June 18, 2015 |
Men, as we all know, like to think of themselves as the strong silent types, choosing to ignore rather than address issues, especially issues of health. Which while yes, out of sight, out of mind might solve the issue of dealing with an issue, it doesn’t actually address an issue or solve an issue in anyway. Especially an issue of health. Which is why more must be done to help them overcome stereotypes of what it means to be a man and not be afraid. Enter Father and Son Day. A charity “set up in 2014 by close friend of 10, Daniel Marks (pictured here with his own father Ken Marks) and Jack Dyson, two friends who have both survived testicular cancer, whose fathers have had cancer, who have dealt with hospitals, helplines and hospices, and who know first hand that too many men suffer in silence rather than call on support. By sharing portraits of inspirational fathers and sons, and between men and their mentors, Father & Son Day honours the solidity of their unit, its strength, decency and trust – and uses their endorsement to create a dignified, honest space for vital dialogue, awareness and fund raising. People can easily get involved by sharing their own #FatherAndSonDay portraits on Instagram, donating via text and nominating friends to do the same. The donation will pass directly to the specific Father and Son initiatives within The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity.” So go on, share a picture, donate, better yet, go to MrPorter.come and buy a blue shirt, or two, one for you, one dad, from their selection of specially chosen blue shirts (click here), the proceeds from which will be donated directly to the Royal Marsden Hospital, take a picture of you both wearing them and Instagram that. And remember, Father & Son day isn’t just about Sunday. Everyday is Father & Son day.
Text MARSDEN ro 70800 to donate £5
By Natalie Dembinska
