Pink Ribbon Day Monday 27 October 2008
Pink Ribbon Day is part of Australia’s
Breast Cancer Day and is an annual awareness day
promoted by the Cancer Council Tasmania to increase awareness
of breast cancer and raise funds to combat the disease
and support women and their families.
All funds raised through the sale of Pink Ribbon Day merchandise
are directed towards breast cancer research and essential
support services for women with breast cancer and their
families.
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In Tasmania around 320 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each
year and around 70 women die from the disease. One in eight women
in Australia will develop breast cancer by the age of 75.
The good
news is that the five-year relative survival proportion for women
with breast cancer is the highest of all women’s cancer at
85% - an increase from 72% in the previous 10 years. This is because ofadvances in early detection and treatment.
Buying and wearing a pink ribbon is a way for Tasmanians to show
their support for people affected by breast cancer and help raise
money for vital research, education and support services.
Pink Ribbon Day events 2007
Pink Ribbon Day Breakfast
When: Monday 22 October, 7-9 am (7.15 am start)
Where: Moorilla Estate, 655 Main Road, Berriedale
Cost: $42 per person (tables of 10 available)
Join us at the Pink Ribbon Day Breakfast and support breast cancer awareness. The theme is pink so don a tie, scarf or something a little more outrageous and join the fun. For more adventurous souls – we’d love to see a full pink regalia if it takes your fancy.
Book tickets now or call (03) 6233 2145 (Erin).
Think Pink Ball
Click here for more information on the Think Pink Ball.
Pink Ribbon Day merchandise
Help us to raise
funds this October. The money raised on Pink Ribbon Day makes
a real impact - as well as funding research
projects, The Cancer Council Tasmania
will also help those affected by breast cancer with information and support
services.
Pre-packed merchandise box
This merchandise
display box is great for fundraising at your workplace, club,
school or on the shop counter. Each box contains 12 silk ribbons ($3 each), 6
enamel pins ($5 each), 4 diamante pins ($10 each) and 8 wristbands
($4 each).
Each order is delivered by volunteers within approximately 10
working days (from September) and includes merchandise, a poster,
banking
instructions,
and a
bank
deposit slip.
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Silk ribbon ($3)
Show your support by wearing a pink ribbon during October.
The pink ribbon is a national symbol of support and recognition
for women who have been touched by breast cancer. The silk ribbon is included in pre-packed merchandise boxes.
Wrist band ($4)
Be sure to buy a wrist band and wear it with pride! The wrist
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Enamel pin ($5)
Don't miss your chance to purchase one of the high quality, stylish enamel pins. Enamel pins are included in pre-packed merchandise boxes.
Diamante pin ($10)
This beautiful pin is a best seller! It is an accessory that can be worn year round to show ongoing support for the breast cancer cause. The diamante pin is included in pre-packed merchandise boxes. |
 
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