Monday, November 3, 2008

Welcome to Movember!

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This month I am participating in the Aussie Tradition known as Movember. For the month of Movember (formerlly November) I will be growing (or attempting to grow) as mustache in the name of Men's Health.

Did you know....
Men's health is a major issue.
- Depression affects 1 in 6 men....most don't seek help. Untreated depression is a leading risk factor for suicide.
- Every year 2,900 Australian men die from prostate cancer and over 18,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.
The money raised by Movember is used to raise awareness of men's health issues and donated to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia and beyondblue: the national depression initiative. The PCFA and beyondblue will use the funds to fund research and increase support networks for those men who suffer from prostate cancer and depression.


This is the first time I have every really tried to have facial hair and I am sure that I will look ridiculous, but that is all part of the fun. Anyway if you would like to sponsor my Mo then click here (or on the button on the main page). I will also be posting pictures of my Mo along the way so stay tuned...

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