Keeping the Movember Conversation Going

Everton Park residents will probably remember the Movember campaign which took place last November and saw many locals shaping new facial hair styles.

While some residents may still be sporting their new facial hair, the real objective of the event was not just growing mos, but also raising funds and awareness for men’s health issues, in particular depression and prostate cancer.

Last year’s Movember campaign helped to raise more than $111 million globally, which is an amazing effort.  These funds have helped programs that support prostate cancer and male depression initiatives, such as the Prostate Cancer of Australia and beyondblue: the national depression initiative.

Movember has also helped start the conversation about men’s health issues, but it’s important that we talk about these issues even when it isn’t November, to help educate people and prompt a change in behaviour that encourages people to seek out help when they need it. Awareness for all kinds of health issues can help save lives.

So keep the Movember conversation going and take it upon yourself to learn more about the Movember movement and why it’s so important.

Are there any Everton Park residents that plan on growing their mo for Movember this year?