Short Summary
This campaign is to help the publication of my book, Is Cancer in Us, and to contribute to the American Cancer Society to help fight against cancer.
There are several distinct differences between this book and other cancer books. For example, it looks at cancer from a somewhat different angle and utilizes analogies to make it easier for non-technical people to understand different aspects of cancer. In addition, this book also provides useful information on how to reduce the chances of getting cancer.
I lost my father, mother, mother-in-law, a college roommate, and several friends to cancer; thus, I hate to see anyone affected by cancer. As a cancer researcher for 30 years, I am highly motivated to write this book to share what I’ve learned with the general public, both non-technical and technical people.
A preview of some sections of the book can be seen on my blog, www.WhatAboutCancer.com
The following is a paragraph extracted from the book:
No one can guarantee that he or she will never get cancer, but there is a lot we can do to significantly reduce the chances of getting cancer. One fundamental principle is “Do not abuse your body.” Because your body is built according to nature’s rules, it should be used and maintained in the manner it is supposed to. Every part of your body exists for a reason and there are rules set up by nature for us to follow so that every part works properly. In my opinion, if nature’s rules for a human body are not followed, there is a higher chance for a person to get cancer. Therefore, there are some things one can do to reduce the chances of getting cancer. I will blog more about this in the near future.
What We Need & What You Get
With your help, if we can achieve our campaign goal of $5,000, we will be able to produce 500 copies of the book and donate $1,000 to the American Cancer Society.
If we can rally people to raise more than our goal, every penny over $5,000 will also be donated to the American Cancer Society. For example, a total of $9,000 raised will result in a $5,000 donation to the American Cancer Society.
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The Impact
Risks & Challenges
If we do not reach our goal, your perks will still be awarded. Your contribution to the American Cancer Society will still be made. There is no risk for you. However, if we are not successful in this campaign, there won't be much money donated to the American Cancer Society.
Therefore, we need to get as many people involved and raise enough funds to publish the book and make a significant donation to the American Cancer Society.
Other Ways You Can Help
We understand that not everyone is able to make contributions towards this project. If this is the case for you, please do let your friends and acquaintances know about this project to let more people learn about cancer and donate to the American Cancer Society simultaneously. You can also use the Indiegogo share tools to spread the news.
By the way, no matter what your decision is, please continue to read my blog at WhatAboutCancer.com from time to time and hope you can learn more abut cancer.
Thank you very much for your participation.
Sincerely yours,
Jiajiu Shaw, Ph.D.
www.WhatAboutCancer.com
