Although few would disagree that childhood cancer is devastating and life altering for all involved, the fact remains that cancer research for children is consistently and significantly underfunded. Since 1975, cancer rates have increased by 21 percent, yet funding is seriously lacking. With an increased awareness of the possible treatments that could lead to earlier cures and a decrease in the short and long-term side effects related to cancer and current treatments, children could begin to receive new, cutting edge lifesaving treatment.
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Currently, there is an estimated $30 million gap in funds for childhood cancer research funding. Although the average age of death related to childhood cancer is eight years old and an estimated mortality rate of 1 in 5 children dying within five years of diagnosis, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) still spends nearly 96% of its budget on adult cancers and only 4% of its budget on children cancers.
Finding ways to help in the fight against childhood cancer is easier than you may think. Donating time or funds, spreading awareness, and promoting fundraising efforts are some of the easy ways you can help eliminate childhood cancers for future generations. One Florida business owner, Brandy Cohen of Insane Cookies, is doing just that. By clicking a link on the I Care I Cure childhood cancer research foundation website, customers can choose to have a portion of proceeds from their cookie purchases donated to this incredibly worthy cause. Cohen is making her own mark in cancer research while doing what she loves, making people happy.
To find out more about getting involved in I Care, I Cure cancer research efforts, or to donate funds to the cause, please visit the links below:
http://www.icareicure.org/get-involved/
http://www.icareicure.org/donate-now/
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