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Ovarian Cancer Australia is the national charity representing women living with Australia’s deadliest female cancer. Every day, we provide essential care and support to women living with ovarian cancer and represent them by leading change through advocacy to government and advisory bodies to ensure increased, targeted funding and access to optimal care. Ovarian Cancer Australia is the only charity providing specialist holistic and personal care to women diagnosed with ovarian cancer. With a 5-year survival rate of just 49%, it’s estimated that over the next 5 years, over 9,000 Australian women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer and sadly, too many of these lives will be lost. The levels of psychological distress experienced by women with ovarian cancer are incredibly high, with women forced to deal with: • the severity of their surgery and other treatments that can result in surgical menopause and loss of fertility • how to tell their children about the impact of the disease will have on their family • coping with changes in their body that impact on their sexual functioning and relationship with their partner • the very real fear they experience when their cancer comes back, which unfortunately is a reality for the majority of women diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer It’s no wonder that almost half of the women diagnosed with ovarian cancer experience clinical levels of anxiety and depression. With your help, we can provide much-needed free, regular, and timely access to evidence-based support programs for more women living with ovarian cancer. This year, your fundraising from Dry July will directly support our counselling and psychology team, supporting women to access a suite of free specialist clinics and evidence-based programs targeting sexuality, grief and bereavement, fear of cancer recurrence, and sleep and fatigue. By raising funds and going dry this July, you can ensure that women living with ovarian cancer can access the specialist support they need and deserve.

As you may or may not know, for the last few years, I've been saddling up and riding 200 kilometres over 2 days to help raise funds for cancer research here in WA. What you might not know is that every 30 minutes—every time you hear the sound of winning cash on breakfast radio, every half-hour traffic report, twice between recess and lunch—an Aussie is diagnosed with melanoma. For those who catch it early, the prognosis is decent. But for those with advanced cases, it becomes a daunting 50/50 chance of survival. I’d bet on red or black at the casino, but I’d never want to face those odds with my life. Ten years ago, that survival rate was an overwhelming 10%. The difference your donations make is profound. 90% of the people diagnosed with melanoma 10 years ago aren’t here anymore. Now, those diagnosed every half hour have a much better chance of survival, thanks to the research and lifesaving machines your donations help fund. You’re helping save lives. If you can spare it, please donate. Let’s get those odds even better! Donate this month and you can even claim it back at tax time. Get those fat stacks back, baby—donate what you can. https://lnkd.in/gBqwCwaJ

𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝟐𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐨 🏁 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬? I’ll get to that in a minute. I am not one to speak about one self’s charitable activities, I tend to be more of a person who appreciates doing things without drawing attention to them. For the simple reason that you should be able to give without having to announce it…..unless it is to talk about it of course. And for that very reason; I am breaking my streak and I am very happy to tell you ladies & gents about the charity I have partaken in; Teenage Cancer Trust . 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲? I'm going to let them say a few words of their own “Teenage Cancer Trust offers unique care and support, designed for and with young people. We fund specialised nurses, youth workers and hospital units in the NHS, so young people have dedicated staff and facilities to support them throughout treatment. We run events for young people with cancer to help them regain independence and meet other young people going through something similar. And we provide easy-to-understand information about every aspect of living with cancer as a young person.” 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞? “Every day, seven young people aged 13-24 hear the words “you have cancer”. They will each need specialised nursing care and support to get them through it. We’re the only UK charity dedicated to meeting this vital need – so no young person faces cancer alone.” 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐦 𝐈 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠? Remember the numbers? It’s the amount of pushups meant to be completed in June; while I am behind, I am committed to having completed the total amount even if it means I would have to extend the date to do so. 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dJ9pACsv 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝: https://lnkd.in/d8-XFZGX 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬: https://lnkd.in/dGAFebHr 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐚𝐦 𝐈 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬? Apart from the normal reasons people would give you; I would probably say it's a way to help out by taking on one of their challenges and offering assistance from the comfort of my home. Given that St. John Bosco is my patron saint, known for his dedication to young people, I feel compelled to lend a hand in any way I can, for those fighting for their lives when they should be here with us. So to them 🥂 , I would now like to invite you to join me in the challenge to its completion and if you simply don’t have the time, spare a pound or so or even just be charitable; compliment someone who you walk by, smile at people going your way, you never know whom you could meet or who’s spirits you might lift up. Sometimes being charitable doesn’t require money; sometimes it just needs YOU. 𝐖𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dJ9pACsv #TeenageCancerTrust #Charity #letsbecharitable

