An Important Message from Our Founder

Please take a few minutes to read the following letter from David Rodman Cohan, Foundation President. We hope you will be inspired by how a young woman named Heather was able to save her own life after hearing about Susie’s Cause.

Dear Friend,

My gratitude to all those who make Susie’s Cause possible grows and grows with each New Year. Thank you for being a friend to Susie’s Cause and for helping us remove the silence surrounding colon cancer. Thank you for spreading awareness about life-saving screening and prevention. Together we are making Susan’s hopes and dreams for this foundation a reality.

As you may know, my beloved daughter Susan was diagnosed with colon cancer the year she turned 40 and died two years later after a heroic battle. The Foundation was created and named in honor of Susan’s faith, her courage, and her adamant desire to prevent unnecessary deaths and suffering from colon cancer.

Recently, a young woman named Heather contacted me to explain how hearing about Susie’s Cause helped save her life.  At age 39, she experienced her first symptoms of colon cancer and as most of us would do, she self-diagnosed through the internet where she first read Susan’s Story.  She dismissed the possibility that colon cancer could be her ailment, but the life similarities between her and Susan stuck in her head; both around the same age, Heather was also the mother of two young children, she was from Florida, but now living in Maryland. Although she dismissed the symptoms and moved on, Susan’s life story continued to remain in her head.  A few months later, the symptoms resurfaced and she discussed it with her Internist who also dismissed her symptoms.

However, on her 40th birthday, (same age as Susan was diagnosed), the symptoms returned and she decided to see a GI doctor. He suggested a colonoscopy, just to be sure, which led to the diagnosis of stage 2A colon cancer.  Today, she remains cancer free. 

Heather and daughters

In her letter, Heather said: “I wanted to share this with you, as you may not realize the ways in which your foundation is able to reach people and help save lives. Thank you, for continuing her cause and helping to prevent others from suffering.”

Thankfully, Heather is one of many that Susie’s Cause was able to reach.  The events and awareness programs that you support are bringing our goal of eradicating colon cancer as a life threatening illness that much closer.

Because of Susan’s enduring wish to help others, The Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation exists today but it is only because of help from people like you that the Foundation is becoming the international leader in colon cancer prevention, support and treatment that she dreamed it would be.

Those facing colon cancer, their families and friends, and anyone searching for ways to more successfully treat this dreadful disease find networks of possibilities in our organization. Together our efforts to educate and support people of all ages will prevent unnecessary suffering and deaths from colon cancer.

What can I do to help Susie’s Cause reach more people in 2013?

Since its founding in 2004, Susie’s Cause has spread awareness about life-saving colon cancer screening and prevention. We want to share with you some of the great ways our supporters around the country gave their time, money, and creativity to support Susie’s Cause in 2012. It’s inspiring to see all the creative ideas people had to get out the word about how screenings and healthy lifestyle can prevent colon cancer.

Some of the events and activities that our supporters did in 2012 included:
Hosting Dinners and Galas, Ice Skating, Swim-a-thons, Volunteering, Sharing their Stories, Cooking Chili, Contributing Articles, Running and Walking in Races, Growing Mustaches and Beards, Lifting Weights, and Paddling Canoes.

Each of these events brought new friends to the cause and raised awareness about screening and prevention. Every time we can speak out about colon cancer prevention is a chance for someone like Heather to hear us and get diagnosed early, in time to save her life.

Were any of these ideas yours? Do you have other ideas for events? Share them with us on our blog and Facebook. You can read more about past and upcoming events on our website[link]. Is there something you would like to do to support Susie’s Cause in 2013?

Grassroots events are also great ways to honor and remember family members while bringing your community together.

