[looneycat]

Originally Posted by xNYer

This misstates the frequency of the various cancers. Breast and prostate cancers are far more prevalent than pancreatic cancer. The considerable advancement in treatments of the more frequently diagnosed cancers has caused a significant reduction in the five year death rate.

it does not show frequency at all just the percent of those who die, it states exactly what it claims to. the incidence of cancer is roughly 235,000/yr of whom the 5 year mortality rate is 40,000. the incidence of pancreatic cancer is about 41,000/yr of whom 39,500 die in 5 years.....neither is a good outcome

[looneycat]

Originally Posted by goodtimesintv

If you feel slighted with other types of cancer, then DO what the women did to raise awareness and the research monies.

While men could have been campaigning to raise awareness and research monies for prostate cancer, they--at younger ages than prostate cancer years--have seemed to be far more focused on Viagra and the other superficial drugs. That is stupid.

they have but nobody created a campaign for them that appealed to women as well. no pink ribbons or cute clothes and hats and bags to buy in pink for a disease that almost always kills. to say that men didn't campaign because they were too busy with viagra is just obscene.

[looneycat]

Originally Posted by NotFromAroundHere

So what you're saying is - breast cancer awareness, which is certainly increased by all of the pink events, helps to reduce the mortality from breast cancer and other types of cancer.

really? at which pink event were there other types of cancer survivors, how were they highlighted at these events?

[looneycat]

[QUOTE=Loudoll;1122878]

Originally Posted by looneycat

while I understand the popularity of breast cancer events, everybody is obsessed with boobs, they draw the public awareness away from the truly deadly cancers.

It makes me sad to see in the oncologist's office all the pink ribbons, the fundraiser posters, upcoming events, etc. while my husband waits for his grueling prostate cancer treatment there. Only breast cancer matters.

I hope with all my heart that your husband goes into total remission. I am sorry you have to experience the empty feeling one gets from feeling their issue doesn't get the attention it needs to achieve better results.

[Bonny]

Originally Posted by looneycat

really? at which pink event were there other types of cancer survivors, how were they highlighted at these events?

I'm a cancer survivor. Not breast cancer, but I'll still wear the pink !! It definitely helps all with cancer. Most raise money for cancer research, not just breast cancer.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by goodtimesintv

If you feel slighted with other types of cancer, then DO what the women did to raise awareness and the research monies.

While men could have been campaigning to raise awareness and research monies for prostate cancer, they--at younger ages than prostate cancer years--have seemed to be far more focused on Viagra and the other superficial drugs. That is stupid.

Hey, it's how you live, not how long you live...that's why, thanks to men, we have made great strides in HDTV and sports broadcasting.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by outlaw

Hey, it's how you live, not how long you live...that's why, thanks to men, we have made great strides in HDTV and sports broadcasting.

Sometimes I am just amazed. Just amazed at the things people write. I know they don't mean them.

[Gerald]

I support the breast cancer movement, not because of the breasts but because it is like all cancers a disease to cure. It's terrible effect on the person. If you don't that is your right.

[outlaw]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Sometimes I am just amazed. Just amazed at the things people write. I know they don't mean them.

You must be new to forums.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by outlaw

You must be new to forums.

When the subject is cancer...that about does it for establishing that we are now in serious territory. The only people who are allowed to joke about it, are those who have had it.


Because it is never a light subject and rarely discussed with sports broadcasting.

[l2ridehd]

There is a reason why breast cancer is down to a 10% 5 year survival rate and it's because of all the awareness that pink has created. So lots more early diagnosis because of education, more research into cures, and more knowledge exchanged to identify the correct treatment regiment to follow for those who have this disease.

Other cancers could certainly benefit if the same awareness model was followed. Any cancer cure or improvement in survival rate is good for all of us. And finding cures for any help find cures and add funds and resources to those that still need cures found. So support it and others, it will all help.

[JoMar]

Originally Posted by looneycat

while I understand the popularity of breast cancer events, everybody is obsessed with boobs, they draw the public awareness away from the truly deadly cancers.

Percentage of patients deceased within five years after diagnosis:

Pancreatic cancer –93%
Liver cancer – 83.9%
Lung cancer – 83.4%
Esophageal cancer – 82.7%
Stomach cancer – 72.3%
Brain cancer – 66.5%
Ovarian cancer – 55.8%
Leukemia – 44%
Laryngeal cancer – 39.4%
Oral cancer – 37.8%
Colon cancer – 35.1%
Bone cancer – 33.6%
Colorectal cancer – 33.5%
Cervical cancer – 32.1%
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma - 30.7%
Kidney cancer – 28.2%
Bladder cancer – 22.1%
Uterine cancer – 18.5%
Breast cancer – 10.8%
Skin cancer – 8.7%
Thyroid cancer – 2.3%
Prostate cancer – 0.8%

An example of statistics used to skew opinion that comes from ignorance or laziness to understand what is under the statistics. Either way, not very constructive or informative.

[lambchop285]

Originally Posted by looneycat

while I understand the popularity of breast cancer events, everybody is obsessed with boobs, they draw the public awareness away from the truly deadly cancers.

Percentage of patients deceased within five years after diagnosis:

Pancreatic cancer –93%
Liver cancer – 83.9%
Lung cancer – 83.4%
Esophageal cancer – 82.7%
Stomach cancer – 72.3%
Brain cancer – 66.5%
Ovarian cancer – 55.8%
Leukemia – 44%
Laryngeal cancer – 39.4%
Oral cancer – 37.8%
Colon cancer – 35.1%
Bone cancer – 33.6%
Colorectal cancer – 33.5%
Cervical cancer – 32.1%
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma - 30.7%
Kidney cancer – 28.2%
Bladder cancer – 22.1%
Uterine cancer – 18.5%
Breast cancer – 10.8%
Skin cancer – 8.7%
Thyroid cancer – 2.3%
Prostate cancer – 0.8%

i find this offensive. If you were diagnosed with ANY cancer you would hope for the support of your friends and neighbors... and I dont this TOTV is a proper place to voice your anger....

[FosterMomma]

If your statistics are correct, perhaps the reason Breast Cancer is in the lower ranks is precisely because of the money raised by these events and the awareness they garner. It takes research money to beat this terrible disease.

And if there's a colour and day for any of the other cancers, I would happily support them as well.

[jgreen12]

Click on the links below to find the COMPLETE FACTS. They are GOV. STATISTICS FOR WOMEN, MEN, AND GENERAL.

Common Cancer Types - National Cancer Institute

CDC - Cancer Statistics - Women

CDC - Cancer Statistics - Men