Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

During Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, help us spread the message of bladder cancer awareness and let others know the warning signs of bladder cancer. This month is observed in May each year. Bladder cancer is a common type of cancer in the United States. The pin representing bladder cancer awareness is purple, blue and marigold, which is available on this site. The pin can be personalized, if you choose, with a name, date or message. Or, we offer a non-personalized purple, blue and marigold enamel pin, as well.

Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is a time to educate the population about bladder cancer. According to The National Cancer Institute, there are three types of bladder cancer. These cancers are named for the type of cells that become malignant. Firstly, transitional cell carcinoma, begins in cells in the innermost tissue layer of the bladder. Secondly, squamous cell carcinoma, begins in the squamous cells, and may form after long-term infection or irritation. Thirdly, adenocarcinoma, begins in glandular cells that are found in the lining of the bladder.

Cancer that is in the lining of the bladder is called superficial. According to federal statistics, about three out of four people survived five years or more after being diagnosed with bladder cancer between 2006 and 2012.

Rates of Diagnosis – Learn More During Bladder Cancer Awareness Month

Bladder Cancer. Two words that deliver a devastating impact. Every year, over 570,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer and 1.7 million people find themselves living with the condition. It is the tenth most commonly diagnosed cancer and the thirteenth cause of death from cancer globally. But, a timely diagnosis offers a significant increase in the chance of long-term survival and quality of life. Blood in the urine is the most important warning sign of bladder cancer.

Yet bladder cancer is the forgotten cancer, and it should not be. We need to unite and raise our voices for people affected by bladder cancer. World Bladder Cancer Awareness Month in May is a chance for us to do exactly that! For that reason, it is important to wear your purple, blue and marigold pin to raise awareness.

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One of the main barriers in timely diagnosis of bladder cancer are related to the symptoms. Both symptoms and the way in which people respond to them can vary, especially as some of the symptoms are not immediately seen as linked to bladder cancer. The discovery of blood in the urine, painful urination, and irregular urination can all be mistaken for other conditions, causing bladder cancer to be overlooked. The Bladder Cancer Awareness Month campaign aims to bring attention to the misrepresentation of symptoms and encourages people to re-evaluate their symptoms, as what they thought they saw may actually be something different.

During this awareness month, the goal of Bladder Cancer Awareness Month is to spark conversations that raise awareness about the disease. We do this by highlighting the symptoms of bladder cancer and overcoming any barriers to seeking medical advice.