COMMUNITY FUNDRAISERS AND AFFILIATES

Susie’s Cause has had many inquiries from compassionate followers across the nation seeking to establish an Affiliated Division of Susie’s Cause in their area.  In response to these inquiries, Susie’s Cause is now accepting applications by individuals who would like to form an Affiliated Division.  If accepted by Susie’s Cause, the applicant would be guided and assisted by the Susie’s Cause’s team to organize an event or events in the applicants’ area such as mentioned above. When these initial events are concluded, if both Susie’s Cause and the applicant mutually desire to establish an Affiliated Division in the geographical location of the applicant, then Susie’s Cause will officially designate the selected applicant as the Volunteer Executive Director in his or her geographical area.

For more information on how to plan a successful event or become a Susie’s Cause Affiliate please contact Foundation Director and Event Coordinator Kim Cohan at kim@coloncancerfoundation.org or call (410) 244-1778

Want to act now to help? Donations of all sizes help Susie's Cause grow their healthy lifestyle, awareness, and prevention programs and are welcome at any time so donate today [Donate today]

Visit our website for more ways to get involved today [Get Involved!]

Happy New Year,
David Rodman Cohan
Foundation President (Volunteer)
Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation, Inc.

201 North Charles Street
Suite 2404
Baltimore, Maryland 21201

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How Can Cruciferous Vegetables Help You?

Posted by Barbara Armstrong Green

Could the mythical fountain of youth, that famed explorer Juan Ponce de Leon searched for more than 500 years ago, be as close as the produce section of your local grocery store or farmers’ market?

There is a growing body of evidence that eating a lot of plant food may protect you from getting cancer, according to nutritional expert and best-selling author, Dr. Joel Fuhrman. He points out that some vegetable families offer more cancer protection than others.

Meet the Cruciferous Family

If you are not familiar with the cruciferous family of vegetables, you should be because this is one of those powerful vegetable families that Dr. Fuhrman refers to as “full of super foods with powerful anti-cancer effects”.  They include arugula, bok choy, broccoli, cabbage, kale, and radish, to name a few.

What Do Observational Studies Say?

• Eating a lot of cruciferous vegetables could reduce the risk of colorectal cancers by 18%.
• One serving per day of these vegetables reduced the risk of breast cancer by more than 50%.

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Can Aspirin Protect Us from Colon Cancer?



Posted by Barbara Armstrong Green

Aspirin – that tiny pill with a growing list of reasons to take one – has the cancer research community wondering if it’s time to recommend widespread use of aspirin to prevent colon cancer. A number of studies suggest that aspirin may prevent and possibly reduce the risk of dying from some cancers including colon cancer.

At the 2012 European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress in Vienna, members debated whether the evidence is strong enough to outweigh the risks of prescribing aspirin to millions of healthy people.

There is a growing body of evidence suggesting that taking aspirin (NSAID) may reduce an individual’s chances of developing colorectal cancer and perhaps other malignancies. A recent meta-analysis that focused on the effect of aspirin use on colorectal cancer showed large and statistically significant reductions in both incidence and death from the disease. The finding, the study team pointed out, is consistent with results from numerous studies that have shown that regular (NSAID) use reduces or prevents precancerous growths in the colon from increasing.

Pros and Cons

Dr. Peter Rothwell of the University of Oxford argued that the mounting evidence of aspirin’s strong anticancer effect is hard to ignore. He suggested that “at a minimum, in combination with the appropriate screening, the data indicate that aspirin would be highly effective in preventing colon cancer.”

However, other medical experts argue that it is premature to recommend that people start taking aspirin specifically to prevent cancer. Even low-dose aspirin may trigger gastrointestinal bleeding. Dr. John Baron of the University of North Carolina said he is not ready to endorse aspirin's widespread use for cancer prevention. "We need to consider all of the benefits and harms that can accrue from aspirin use," said Dr. Baron.

A recent edition of the NCI Cancer Bulletin, reported that the strongest data for supporting the use of aspirin (NSAID) to reduce cancer is in colorectal cancer. But unanswered questions remain, such as dosage, how long to take aspirin for the optimum effect, and when to start taking it.

So stay tuned. And, as always, check with your medical team before making any changes to your medications.

