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American
Cancer Society Statistics |
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In 2009, an
estimated 192,370 new cases of invasive breast
cancer will be diagnosed among women, as well as
an estimated 62,280 additional cases of in situ
breast cancer. |
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In 2009,
approximately 40,170 women are expected to die
from breast cancer. Only lung cancer accounts
for more cancer deaths in women. |
In 2009,
about 1,910 cases of breast cancer are expected
to occur among men, accounting for about 1% of
all breast cancers. In addition, approximately
440 men will die from breast cancer. |
Oct. 13, 2009—Duanesburg
students and staff are joining the fight against breast
cancer, one pink hair extension at a time.
On Thursday, Oct. 15, middle/high school students and staff
can participate in a new and exciting fundraising program,
Pink Hair for Hope.
With a $5 donation to the National Breast Cancer Foundation,
individuals can receive a free pink hair extension. The
extensions will last approximately three to six weeks unless
there is a desire to take them out earlier.
Jodi Polsin, a local hair stylist from Echo Salon, is
donating her time during lunch periods. She will place the
hair extensions using glue and an iron.
“It’s a quick and easy process that will take approximately
five minutes per student,” said middle/high school health
teacher Maureen Moffett, who helped organize the event.
In order to participate, students must return a permission
slip signed by their parent or guardian along with the
donation by Tuesday, Oct. 13.
For more information, contact Maureen Moffett at mmoffett@duanesburg.org
or 895-5350, ext. 449.
Pink ribbons will also be on sale throughout the day on the
15th for $1, and students will also be encouraged to wear
pink clothing.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Join the Duanesburg Teachers Association as they make
strides against breast cancer. The association has formed a
team to participate in the Making Strides Against Breast
Cancer walk on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 12 p.m. in Washington
Park, Albany.
Duanesburg friends are encouraged to show their support by
fundraising or walking along with the team.
Donations may also be made online. |
