Harley-Davidson's 10K health donation
Has handed over a cheque to the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia after a recent commemorative patch campaignHarley-Davidson Australia, alongside with its newly announced ambassador, Parramatta Eels rugby league captain Nathan Hindmarsh, has presented the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia with a $10,000 donation in support of its fight against prostate cancer and in conjunction with Men’s Health Week.
The money was raised by Harley-Davidson Australia through the sale of thousands of specially designed commemorative patches featuring the tagline “For our brothers, sons and fathers.”
“Our aim is to challenge men’s habits and attitudes toward their health and raise awareness of the risks they face from prostate cancer,” said Peter Nochar, Managing Director of Harley-Davidson Australia. “The Harley-Davidson community really got behind this initiative and we are extremely proud to support the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia in its fight against this disease.”
“It’s with deep appreciation that we accept this generous donation on behalf of Harley-Davidson Australia,” said Dr Anthony Lowe, Chief Executive Officer, Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. “This gift will go toward helping fund innovative prostate cancer research, raise awareness across the community and provide support and advocacy for men and their families affected by prostate cancer.”
Hindmarsh urges men take charge of their health and talk to their doctor about prostate cancer.
“I take my share of spills on the field, but off the field I don’t play around about my health. Many men don’t realise they could be diagnosed with prostate as early as in their forties, so it’s important to talk to your doctor about testing and risk factors during your annual check-up,” says Hindmarsh.
Prostate cancer survivor Hayes van der Meer, 49, owes his life to early detection and the information and support provided by Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia after his diagnosis at age 44, which coincided with the premature birth of his twin sons.
“The sooner prostate cancer is treated, the quicker the recovery – and the less severe the side-effects. I had early treatment at 44 and I am here today to see my boys grow,” says Hayes.
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