By the age of 85 one in two Australians will have been diagnosed with cancer – Australian Institute of health and Welfare (AIHW).
It’s a sobering statistic, and one which means that in our lifetime we will all be touched by cancer. Whether personally, or through loved ones – no one is immune.
Malcolm Edwards is well aware of his statistic. He was diagnosed with two carcinoid tumours in 2007. Following treatment that included successful removal of one of the tumours and reducing the other, Malcolm’s doctor told him, “he can’t cure me, but he can control it, and that’s the best news you can ever have”.
When Malcolm Edwards updated his Will to include a gift to Cancer Council many years ago, he did so thinking of his children and grandchildren.
“We joke about the small portion of inheritance they’re losing, but it’s really a gift to them. I’m not a wealthy man by any means, but I know every little bit helps to take us a step closer to a cancer free world and that’s something powerful to leave behind for your kids,” Malcolm said.
Now, Malcolm’s gift means so much more to him following his own cancer diagnosis of two carcinoid tumours in 2007.
Most recently Malcolm’s wife of 50 years, Robin, has also faced her own battle with cancer when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012.
Malcolm hopes that by leaving a gift to Cancer Council in his will, his children and grandchildren will be protected for the future.
Cancer Council believe that we can and will beat cancer. There are things that we can all do every day to help make this happen.
Malcolm’s gift will help fund vital research, support and prevention programs that make a real difference in reducing cancer and improving outcomes for patients facing the disease.
“I am leaving money to Cancer Council when I die. Cancer does terrible things to people. I’m no scientist, but this is something I can contribute,” Malcolm said.
Leaving a bequest can mean a world of difference to researchers working towards a future free from cancer. If you would like to leave a gift in your will or find out more, please email the Bequests Team at info@cancer.org.au or contact us on 13 11 20.
Find out more> cancercouncil.com.au/bequests
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