bone cells that normally form new bone tissue, then it destroys local tissue and weakens the bone (affects about 400 children and adolescents under the age of 20 each year) 🎗Ewing sarcoma – the second most common bone cancer in children (most often occurs in adolescents, with nearly half of cases arising between the ages of 10 and 20) Join us in our mission to accelerate research to put an end to sarcoma so that every child can enjoy a long, healthy life. Click below to donate now. https://lnkd.in/e3-PaTht

Uterine Cancer ranks as the 4th most common cancer among women in the U.S. 🎗️ Awareness and education are key! Visit our website to discover ways to lower your risk, recognize symptoms, and understand treatment options. Your support is crucial in this fight! Every donation helps us advance research to combat women's cancers. Contribute today through Facebook, our website, Charity Navigator, or Every.org. Let's unite and make a real difference! 💪 #FightUterineCancer #DonateForACure #CancerResearch #UterineCancer #EndometrialCancer #endometriosis #uterinecancerawareness

🌄 Challenge Accepted: Hiking for a Cause! I'm thrilled to share that I will be embarking on an extraordinary journey – a 34-mile hike in the Lake District, with an elevation gain of 4,500 meters, all within 24 hours! This isn't just a test of endurance; it's a mission with a heartfelt purpose. 🎗️ Our Goal: Raising £2,500 for Cancer Research UK Cancer touches so many lives, and I'm committed to making a difference. That's why I'm dedicating this hike to support Cancer Research UK, aiming to raise £2,500 towards vital research and support services. Why This Matters: 🚶♀️ 31 miles: A symbol of the resilience and strength of those battling cancer. ⛰️ 4,500m elevation: Reflecting the uphill challenges faced by patients and their families. 🕒 24 hours: Representing the continuous fight against cancer, day and night. Join the Cause: Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Share this post to spread the word. Let's stand together in this fight against cancer! Support the Hike, Support the Fight: https://lnkd.in/evhEWkQh Your support means the world to me and to those whose lives we can touch through this initiative. Together, we can make a significant impact. #HikingForACause #CancerResearchUK #EnduranceChallenge #CharityEvent #MakeADifference

We need your help. Cancer knows no boundaries—it can affect anyone in your circle, from family members to co-workers. With corporate sponsorships starting at $250, your company has the potential to lighten this load. Beyond Basic Needs aims to offer support following a cancer diagnosis. Through the generosity of corporate sponsors, we deliver Chemo Care Kits packed with resources designed to inspire and comfort—all at no cost to recipients. By joining forces with Beyond Basic Needs, your organization will directly contribute to: - The sourcing, packaging, and shipping of Chemo Care Kits to patients in need. - Strengthen community bonds and bolster public relations by showing your commitment to social responsibility. Be part of a movement that leaves an enduring, positive mark on lives touched by cancer. Visit our website to discover how your corporation can become a beacon of support and caring: https://lnkd.in/e6enRDi6 #Cancer #CancerSucks #NonprofitOrg #CorporateSponsorship #BeyondBasicNeeds

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This April, I’m challenging myself for a cause close to many of us. I'm committing to 100 press-ups a day to support Cancer Research UK (CRUK). Everyone will feel the impact of cancer at some point in their lives, whether through personal experience or that of a loved one. Join me in making a difference. So, what have I learned a lot about press-ups (push-ups) after doing 2200 (it is day 2️⃣2️⃣)? Not only do they improve muscular endurance and strengthen multiple muscle groups—including the chest, shoulders, triceps, and core—but they also enhance cardiovascular health and promote bone density. Perfecting your press-up form ensures you get the most out of this exercise while minimizing the risk of injury. Here’s how to perform a perfect press-up: - Position your hands - slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. - Keep your body straight - from head to heels. - Lower your body - until your chest almost touches the floor. - Push back up - powerfully, engaging your core throughout the movement. At all times, be in control, focus on your core, clench your bum (but not your jaw, bad for the neck), try to remember to breathe, don't lose count and try to avoid the kitten sitting on your back or one of the dogs licking your face. The press-up targets key muscles such as the pectorals, deltoids, and triceps, and engages the lower body to maintain proper posture and alignment. (Thanks to Charlee Atkins at Le Sweat for a masterclass. That is exactly how I look, like identical, #spooky). Why am I doing this? Because everyone will feel the impact of cancer in their lifetime, and every single push-up counts towards funding lifesaving research at CRUK. Please consider donating to my fundraising page, thank you for your support, and let's make these bloomin' press-ups count! 👉 ➡ https://lnkd.in/edyDpd_W #CancerResearchUK #FightCancer #PushUpsChallenge #Fundraising #DonateNow #MakeADifference #ThankYou Mary Egwenu - Bennett Ockrim - Bailey Thane - Nicola De Coppi - Ravi Kapoor - Nirmal Nag - Yagnesh (Yagi) Odhavji - Jane Patel - Daniel Rigby - Simone Somma - Neeta Sharma - Dixit Shah - John Machin CMgr MCMI - Karl Haller - The Firecracker - Lisa Dhanani - Jerry J. Stam - Andrés Villena - Gokce AKYILDIZ - Stani Baxter - Mum and Dad - Stephen Singleton https://lnkd.in/exnWua8U