Hello friends!
I am raising funds for Pedal the Cause in the fight against cancer.
This year specifically I am raising funds in support of Hispanic Heritage Month. Cancer is the second leading cause of death among Hispanic people, accounting for 17% of deaths. This means that 1 in 2 Latino men and 1 in 3 Latina women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Compared with non-Hispanic Whites, Hispanic/Latin men and women are:
* Less likely to be diagnosed with the most common cancers: lung, colorectal, breast, and prostate
* More likely to develop cancer in the liver, stomach, and cervix. These cancers are linked with infectious agents, such as HPV, and are largely preventable.
Please support my efforts by donating to my fundraiser and give with confidence knowing that 100% of your donation will fund lifesaving cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
Thank you for your support!
