Breast cancer is a serious issue which troubles a huge population of women around the world. To spread awareness about this killer disease we observe breast cancer awareness month, during the month of October, every year. But it is essential that we extend our support to those fighting the cancer, not only during this month, but throughout the entire year. There are many items that you can purchase to show your support to breast cancer patients and to help in raising funds for research and treatment of the disease.
Listed below are 10 such pink ribbon items, that you should essentially purchase in order to show your support to those fighting the deadly disease of breast cancer.
1. Lemonade
The E boost company has been an active participant in breast cancer research and awareness program for the past three years. The company launched a product the Pink E boost Lemonade, in order to show their support to those fighting cancer.10 % of the proceeds from every purchase of this drink is given to the National Breast Cancer Foundation Center. The pink colored lemonade is infused with green tea, many vitamins and nutrients, and is endorsed by celebrities like Oprah and Heidi Klum. You can purchase this health drink from your nearby vitamin shoppe or else can order it online.
2. Fashion T- Shirts
A trendy way to support the cause of breast cancer is by purchasing fashion T-shirts from the brand Katydid. The T-shirts are manufactured in America and are priced at $133 a piece. They come with features of the iconic pink ribbon at the front and back along with good will messages, and motifs of angel wings and rhinestone accents in bright pink. USD 10 from the sale of a T-shirt is donated to the Susan G Komen for the Cure. The T-shirts can be bought from the company’s official site or from important boutiques nationwide.
3. Swim Wear
In order to help women who have undergone risk reducing mastectomy surgeries, designer Patricia Brett has come up with a new line of swimsuits. These swimsuits are named Veronica Brett, in the memory of the designer’s aunt who had succumbed to breast cancer. The fashionable swim suits which starts at $ 168, are pocketed on both sides and can also be used by women who have naturally asymmetric breasts.
4. Apparel
Joining the cause for fight against breast cancer, is the leading online wedding accessories retailer brand Advantage Bridal. You can purchase Logo apparel and rhinestone studded tees, tanks, baseball caps and totes so as to raise funds for the foundations Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE), 2B Restored and Breastoration.
5. Fitness Wear
The leading sports apparel brand Puma has come out with a pink T-shirt to encourage young soccer fans and players to support the cause of breast cancer. The Project Pink collection also comprises of pink soccer tees, a pink watch and a gym sack. 100 percent of the profit obtained from the sales will go to one deserving charity, that is selected by peoples votes.
6. Exercise Equipment
The creators of the world’s first elliptical bike, the ElliptiGO, showed their support to the cause of breast cancer by launching a pink elliptical bike. This bike provides a great low impact workout for those who are in the process of recovery. USD120 from the sale of every eight-speed bike and $ 90 from the sale of every three-speed bike, will go to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Purchase of the bikes can be done from the company’s website.
7.Bottled Water
The Athena Bottled Water, which is set up by Trisha May, who is a breast cancer survivor, is one of the leading supporters in the cause of breast cancer awareness. The company which was recently acquired by DS waters, sells pink labeled bottles which supports the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The bottles can be purchased from retail outlets or selected company websites.
8. Jewelry
To support the cause of breast cancer, you can buy funky friendship bracelets designed by the Designer Chann Luu. The bracelets come in various styles and are priced at $20, $50 and $190 repsectively. Fifty percent of the proceeds obtained from the sale of these bracelets, will go to the website breastcancer.org.
9. Spibelt
The Spibelt, which is priced at $19.95 a piece, is helpful in securing all your items like cash, keys, credit cards and mobile phones in one place. Twenty percent of the proceeds obtained from the sale of this versatile accessory, goes to Susan G. Komen for the Cure
10. Calender
The organization Beyond Boobs, which helps young women diagnosed with pre menopause breast cancer, bring out their annual calender named: A Calender To Live By. The calender which is priced at $15, features vital information regarding breast cancer and testing and also features photos and inspirational stories from other survivors.
