Thanks for the link. Yes that’s a lot of programs to fund. Just looking into the LiveOn Program which requires an additional $675 for storage! errr where's the funding?
Hang I'll check the Stigma program:
"How will the campaign work?
The campaign seeks to raise awareness of the global cancer burden and reduce the stigma associated with cancer through culturally relevant and targeted messaging. Based on the level of stigma in-country and the need for accurate information, we will create a data-driven, evidence-based campaign that directly challenges negative perceptions or misinformation by collaborating with local organizations and media on the ground."
- Ok that errr sounds err great I guess but where does the money go? and how are they changing stigma? errrr does cancer really have a stigma?
ok what about the Global Cancer Summit in Dublin? Too bad only dignitaries are invited to that one and Lance was only there for 8 minute speech on day 1.
Don't insult me.
Some people seem to think if one gets cancer there is no other information out there other than Livestrong.
When you’re in hospital there are "rooms" to which the patient and their family are taken to which is filled with resources and information in regards to cancer. There resources are not built around celebrity but they are open, honest and real life factual evidence on cancer, the treatments and support networks.
Yes people who have cancer want support, they want to a lift and they want to believe in some form of divine intervention will save them. But being honest, open and realistic about the disease and allowing for normal routines to continue is the best approach. Filling people’s heads with fist pumping and wearing yellow NIKE trainers does not do anything. Believe me I know. Often it alienates them. In my experiences I’ve had to tell many people thanks for the flag waving but please this is not whats required. We love your support but cancer is very real it’s not climbing a mountain or scoring a touchdown. You see what gets in peoples heads from all of this?
Many times I've suggested to people who have been recently diagnosed with cancer or the family members of people who have beIen diagnosed to read Lance's first book: “It’s not about the bike”. The sections on his treatment are very real and very good account of what one will have to go through in regards to treatment. It was probably the last time Armstrong spoke humbly. But the image of the man turns many off. No one wants to be that way. They want to work through the treatment in private and with the support of their family and friends not with some crank who is skimming a buck of everything he does. Lance once knew cancer. He doesn't know it anymore.
If you want to see what a real organisation does read this link:
http://www.mariecurie.org.uk/whatwedo/
One page will tell you that this is real:
Research commissioned by Marie Curie Cancer Care shows that 64 per cent of people would choose to die at home. In reality only 25 per cent achieve this.
Every year, Marie Curie Nurses make that wish possible for thousands of cancer patients in cities, towns and villages across the UK.
Marie Curie Nurses now care for around 50 per cent of all cancer patients who die at home. They work through the night or during the day to provide care for patients in the comfortable and familiar surroundings of their own home.
Our nurses are also there for families and carers - providing practical and emotional support at what can be an exhausting time. Marie Curie Nursing is always free of charge to patients and carers.
Believe me this *** makes a real difference not the “programs” you spout off about. Free. Its free. Support an organisation like this. Just compare to this website to Livestrong. It will change your view forever.
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