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July 2024
11 questions that could save your life
Watch our 30-second animation and consider the 11 questions that can help you detect cancer and health issues early — when they are most curable.
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Powerful advice from Firefighter & Critical Care Paramedic
Nick Sprague, Chippewa Falls, WI
Stories like Nick's stick with us, haunt us and motivate us because he found DetecTogether too late. Nick wants to help and encourage others to learn from his story.
"3 Steps Detect would have absolutely helped me recognize the symptoms. In hindsight, there were symptoms, but I disregarded those as diet and colorectal issues."
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Cancer survivor brings life-saving 3 Steps Detect full circle
Joe Marchetti, (ret) Deputy Fire Chief, and Joanie Cullinan, (ret) Firefighter, delivered a refresher on DetecTogether's 3 Steps Detect® to Norwood, MA, as they know all too well the power of our early cancer detection program.
One of their brothers, Mike Fagan, is a true early detection success story. He continues to advocate for and bring 3 Steps Detect to the department to reinforce an individual's power in early detection and train the probies.
DetecTogether's program helped him recognize his body's warning signs, how to take action, and be persistent in catching his colon cancer early, "I caught my cancer early, and now I'm back at the job that I love!"
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A new way of thinking about "Do it Yourself" (DIY) Projects
We have all done DIY projects around the house and watched the step-by-step videos. Why not "Do it for Yourself" for your health and learn our easy 3 Steps Detect early cancer detection guide?
You can always buy another house, but you only get one body!
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Meet our new mascot and friend, DeeTs: The cutie above
DeeTs is here to bring a spark of fun and energy to our community. Follow DeeTs' adventures and journey to early detection!
Be on the lookout for DeeTs, who can help save your life.
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Is cancer a nutrient thief?
Johns Hopkins shares 5 early cancer signs that we highlight in our training — these will surprise you!
Cancer can steal your energy as it uses your body's nutrients and energy to grow and advance.
- Extreme exhaustion/fatigue that persists and doesn't get better with rest — It doesn't mean you have cancer, but it can be an early sign of cancer to talk to your doctor about (Use our Two-Week Rule!).
- Fever is a common and temporary symptom of colds, flu, and infection, but it can also be an early warning sign of cancer.
If you don't suspect illness or infection and you're getting persistent, recurring fevers, particularly at night and maybe even with sweating, it's time to call your doctor.
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Taking a 🔎closer look at DetecTogether on K-LOVE Radio
DetecTogether's President and Executive Director, Tricia Laursen, spoke to Peter Kaye of K-LOVE Radio about the importance of advocating for yourself and using the 3 Steps Detect roadmap to early cancer detection and taking action and to save your own life.
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Great NonProfits
Exciting news! Since 2016, DetecTogether has been a top-rated nonprofit on GreatNonprofits! We're honored to continue getting this recognition. Help us spread the power of the 3 Steps Detect early cancer detection mission and momentum!
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💪Cancer Survivors Inspire Generosity and Action The DetecTogether Gala, Auction, and Golf Tournament were a great success! We raised 1.2 million dollars, and thanks to generous donors, our firefighter programs and online learning are free! The event brought together survivors and kind-hearted, passionate supporters to champion our life-saving mission.
DetecTogether is the only nonprofit dedicated to teaching people how to recognize the early warning signs of cancer and use 3 Steps Detect to save your own life. Hearing the heartfelt stories of survivors inspired us all.
The enthusiastic participation in the Auction demonstrated guests’ commitment to the cause, preparing more people with the knowledge and inspiration needed to take timely healthcare action and harness the benefits of early cancer detection.
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2024 ASICS Falmouth Road Race
August 18, 2024
🏃♀️Together, we are saving lives!
Supporting a DetecTogether Charity Athlete enables 3 Steps Detect to reach more first responders, save more lives, and lessen the devastating toll that cancer takes on individuals, families, and communities.
Our programs do more than teach the 3 Steps Detect roadmap to early cancer detection; they cause life-saving action.
Charity runners are at 74% of their goal.
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TCS New York City Marathon
November 3, 2024
DetecTogether is 👟 lacing up for the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon. By cheering on our DetecTogether Charity Athletes, you're not just supporting a race—you're joining a life-saving mission!
With every step, they spread the 3 Steps Detect action plan, helping us reach more firefighters, save more lives, and reduce the heartache cancer brings to families and communities.
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Captain Julio Delucchi Pancreatic Cancer at 59, Diagnosed at Stage 2
Pancreatic cancer is often caught in late-stage. Thanks to 3 Steps Detect, Julio caught his cancer earlier.
"As a cancer liaison for Station 36, San Francisco Fire Department, I learned about DetectTogether’s 3 Steps Detect. I passed the early cancer detection program information on to the members of 36, and it really stuck with me."
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Your cancer diagnosis experience can help others detect cancer early. Consider sharing it to raise awareness and save lives.
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