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    March 22, 2024

    Light Up the Night, Light Up Hope: Go Blue for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 

    March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shed light on this disease.     Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, affecting both men and women. One powerful way to raise awareness and show support is by participating in the #BlueForCRC campaign. By turning your city or town blue, you can make a significant impact in promoting awareness, encouraging screenings, and saving lives.  

    Why Blue? 
    The colon cancer ribbon is blue, making blue lights a striking visual reminder of the fight against this cancer. Seeing landmarks and buildings bathed in blue creates a sense of community and solidarity. 

    How to Get Involved 

    • Contact Your Local Officials: Reach out to your mayor, city council members, or parks department. Explain the #BlueForCRC initiative and ask if they'd be willing to illuminate a local landmark, building, or bridge in blue during March. 
    • Spread the Word: Share the #BlueForCRC campaign on social media. Encourage friends, family, and neighbors to contact their local representatives. 
    • Think Big (or Small): Don't be discouraged if you can't light up a major landmark. Even lighting up your own porch or asking local businesses to participate can make a big impact. 

    Shine a Light on Prevention 
    Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, but it's also highly preventable through regular screenings. Early detection is key to successful treatment. 

    By participating in #BlueForCRC, you're not just raising awareness – you're helping to save lives. The more people who know about colorectal cancer and the importance of screenings, the more lives we can protect. 

    Here are some additional resources: 
    • The Colon Cancer Coalition: Colon Cancer Coalition: https://coloncancercoalition.org/ 
    • Fight Colorectal Cancer: [Fight Colorectal Cancer organization ON Fight Colorectal Cancer fightcolorectalcancer.org] 

    Let's turn our cities and towns blue this March and show colorectal cancer that we won't back down! 

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    Make a Difference in 6 Minutes: Parkinson's Awareness Month 

    April is Parkinson's Awareness Month, a time to unite against this progressive neurological disease. A staggering statistic: someone in the U.S. receives a Parkinson's diagnosis every 6 minutes. But together, we can make a difference! 

    Actionable Steps: 

    Fight Back with Research - 

    • Become a PD GENEration Hero: You can participate in a free genetic study for Parkinson's. Contribute to research breakthroughs!  

    • Learn from the Experts: You can Watch informative Neuro Talk videos on Parkinson's research. Explore research studies you can join.  

    • Donate for a Brighter Future: You can support the Parkinson's Virtual Biotech to accelerate development of life-changing treatments.  

    Get the Care You Deserve -  

    • Connect with Parkinson's Specialists: You can call the free Helpline (1-800-4PD-INFO) for referrals or exercise classes near you. 

    • Find Your Parkinson's Care Team: You can use the zip code search to locate medical centers and local chapters. Order a hospital safety kit to advocate for your best care.  

    Stay Informed, Get Involved -  

    • Empower Yourself with Knowledge: You can read PD publications and register for PD Health @ Home events. Gain the tools to effectively manage Parkinson's.  

    • Join the Parkinson's Community: You can sign up for the email list for the latest updates. Share our PD infographic to raise awareness.  

    • Attend Local Events: You can connect with others who understand Parkinson's at educational or community events (in-person or virtual).  

    • #ABCsofPD on Social Media: You can follow us as we explore Parkinson's complexity and symptoms throughout April. Share your story using #ABCsofPD! 

    Light Up April with Hope -  

    Your 6 minutes can truly make a difference. Let's raise awareness, accelerate research, and empower those living with Parkinson's. Together, we can create a brighter future where Parkinson's is better understood and managed.  

    For more resources and information, visit the Parkinson’s Foundation!