Testicular cancer is no laughing matter. It’s the number one form of cancer found in young men, age 15 to 35.
In a ballsy sorta way, LUNA balances awareness with entertainment at Feeling Nuts?, an educational comedy show this April Fool’s Day (Friday, April 1, 2011).
With a 96% survival rate when detected early, it’s worth it to learn about a few simple steps towards preventing testicular cancer. Learn about them for yourself, your friends, and family at Rainbow Theatre in Whistler Conference Centre at 6:30PM. Entry is $10 for singles or $8 each per couple (LUNA members pay $7 singles/$5 each couples). Tickets are available at Whistler’s Foto Source and at Rainbow Theatre from 6:30PM Friday.
Information tables will be hosted by the Canadian Cancer Society, RMOW Smoking Regulation Communication project, Squamish Relay for Life, Ballsy Cancer Society and MonaVie. Show includes a testimonial story by Thomas Cantley of Ballsy Cancer Society followed by comedian John Beuhler.
Cantley was diagnosed two years ago during a routine visit to his physician after months of discomfort and ignoring the major signs of testicular cancer. Due to his ignorance, the cancer in his left testicle spread at a rapid rate infecting the majority of his lymph nodes. Once detected, it was too late to solely treat the origin of the cancer and Thomas had to undergo a rare and invasive procedure called retroperitoneal lymph node dissection surgery. Without warning, Thomas was quickly submersed into the emotional journey of painful treatments, endless medications and fighting each day to survive.
This summer, Cantley will push a gigantic white ball across Canada and the U.S. as the final part of his upcoming documentary on his journey with testicular cancer. And on April 1st, he will share his story at LUNA’s Feeling Nuts? event.
After Cantley, comedian John Beuhler will take the stage. From opening act for Joan Rivers and Martin Short to comedy competition winner to Just For Laughs Gala Performer on CBC, Beuhler will bring spirits up while reminding audience members that laughter is also good medicine. |
