Get Behind Daffodil Day

Why don't you put your spare change to good use.  Daffodil Day is in the coming days.  Every little bit helps in search of a cure for cancer. Unfortunately we have all known someone who has been affected by cancer.  Let's all put in what we can to ensure that less people have to go through the suffering that comes with this horrible disease.

Thanks to the Official Daffodil Day Website, here are some facts that we could all benefit to know.

Daffodil Day Facts

• Cancer Council's Daffodil Day 2012 is Friday 24th August
• Website URL: www.daffodilday.com.au
• Info line: 1300 65 65 85
• Daffodil Day is for all of us to grow hope for a brighter, cancer-free future
• The largest national fundraising event of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, Daffodil Day raises essential funds for cancer research, prevention and support services
• The daffodil is the international symbol of hope for all touched by cancer
• This year Daffodil Day aims to raise over $9.2 million to fund the cancer control initiatives, patient support and research services of Cancer Council's eight state and territory member organisations
• More than 10,000 volunteers are expected to staff over 1,200 Daffodil Day sites across Australia

Cancer Facts

• There are more than 100 types of cancers.
• Any part of the human body can be affected.
• The most common cancers in men are: Lung, Stomach, Liver, Colorectal and Oesophagus.
• The most common cancers in woman are: Breast, Lung, Stomach, Colorectal and Cervical. 
• Tobacco use is the principal avoidable  source of cancer.
• More than 30% of cancers could be cured if detected early and treated sufficiently.