Medical Disclaimer

The information presented on the Susan Cohan Colon Cancer web site is solely intended to provide you with information that will help educate you on the importance of diet, exercise and regular cancer screening in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Adopting these habits is an individual choice and one that should only be made after consultation with your health care professional. No information provided on this Web site or otherwise is intended to replace or in any way modify the advice of your health care professional.

Source: National Cancer Institute



Another Important Reason to Get Moving in 2013

 

Posted by Barbara Armstrong Green

The holidays might seem like a dream to you now, but for those of us who overindulged on those delicious cookies, it may feel more like a nightmare as we take that first dreaded step onto the bathroom scale.

I don't know about the rest of you, but it sure feels good to get back into my exercise routine. As the mother of three athletic sons, my husband and I spent most of our weekends watching our kids play everything from baseball to wrestling. It wasn't until our youngest son graduated from college and emptied our nest that I got serious about getting back into shape.


What's the Big Deal about Exercise?

My initial goal was to drop a few jean sizes. But the more I read about the dangers of obesity, the more I realize that exercise is an important key to health and longevity. And I plan to be around – and in good health – for a long time.

In his book, Super Immunity, Joel Fuhrman, M.D., has this to say about the importance of exercise: “Exercise not only helps your immune system fight off simple bacterial and viral infections; it also decreases your chances of developing heart disease, osteoporosis, and cancer. The key to the longevity-promoting effects of exercise is maintaining a high degree of exercise tolerance and fitness.”

Try to break a sweat. Dr. Fuhrman reported that middle-aged men followed for 26 years by researchers found that those who exercised vigorously lived the longest. According to Dr. Fuhrman, “It truly is survival of the fittest!” In other words, “It is not sufficient just to take walks. Adding on more exerting exercise, where the heart rate is elevated, and sustaining that elevation for at least five minutes has additional benefits.” To elevate your heart-rate jog or jump in place and exercise at least three times a week. You don't need to do extreme events such as marathons, which may put too much stress on the body.

Colorectal Cancer and the Benefits of Exercise

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second most common cancer affecting both men and in women and the second cause of cancer death in men and in women in the United States. The National Institutes of Health estimates that 143,460 Americans will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and 51,690 will die from the disease in 2012.

Colorectal cancer has been one of the most extensively studied cancers in relation to physical activity, with more than 50 studies examining this association. According to the National Cancer Institute (NIH), “Many studies in the United States and around the world consistently found that adults who increase their physical activity, either in intensity, duration or frequency, can reduce their risk of developing colon cancer by 30 to 40 percent relative to those who are sedentary regardless of body mass index (BMI), with the greatest risk reduction seen among those who are most active.

”The magnitude of the protective effect appears greatest with high-intensity activity, although the optimal levels and duration of exercise are still difficult to determine due to differences between studies. NIH estimates that 30 to 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per day is needed to protect against colon cancer.

I enjoy taking Pilates and Yoga classes at our local gym and walk with friends on the weekend. Working out on a regular basis has been one of the highlights of my year. I took it slow at first and didn’t know if I would be able to keep up. But I soon realized that everyone else was in the same boat. And just showing up is half the battle. Little by little, I got stronger and increased by stamina. I love the camaraderie and feel healthier and more energized than ever. I don’t know why it took me so long to get started. But I don’t intend to quit any time soon.

Your Turn: Share some of the ways you plan to get in better shape in 2013 and beyond.

Sources: National Cancer Institute and Super Immunity: The Essential Nutrition Guide for Boosting Your Body’s Defenses to Live Longer, Stronger, and Disease, Author: Joel Fuhrman, M.D.

 Comment below.



A dance aerobic session at our recent health fair

Young people join in the fun at our health fair



Eighth Annual 5K Run and Family Walk

Eighth Annual 5K Run and Family Walk



Eighth Annual 5K Run and Family Walk





Medical Disclaimer

The information presented on the Susan Cohan Colon Cancer web site is solely intended to provide you with information that will help educate you on the importance of diet, exercise and regular cancer screening in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Adopting these habits is an individual choice and one that should only be made after consultation with your health care professional. No information provided on this Web site or otherwise offered is intended to replace or in any way modify the advice of your health care professional.

