Breast Cancer is one of the leading causes of death amongst Canadian women. It is the most common cancer found in women and can be detected in women as young as twenty. While breast cancer is most commonly attributed to women a rarely known fact is that men can also be infected with this disease. Studies indicate that 1 in 9 women will have breast cancer in their lifetime. Out of every 27 women that do become diagnosed, one will die of this disease. While that number is not nearly as high in men, studies have shown that breast cancer is a serious threat to Canadian Men as well. In 2007 it is estimated that just over 22 000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and about 5300 women will die of it. Research shows that 170 men will also be diagnosed and 50 will lose their life to this disease. The good news is that these numbers are declining and this is largely in thanks to the Canadian Breast Cancer Society and it’s exceptional research efforts.

The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation has been leading the way through cancer research since 1986. During that time the foundation has relied on it’s volunteers to dedicate moneys raised through donations for:
-Relevant research efforts
-Awareness and education programs
-Early diagnosis efforts
-Effective treatment measures
-Quality of life for those diagnosed with breast cancer

The Canadian Breast Cancer foundation has relied on the time, effort and commitment of it’s volunteers since it’s inception. The hard work and passion of these volunteers has meant so much and saved so many lives.

If you would like to join the Canadian Breast Cancer Society in their fight against this disease there are so many ways that you can do this. To make a monetary donation can you visit the Canadian Breast Cancer on the web or contact them by phone. Donations will be greatly accepted and tax receipts will be given for all donations over ten dollars. If you are interested in taking part in one of the Canadian Breast Cancer walks for the cure you can do so individually or as a team. These walks are a meaningful and positive way to make a difference and also to be active. You can choose to participate in an existing event within your community or you can also plan an event of your own. If you are interested in volunteering with the foundation you can certainly do that as well. Volunteers work in a variety of different areas including: answering the phones, making pink ribbons or helping to plan a “walk for the cure” or other event. Another way that you can the foundation is by taking part in the “shop for the cure” campaign. Several retailers through out the country are offering “pink ribbon” items that you would normally purchase for your household anyway. When you purchase a pink ribbon item, some of the money from each sale will go direction to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation’s efforts.

The good news is that all of the efforts of the foundation are definitely paying off. Each year we are seeing a significant decrease in the amount of people diagnosed with breast cancer as well as a decrease in the number of breast cancer related deaths. All in all, breast cancer death rates have decreased 25% since 1986.