Why do you think breast cancer gets so much attention?

This was the question posed at Centerarticles recently, and more specifically why does it get more attention than prostate cancer. It is interesting because I have heard this levelled as an accusation many times before, so I was interested to read the responses of the readers.  My favorite is one from Tera who believes that the answer lies in the fact that “women have aligned themselves behind this cause and worked together- socially, politically- to bring attention to and fight for the research money. They have banded together to raise money and awareness. They’ve gone through the necessary steps to make sure that this problem is not ignored” and concludes that “men should do the same for prostate cancer. This is one area that men could learn something from the example of women. I’m not saying this to be sexist. I’m saying it because it’s the truth. Men need to band together and fight for what they want. Things aren’t just handed to any of us on a “silver platter.” We had to struggle for what we wanted to achieve.”

Tera makes the point that “prostate cancer indeed does deserve more attention. Men have the power (same as women) to bring this issue to a level of heightened awareness. But I wouldn’t stop there. Awareness is a great first step- a necessary one, but take it further: join in force and be political advocates. Don’t stop until you reach your goals! You’ll find out, along the way, that as others gain awareness, more people will join in the fight for your cause…not just men, but women, too.”

What a great answer. I would certainly go along with that. What do you think?