There is still time to give in 2012

Can we ask you to take two more action this year to help start 2013 off right?

1. Make a donation—however much you can afford to give will help.
2. Share this message with your friends to help spread awareness.

Your donation to Susie's Cause is tax deductible and it does so much to further our life saving prevention and awareness programs.  Please give generously to help eradicate colon cancer as a life threatening disease.

 

Donate Today

Cheers to screening and prevention, let's nip colon cancer in the polyp—bottoms up!

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We Need Your Help to Save Lives in 2013

As you plan your end-of-year giving, please consider making a tax deductible donation to Susie's Cause. Last year alone, over 50,000 people died of colon cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths of men and women. This is due in part to the lack of comfort about discussion of the disease and proper screening efforts. The encouraging truth is that this disease is over 90% curable when detected and treated early. 

Donations support community Health Fairs and other programs that raise awareness to make a bigger impact on the communities we serve. These Health Fairs focus on under-served communities where statistically, colon cancer diagnosis and death rates are alarmingly high. Health Fairs provide a day of overall health education with a particular focus on colon cancer screening and prevention combined with entertainment, fun, and food for the entire family. Held in conjunction with local hospitals, medical centers and health organizations, the fairs provide an opportunity for the community to take advantage of screenings for blood pressure, heart rate and other services conducted by our partner health institutions. 

 

2013 Programs - Community Health Fairs
 
We are currently developing our programs for 2013 and plan to kick off the next Health Fair in the spring during Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Funding for 2013 comes from corporate and public donations. Any amount you wish to give is welcomed and appreciated.
 

 

Donate Now 
Your donation is tax deductible, completely secure, and sent directly to Susie's Cause.

As always, we appreciate your support. Stay healthy. This holiday season, give the gift of peace of mind by encouraging a loved one to get a colon cancer screening.

If you prefer, you could support Susie’s Cause by hosting an event or fundraiser. Your grassroots events are a great way to honor and remember family members as well as support Susie's Cause. Is there something you would like to do to support Susie's Cause in 2013?

If so, please contact us at (410) 244-1778.

Every donation  and event helps us get the word out, provide more services and host bigger and better Health Fairs in more communities.

Warm Wishes for Happy and Healthy Holidays

 

 Giving generously in honor of loved ones requires no wrapping paper and supports colon cancer screening and prevention awareness.

Donate Today

3 Dudes in a Canoe

The folks at Susie’s Cause continue to be amazed and humbled by all of the creative, heart-felt ways that people from around the country have used their skills and interests to further our life saving mission nationwide. The Three Dudes – Jeff, Kevin and David Moore were casting about for a way to honor their mom, Kathy Moore, after she passed away from colon cancer at the young age of 54. The three brothers eventually decided that dedicating their participation in a 100 mile paddling race down the Kansas River from Manhattan, Kansas to Lawrence, Kansas would be an epic adventure worthy of their mom. Other adventured followed and we continue to look forward to hearing from them as they plan new races and raise funds for our cause each year.

We are honored that the 3 Dudes teamed up with the Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation to help raise money for colon cancer awareness and research. The Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation was formed in Susan (Susie) Cohan’s honor. Her vision was that no other family would experience the pain that her family endured. Susie was the same age as Kathy when she died – 54.

The Dudes went on to create a blog and a Facebook page to highlight their adventures and support Susie’ Cause.

Have you ever considered hosting a colon cancer awareness event in your community?

Getting Started Planning a Colon Cancer Awareness Event
We know how busy folks are. That’s why our experts are here to make planning an event in your community as easy as possible. Our talented team and organizing tools are ready to lend you a hand with everything from a race or golf tournament, a gala or concert, a high school or college fundraiser, a pet event, bake sale, back yard cookout, or any event that you are passionate about. The more creative and fun, the better!

