Join the #NoHairSelfie Movement in Support of Cancer Research

Did you know that in 2012, an estimated 14.1 million new cases of cancer occurred worldwide? That is a staggering number!

That’s why today I’m sharing information with you on the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre’s #NoHairSelfie movement which is happening on February 4, 2015 – World Cancer Day.

I can pretty well guarantee that there is not one person in North America that hasn’t been touched by cancer in one way or another.

I know I have.  My sister battled breast cancer and won, I am thrilled to say she is now more than five years cancer free.

On the flipside, I have lost grandparents, aunts, uncles, co-workers, and friends to this devastating illness.  The most poignant example to my family, of how totally catastrophic this hellish disease can be, is when my husband’s only sibling died from pancreatic cancer at the age of forty-five.

As a nurse, I have also seen cancer from the treatment side and have first-hand knowledge of it’s disastrous effects on both the cancer patient and on their families.

Many of us know someone who has lost their hair as part of their cancer treatment. So by shaving your head (you can do it actually or virtually!)  You can demonstrate your support for thousands of Canadian cancer patients and their treatment journey.

Participating in the #NoHairSelfie is a way of standing alongside those that are fighting cancer so they don’t have to stand alone.  At the same time, you are raising awareness and money for cancer research.

By participating in the #NoHairSelfie campaign you will inspire friends and family to show their support and raise funds for cancer research.

So Shave. Share. Donate. Join me in the #NoHairSelfie movement so that together we can conquer cancer in our lifetime.

On February 4th, 2015, demonstrate your support for thousands of cancer patients by actually or virtually shaving your head and posting your #NoHairSelfie to raise funds for cancer research.

Visit the following links for  information on how to BE- A-HAIR-TICIPANT, how to become a VIRTUAL CROP-TOP  or to DONATE to this extremely worthwhile cause.

 You can also follow along with the #NoHairSelfie movement on:

Facebook ~ Twitter ~ Google+ ~ LinkedIn ~ Instagram ~ Pinterest ~ YouTube

Would love for you to join us for a #NoHairSelfie Twitter Chat & help spread the word about this fabulous initiative!

CHAT DETAILS:

Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2015
Time: 1 to 1:30 pm EST
Hashtag: #NoHairSelfie
Host: @thePMCF
Moderators: @shesconnected,  @chancesmommy, @mommyoutside, @christinekorda,@simplystacienet 

No prizing or RSVP.

Join us to show your support for the #NoHairSelfie movement!