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

This is my sister in law Stacey. She is 34. She was a breast cancer survivor… and then got thrown the brain tumour card. As if that wasn’t cruel enough, she was then hit with the triple threat - terminal brain cancer. This has been a 3-year battle. She has fought it with my brother-in-law John and their daughter Lily by their side. They live in Sydney and are fortunate to have some family there. We are in Perth - the rest of their family are in Ireland. There have been GoFundMe pages set up over the years to help cover the cost of trial drugs and treatment. None of which have been a “cure” for this incomprehensible disease. This attempt at crowd funding is for a much more tangible reason. Stacey is no longer receiving active treatment. She is in palliative care. She is somewhat comfortable (thanks to morphine). But she knows, and those around her know, that this is now end of life. How long? “Days to weeks”. So my eldest daughter Trinity and I wanted to raise funds FAST. For one reason only - to buy TIME. To allow John to stop working now so he can spend these last moments with her. To provide him and Lily with the option to retreat from the world when they need to - and to give them some freedom in having a choice. You see, the Cancer has taken most of their life choices away from them. Like the big white wedding they had planned. The international travel. Even the local trips to Perth to see us were ruled out due to Stacey’s condition and the financial reality. So for one last time, if you know me or if you don’t, perhaps you can relate in some way. As a cancer victim; or survivor? As the carer or family member of someone fighting the disease. As the widow or child or someone lost to cancer. Or as the friend who has stepped in when times were tough - for a neighbour, a school family or a work colleague. It might be the cost of your weekly coffee indulgence. It might be the fuel bill when your car is running on empty. It could be the value of your groceries. Or maybe it’s just some of the disposable income you might be saving for a rainy day. It is a very rainy day - and any contribution will help this young family - my family - to buy some moments to create some memories - and find some peace. To those who have already donated, you are Angels.

Please help a person in need, Sean is fighting for his life. Matthew 6:2-4, which states: "So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you." Please support Sean's fight against Cancer. Your generous contribution will help Sean in his fight against this beast. Sean is fighting for his life, traveling from Boca to Miami continuously for treatment. Your donation helps with fuel, insurance premiums, copays, living expenses, etc. He had recent dental work done that insurance did not cover almost 1000.00 prior to his restarting Intravenous chemo. Can you find it in your heart to help Sean in his fight. $50, $100, or more, this will go along way. https://gofund.me/4f657483 #gofundme #Fundraising #charity #seanzahul

March is The Leukaemia Foundation's World Greatest Shave Month Blood cancer can develop in anyone, anywhere, anytime — from young infants and adolescents to adults of all backgrounds and genders. Today, another 53 Australians will be told the heartbreaking news 😢that they've been diagnosed with a blood cancer, joining more than 140,000 people living with the devastating impact of Australia's second most diagnosed cancer. A range of things affect someone's chance of surviving blood cancer, and it can be incurable. Sadly, another 16 Australians lose their life to blood cancer each and every day. 😮By 2035, these figures will more than double, seeing close to 100 people per day diagnosed with blood cancer and more than 40 people will die every day.😳 The Leukaemia Foundation is working towards the goal of Zero Lives Lost to Blood Cancer by 2035.🤗 In 2023, the Leukaemia Foundation will celebrate 25 years of the World's Greatest Shave campaign. People of all ages will shave, 💇♀️colour, or wax the hair on their head, chest or face – supported all the way by proud family, friends, colleagues and classmates. Some will have a personal connection to blood cancer, while others take part simply to have fun, tick a bucket list box and raise money for a good cause. 🤗 When you sign up and raise money for the World's Greatest Shave you're giving people living with blood cancer the emotional and practical support they need. By raising money through World's Greatest Shave,💇🏼♂️ you are helping to ensure that families facing blood cancer have a place to call home during treatment, someone to turn to, and access to the best possible care and treatment. You will also be helping to drive funding for Australia's best and brightest researchers in their quest to deliver rapid advancements in diagnosis, treatment, and ultimately a cure.💪 Here at My Favourite Physio, our team proudly sponsors the World Greatest Shave at Trinity Grammar School. Are you part of the Race 🏃🏼♀️to find a Cure for Blood Cancer yet? #worldsgreatestshave #myfavouritephysio #bravetheshave #greatcause #bethedifference #bankstown #physio #paedsphysio #kidsphysio #physiotherapy