For more information on how to plan a successful event please contact Foundation Director and Event Coordinator Kim Cohan at kim@coloncancerfoundation.org or call 410.244.1778.

We have made fundraising simple and easy too. Just visit www.firstgiving.com/susiescause and create your own fundraising page. It’s all menu-driven and the funds are automatically sent to Susie’s Cause. Try it! It just may save someone's life.

Josh's St. Louis Rockin' For Awareness Gala

We are so impressed with Josh Menacher for taking the initiative to host the First Annual Rockin' For Awareness Gala in Saint Louis, Missouri. Josh was inspired to bring a gala to St. Louis after attending the Memories Gala in Baltimore last spring.  We are  excited about the growing number of local communities and individuals around the country who are stepping up to create their own events to raise funds and spread the word about Susie’s Cause. We are so appreciative of each one of you. 

Josh’s event took place at The Franklin Room located in the Historic Neighborhood of Soulard. The event was designed to support the Susie’s Cause. This fun evening featured an open bar, gourmet dinner buffet and silent auction. Keeping the event lively was the heart pounding music of the Feudin Hillbillys, a popular local band.

Are you inspired by Josh’s go-getter attitude to help in raising awareness about life saving screening? You can get started planning your own event, asking us about volunteer opportunities, or simply make a tax deductible donation of any size right now.

For more inspiration and ideas, visit our page on getting involved today.

Getting Started Planning a Colon Cancer Awareness Event

Our experts are here to make planning an event in your community as easy as possible. Our talented team and organizing tools are ready to lend you a hand with everything from a race or golf tournament, a gala or concert, a high school or college fundraiser, a pet event, bake sale, back yard cookout, or any event that you are passionate about. The more creative and fun, the better!

For more information on how to plan a successful event please contact Foundation Director and Event Coordinator Kim Cohan at kim@coloncancerfoundation.org or call 410.244.1778.

We have made fundraising simple and easy too. Just visit www.firstgiving.com/susiescauseand create your own fundraising page. It’s all menu driven and the funds are automatically sent to Susie’s Cause. Try it! It just may save someone's life.

Ideas to Support Loved Ones Battling Cancer

Posted by Barbara Armstrong Green

Have you ever been faced with helping a loved on who is battling cancer?  What are some of the ways you might help? Our creative friends at Care.com gave us a great idea for helping  a loved one who is battling colon cancer.  The idea is to develop a practical list of ways that friends and family can support their loved one. 

That got me thinking about some great ways my family and friends supported my sister  in her four-year battle with colon cancer.

Soon after she was diagnosed, a group of friends and colleagues organized a meal schedule. Each day a different delicious meal arrived. Two other friends showed up to weed her garden because they knew what comfort it would give her.

 
Other ideas to help and lift a loved one's spirits:

• Spend time with a loved one during long chemotherapy sessions.
• Bring music to lighten the mood during hospital visits.
• Help tidy up when he/she doesn't have much energy.
• Help with shopping or small chores. 
• Plan a fun outing.
• Listen.

The important thing to remember is that everyone gives what they can with love.  Every kindness reminds the patient and loved ones that they are not alone in this terrible battle.

Your Turn:   Share an idea in the comment box below. You might just make a difference for someone struggling with cancer.   And don’t forget to click back to the Susie's Cause web site for more information on colon cancer.

http://www.care.com/senior-care-how-to-help-a-parent-who-has-cancer-p1017-q21716579.html

Medical Disclaimer

The information presented on the Susan Cohan Colon Cancer web site is solely intended to provide you with information that will help educate you on the importance of diet, exercise and regular cancer screening in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Adopting these habits is an individual choice and one that should only be made after consultation with your health care professional. No information provided on this Web site or otherwise offered is intended to replace or in any way modify the advice of your health care professional.

Thanks to our 2012 Community Fundraisers like Marie...

