Brain tumor research is very important because of the many factors which seem to be linked to the case. Those who have been diagnosed with cancer may see that their activity has slowed down over the course of time, to name one example. However, this may not be the case for everyone, as I have read about recently. The story about a man in Durham working hard to prove himself has become one that has shown that supposed limits can be broken because of increased levels of motivation.
An article on the Herald-Sun talked about Greg Sousa, a 43-year-old man, was given enough votes to move onto the finals of the Iroman Hawaii triathlon in October. It's apparent that there has been a great deal of support for Sousa but being able to prove himself in this kind of competition seems to be the ultimate goal set in place. However, I think that this is also a great story for organizations like Voices Against Brain Cancer. Those who know anything about brain tumor research should pay attention, too.
I think it should be noted that Sousa is not exactly inexperienced as far as these races are concerned. He has taken part in one triathlon after another ever since he was 23 with a total of thirty such events resting under his belt. Sousa was diagnosed with cancer during the previous summer and the tumor had to be removed, despite the fact that malignant cells seem to still be present. In terms of racing, Sousa has been driven to become part of the widely regarded Ironman Hawaii.
Sousa's effort definitely deserves to be mentioned because it seems like he has not slowed down in terms of physical activity. This is interesting because most would consider cancer with this symptom, as individuals may not be able to physically work, at least not for long stretches. Sousa has done well, though, keeping up with multiple activities en route to the finals. Not only has he been running but swimming and cycling have been done as well, so much that they can be considered rituals.
I don't think that brain tumor research is very short on attention, as it seems like a number of people are going to be focused on it. It can definitely become greater as far as awareness is concerned, though, and these stories have proven that. As much as information about this cancer in general is important, it should also be noted that the feel-good stories have their own impact. Sousa's tale is one such example and I believe that his efforts to become involved in the race should be commended.
An article on the Herald-Sun talked about Greg Sousa, a 43-year-old man, was given enough votes to move onto the finals of the Iroman Hawaii triathlon in October. It's apparent that there has been a great deal of support for Sousa but being able to prove himself in this kind of competition seems to be the ultimate goal set in place. However, I think that this is also a great story for organizations like Voices Against Brain Cancer. Those who know anything about brain tumor research should pay attention, too.
I think it should be noted that Sousa is not exactly inexperienced as far as these races are concerned. He has taken part in one triathlon after another ever since he was 23 with a total of thirty such events resting under his belt. Sousa was diagnosed with cancer during the previous summer and the tumor had to be removed, despite the fact that malignant cells seem to still be present. In terms of racing, Sousa has been driven to become part of the widely regarded Ironman Hawaii.
Sousa's effort definitely deserves to be mentioned because it seems like he has not slowed down in terms of physical activity. This is interesting because most would consider cancer with this symptom, as individuals may not be able to physically work, at least not for long stretches. Sousa has done well, though, keeping up with multiple activities en route to the finals. Not only has he been running but swimming and cycling have been done as well, so much that they can be considered rituals.
I don't think that brain tumor research is very short on attention, as it seems like a number of people are going to be focused on it. It can definitely become greater as far as awareness is concerned, though, and these stories have proven that. As much as information about this cancer in general is important, it should also be noted that the feel-good stories have their own impact. Sousa's tale is one such example and I believe that his efforts to become involved in the race should be commended.
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