
Decembeard - Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Decembeard is an annual fundraising and awareness campaign that encourages individuals to grow beards during the month of December to support and raise funds for bowel cancer research and awareness. This light-hearted yet impactful campaign empowers participants to embrace their facial hair and engage in conversations about a critical health issue.
What is Decembeard ?
Decembeard is a creative and fun way to draw attention to the importance of bowel cancer awareness and early detection. It encourages people of all genders to grow beards, no matter how big or small, and use their facial hair as a conversation starter to educate others about bowel cancer.
History of Decembeard
Decembeard was launched by Bowel Cancer UK, a charity dedicated to raising awareness of bowel cancer, supporting patients and families, and funding research. The campaign began as a way to engage the public in a fun and light-hearted manner while addressing the serious issue of bowel cancer, which is the fourth most common cancer in the UK.
Since its inception, Decembeard has gained popularity and support, with participants around the world growing beards and raising funds to combat bowel cancer.