There have been so many wonderful, new events in 2012! Each event provided support and fun to our communities nationwide and raised funds for Susie's Cause in a unique way. Over the next few weeks we will be reminiscing and bringing you the stories of some of these inspiring ideas and steadfast supporters. 

Here's the story of how Marie Cardona hosted a memorable and lively gala in honor of her mother.

Marie decided to honor her deceased mom by throwing her a big party.  Her mom, Susie Cardona, was only 35 when she died of colon cancer.  Had she lived, Marie's mom would have been 54 now. It is tragic how Susie Cardona and Susan Cohan as well as thousands of other young adults fall victim to colon cancer at a young age and Marie is committed to helping lower those numbers.

The gala was held at the Sevilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar in Downtown Long Beach, California, on May 19, 2012. This event was the first ever event on the west coast to benefit Susie’s Cause. A few of us from Susie’s Cause were fortunate enough to attend and we were privileged to be among the hundreds of guests gathered to honor the lives of Marie’s late mother, Susie Cardona, as well as our own Susie Cohan.

Marie's event raised $8,000 and donations are still coming. All of the donations go to the Susan Cohan Colon Foundation. The proceeds will go towards colon cancer education and prevention. 

Have you ever considered hosting a colon cancer awareness event in your community? 

Getting Started Planning a Colon Cancer Awareness Event
We know how busy folks are. That’s why our experts are here to make planning an event in your community as easy as possible. Our talented team and organizing tools are ready to lend you a hand with everything from a race or golf tournament, a gala or concert, a high school or college fundraiser, a pet event, bake sale, back yard cookout, or any event that you are passionate about. The more creative and fun, the better!

For more information on how to plan a successful event please contact Foundation Director and Event Coordinator Kim Cohan at kim@coloncancerfoundation.org or call 410.244.1778.

We have made fundraising simple and easy too. Just visit www.firstgiving.com/susiescause and create your own fundraising page. It’s all menu driven and the funds are automatically sent to Susie’s Cause. Try it! It just may save someone's life.

Coping with Loss around the Holidays

It’s that time of year again - the holidays. To paraphrase Charles Dickens’ famous quote, “It is the best of times. It is the worst of times.” I never understood that quote or how people could dread such a wonderful time of year as the holidays until the year that my sister died of colon cancer. I dreaded that first holiday without her. But it actually was very therapeutic for me to gather with our family and friends. What really helped that first year was realizing that I was still connected to a loving community of family and friends despite my loss.

Reaching Out
The holidays can be a difficult time for families battling illness or loss, as you know. One of the most important things grief counselors advise is to set realistic goals. Give yourself permission to tweak family traditions to make the holiday manageable for you and your loved ones and allow yourself time to grieve. My niece battled her grief by playing her mom’s favorite music and rereading her letters and cards. And when she was ready to reach out, she turned to her aunties for support. That support grew into the occasional “Auntie’s Weekend”.

Starting New Traditions
Don't be afraid to start new traditions. They can be energizing. My family started a tradition of visiting a museum over the Christmas holiday. It’s fun and it gets people outside and moving. Other families create a photo album, share family stories about a deceased loved one, or create opportunities to connect with friends and neighbors. There’s no right or wrong way to deal with loss. However you manage the holidays, remember to take care of your own health during stressful times and don't be afraid to reach out for help. We all need it at one time or another.

Your Turn: Post a comment on how you have coped with holiday stress or grief. And don’t forget to click back to the Susie’s Cause web site for more information on colon cancer.

Help Us Make a Difference on #GivingTuesday

 Last year alone, over 50,000 people died of colon cancer. It is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths of men and women. This is due, in part, to the lack of comfort about discussing the disease and proper screening efforts. The encouraging truth is that this disease is over 90% curable when detected and treated early.


This year on Tuesday November 27, 2012, Susie’s Cause is partnering with #GivingTuesday to raise funds to support our communities.  All donations are sent directly to Susie’s Cause.

