WHAT ARE WE DOING?
Throughout the month of November we are raising awareness for Men's health. We will be doing this by hosting a charity car wash to raise money for two charities: The Oddballs Foundation and CALM.
WHY ARE WE DOING THIS?
November is recognised as a month that raises awareness for and educates people on the topic of men's health, both mentally and physically. This is why we have chosen two charities to donate towards; The Oddballs Foundation and CALM.
THE ODDBALLS FOUNDATION
The Oddballs Foundation is a charity that raises awareness for testicular cancer. Testicular Cancer is around 95% curable, so early diagnosis and regular checking is important. The foundations' aim is to fit as many ‘check yourself ‘ guides into male toilets and changing rooms across the country. This will encourage males to check themselves regularly and in doing so detect any problems early.
In the UK alone, around 2,300 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer each year. Testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer to affect men between the ages of 15 and 49.
More information about the Oddballs Foundation can be found here.
In the UK alone, around 2,300 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer each year. Testicular cancer is the most common type of cancer to affect men between the ages of 15 and 49.
More information about the Oddballs Foundation can be found here.
CALM |
CALM are a charity that take a stand against suicide. Here they focus on breaking down stereotypes around suicide, and standing together in ensuring that people know life is worth living. This is done by provoking conversation, running life-saving services, and bringing people together so they can get help when they need it.
125 lives are lost every week to suicide, with 75% of all UK suicides being male. The charity exists to change this.
More information about CALM can be found here.
125 lives are lost every week to suicide, with 75% of all UK suicides being male. The charity exists to change this.
More information about CALM can be found here.
CHARITY CAR WASH
On Wednesday the 24th November members of Staff and the Executive Committee ran a charity car wash! We raised a total of £126.10 for The Oddballs Foundation, and £110.80 for CALM. Thank you all for your donations, we really appreciate them!
