How Can Brain Tumor Research Be Assisted By Notable Names?
How Can Brain Tumor Research Be Assisted By Notable Names?
Is it possible that brain tumor research can be helped by anyone? I believe this to be true, especially when you consider the kinds of efforts that the public can put forth on the matter. They know that their actions can account for a lot, whether they are competing in events open to the public helping to raise awareness or simply granting donations to reputable organizations. However, what are some of the bigger names that the public in general may - or may not - be familiar with?
In terms of celebrities that have gained attention because of this recently, Olivia Newton-John's sister is definitely worth making note of. Rona passed away back in April because of brain cancer and it's interesting because this wasn't the first time that she had to fight a condition like this. In fact, twenty years or so ago, it was discovered that she had breast cancer as well. I think that both her strength, as well as her ability to surround herself with loved ones, is noteworthy as well.
I think that it's apparent just how many events organizations such as Voices Against Brain Cancer have hosted, Sounding Off For A Cure as perhaps the latest in a line worth talking about. It's in this event that there will be a litany of guests spoken about and honored, which is a great move. As I looked at those to be honored, though, I couldn't help but notice Matt Cappotelli's name come up. It was a surprise to me, both as someone who knows about brain tumor research and as a fan of athletics.
World Wrestling Entertainment signed Cappotelli on and he was with the company within the time span of 2005 until 2009. While he worked with the company for four years, he wasn't able to wrestle on TV last the developmental deal that he had. He made the announcement that he had a cancerous tumor given the name of grade 2/3 astrocytoma. It required surgery and Cappotelli was fortunate in that it was successful, despite the fact that he has not actively performed in a big promotion since that time.
I think that brain tumor research can be expanded, in terms of awareness, by just about anyone. You can see this by the efforts that the general public is able to put forth as they take part in events and grant donations to individuals as well. Is it possible that bigger names can have an impact as well? I believe that while Newton-John and Cappotelli are vastly different in terms of appeal, I think that this level of common ground is one that's difficult to argue against.