Can you see it in your heart to help us with this important goal? Every donation helps us get the word out, provide more services and host bigger and better Health Fairs in more communities.

Health Fairs
Your donation on #GivingTuesday will help our upcoming Health Fairs make a bigger impact on the communities we serve. These Health Fairs focus on underserved communities where statistically, colon cancer diagnosis and death rates are alarmingly high. Each event is designated to provide a day of overall health education with a particular focus on colon cancer screening and prevention combined with entertainment, fun, and food for the entire family. Held in conjunction with local hospitals, medical centers and health organizations, the fairs provide an opportunity for the community to take advantage of screenings for blood pressure, heart rate and other services conducted by our partner health institutions.

2013 Program
We are currently developing our program for 2013 and plan to kick off the next fair in the Spring during Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Funding for 2013 comes from corporate and public donations. Any amount you wish to give is welcomed and appreciated. Donations made through #GivingTuesday are easy, safe, and secure. To learn more about our community health initiatives and support our program, visit us at #GivingTuesday. Create your own fundraising page and invite your family and friends to support our programs.

Here's How

1. Visit#GivingTuesday
2. Click the green "Join Now" button
3. Create your account or sign if you have an account
4. Create your own personal fundraising page – complete with photo and video
5. Make your donation
6. Email the link to your fundraising page to family and friends.

Join us  Facebook to be a part of #GivingTuesday.

To learn more about the national #GivingTuesday participants and activities or to

join the celebration of giving, please visit:www.givingtuesday.org



 

Pictures from a recent Health Fair

 

 



Support Susie's Cause on #GivingTuesday







Please join us for #GivingTuesday. It will make a big difference.

This year, on Tuesday November 27, 2012, Susie's Cause is partnering with #GivingTuesday to raise funds and make a big difference to the communities we serve.

We absolutely need your help to raise public awareness of the importance of timely screening and its positive impact on reducing colon cancer deaths. A donation of any amount will help us produce more Health Fairs and educate more people and save more lives.

The truth about colon cancer is that one out of every 20 U.S. citizens will experience this disease in their lifetime. You can change that by helping Susie's Cause in their effort to increase awareness, not only about colon cancer, but also about how screening works and how it can save lives.

How Your Donation Can Make a Difference
Your donation on #GivingTuesday will help the upcoming Health Fairs make a bigger impact on the communities we serve. Our Health Fairs focus on underserved communities where statistically colon cancer diagnosis and death rates are alarmingly high. Each event is designed to provide a day of overall health education with a particular focus on colon cancer screening and prevention combined with entertainment, fun, and food for the entire family. Held in conjunction with local hospitals, medical centers and health organizations, the fairs provide an opportunity for the community to take advantage of screenings for blood pressure, heart rate and other services conducted by our partner health institutions.

Every donation helps us get the word out, provide more services and host bigger and better  Health Fairs in more communities.

2013 Program
We are currently developing our program for 2013 and plan to kick off the next fair in the Spring during Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Funding for 2013 comes from corporate and public donations. Any amount you wish to give is welcomed and appreciated. Donations made through First Giving are easy, safe, and secure.  All donations are sent directly to Susie's Cause.

About #GivingTuesday
#Giving Tuesday is a movement to celebrate and provide incentives to give. It will culminate with a national day of giving on November 27, 2012. This first-of-its-kind effort harnesses the collective power of a unique blend of partners - charities, families, businesses and individuals. #GivingTuesday will harness the power of social media to create a national moment around the holidays that is dedicated to giving, similar to how Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become days that are synonymous with holiday shopping.

For more information about colon cancer, please visit our website -
Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation.

Your donation could save a life.

For more information about colon cancer, please visit our website -
Susan Cohan Colon Cancer Foundation

Visit our Giving Tuesday page to make your donation and learn about our community health initiatives.

To learn more about #GivingTuesday participants and activities or to join the celebration of giving, please visit:

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Pictures from a Recent Health Fair in Baltimore