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The Center for Disease Control states that “cancer will claim the lives of nearly 300,000 men in America,” quotes Gresham. “In addition, statistics show that a higher percentage of men will die from cancer than women because they are typically diagnosed at a later stage.” After losing many good friends and family members to cancer, Joel Gresham is committed to spreading the message of cancer awareness. He created the organization Not 1 Forgotten to encourage men to get regular checkups as a preventive measure to stay healthy and live longer. Gresham states, “Our goal is to bring a permanent end to complacency and fear.”

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The artist/activist has created a symbol to rally around, a blue and black necktie designed as a tribute and celebration to honor the lives of men as a national symbol of togetherness. The blue of the necktie signifies hope and faith. The black knot of the necktie is a symbol for healing.

Joel Gresham is an artist and author. He was born in Fort Lauderdale and received his college education in Atlanta, with a degree in broadcasting. As a Dale Carnegie graduate, Joel’s proudest moment came when his peers voted him as “Human Relations Champion.” Joel’s remarkable gift as a fine artist has brought him significant acclaim in his 37 years of experience. In addition to Oprah and Quincy Jones, his works are in many public and private collections including those of Edwin Moses, Bernie Marcus, Paul Winfield, Marla Gibbs, Hank Aaron, James Worthy, and Muhammad Ali.

 

Campaign Targets All Men’s Cancer - Page 2  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

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