April is Cancer Month

Spring is here and that means two things–the ice on the lakes is going to be out soon and Cancer Month is here!
April once again has been proclaimed Cancer Month by the Town of Fort Frances, and the Canadian Cancer Society’s flag will be flying outside the Civic Centre all month–symbolizing our unified front in the fight against cancer.
All through the month, numerous volunteers will be canvassing your neighbourhood hoping you will give generously to the Canadian Cancer Society to help find a cure.
By giving generously to your local Canadian Cancer Society canvasser, you are helping find a cure for cancer, helping those with cancer live more comfortably and with the hope that a cure will be found, and helping promote healthy lifestyles to prevent people from getting cancer.
Nearly 70 percent of all cancer is preventable, and treatment success has increased dramatically when cancer is detected and treated early.
Every day, Canadian Cancer Society volunteers deliver health and lifestyle information promoting the value and safety of our healthy lifestyle alternatives, prevention, detection, and early treatment.
By donating to the Canadian Cancer Society, you are helping prevent cancer!
More and more patients also are turning to the Canadian Cancer Society when they need help. Last year, volunteers helped more than 20,000 patients with emotional support, transportation, and a helping hand.
The Cancer Information Service toll-free line and “Cancer Connection” line have helped people with their questions and concerns.
By giving to the Canadian Cancer Society, you are helping people at a time when they really need it!
Last year, more than $20 million went to promising, life-saving cancer research projects. Health promotions and patient services are vital in providing help today but research is the best hope for tomorrow.
Research is the only way to eradicate cancer.
By giving generously this April, you can help find a cure!
Local volunteers and canvassers will be knocking at your door this month. Some local folks have been canvassing their neighbourhoods for more than 30 years so please look for them.
Do them a favour–clean your walkway and leave a light on so they can get to your door safely!
And remember, the cure for cancer could be right at your doorstep!