Dainere's Rainbow are dedicated to elevating vital awareness, raising funds, advocating and creating initiatives to improve the outcomes for every child in Canberra and around Australia diagnosed with childhood brain cancer. We want to help families to feel supported, strengthened and valued as we work towards Dainere's and our vision of 100% cure rate for all children impacted by brain cancer and for higher quality services and support throughout their illness and beyond. Every child in Canberra and around Australia deserves a chance of a future and it is only through vital Community support that crucial research project and programs can be undertaken to offer new hope and the best chance of cure with minimal treatment side effects. Children's brain cancer is very different from adults, and there are many challenges to treatment as children's brains are still developing. This is why Dainere's Rainbow is specifically and directly working to help babies, children, adolescents and their families thrown into the unimaginable situation of a brain cancer diagnosis. Dainere's Rainbow are able to give one hundred percent of all funds raised or donated as we are run entirely by a team of devoted, enthusiastic, passionate, tireless and selfless volunteers. #childhoodbraincancer #childhoodcancer #rolemodel #youngcanberracitizen2013 #daineresrainbow #canberracharity #canberralocalsmakingadifference #helpingothers

🎊 Mac Millan Cancer Support Donation 🎊 I have received some great news that my Direct Funding request for the maximum of $10,000 was approved by the Jamf Nation Global Foundation for the Macmillan at Work. Support and Wellbeing in the Workplace Cancer support foundation. I put in this request for this great foundation as they are currently supporting a colleague's family who are battling cancer and it hit close to home as I have had family members taken by this illness. It's such a privilege that Jamf provide us with a platform to help others like this and make elevate our charitable efforts to create a larger impact 🙏🏻 . Some more info on where the money goes; 🙌🏻 Provide Services: They provide services for people living with cancer at every stage of their cancer experience. We are here to provide emotional, practical, physical, and financial support. 💰 Raise Money: They're 98% funded by voluntary donations, so fundraising is essential to make sure we can deliver the vital support people living with cancer need. 👨🏻💼 Influence Descion Makers: We run public campaigns, build partnerships, and influence decision-makers on all cancer-related policies at UK-wide, national and local levels. 💜 Support Cancer Workforce: Provide healthcare professionals with up-to-date resources, tools, information and training courses to help them to support people living with cancer. 🔬 Cancer Research: It is important that Macmillan understands the numbers, needs and experiences of people living with cancer, so we can continue to provide our services and advocacy where they are needed most. 👩🏻⚕️ Help employers support staff: Macmillan at Work is our workplace training. It offers guidance and resources to help managers and HR professionals feel confident and equipped to support employees affected by cancer Check them out: https://lnkd.in/ecg5GKKa #JNGF #Jamf #Charity #GivingBack

In our most recent blog we look at the perspective of our charity from Arlene our experienced befriender supervisor! Arlene shares her story of why she joined our charity, what our befriending scheme involves & how she has seen Tayside Cancer Support benefit people😊 Read all about it using the link below: https://lnkd.in/eaqgyRyV #befriending #befriender #taysidecancersupport #befriendersupervisor #blog #charityblog