The problem of the childhood cancer is increasing as the time passes and according to the latest statistics, an increase of 29% has been seen in the children cancer cases in the last 20 years. You will just be surprised to know that about 57% of the total deaths in the children occur because of cancer and one in every 285 children (in the USA) is affected by one of the various types of cancer. All these statistics illustrate the need for raising awareness and promoting research on the cause.

If you are aware September is observed as an awareness month for the childhood cancer and as the month has started, you can move your step forward to make your contribution towards the cause.

Different types of Childhood Cancer

There are three types of cancer that children can get affected with:

1. Leukemia: Also known as blood cancer, leukemia is the cancer of white blood cells. It is the most common type of cancer that affect the children.

2. Lymphoma: The cancer of lymphoid tissues and the immune system is known as Lymphoma. In this condition, the fighter cells of the immune system do not work properly and thus, remain unable to protect the body.

3. Solid Tumors: A group of sick cells stick together and forms a lump known as a solid tumor. These tumors can develop in different body parts including kidneys, brain, liver and bones. Brain tumor, sarcoma, liver cancer, thyroid cancer are some of the various types of solid tumors.

Some childhood cancer statistics

• Leukemia is the most common type of cancer among children, which is followed by nervous system tumors.

• Even after a lot of research work, causes of cancer in children are unknown.

• In the US, 43 new cases of childhood cancer are diagnosed every day.

• The average age at which the kids are diagnosed with cancer is 6.

• Around 3500 kids die due to cancer every year, in the US only.

• 12% of the kids having cancer do not survive and about 60% of those who survive experience late effects like infertility, muscular difficulties and secondary cancers.

Undoubtedly, a small step taken by you will make a big difference. So, create a plan and start working today only to give a hope for the cure to the little ones. Thinking what to do or where to start from? Then we have the answer to that.

 

Customize Childhood Cancer Awareness Wristbands

 

Use childhood cancer silicone bracelets to spread a word about the cause and to promote the research for effective treatments and better diagnostics. The golden color rubber bracelets with an appealing message imprinted on them will work great to get the attention of others and spread the word toward the cause. They can also be used as a fundraising item in different ways. So, what you are waiting for. Choose a catchy message for childhood cancer awareness wristbands, choose required size and style, and then place an order.