Colon Cancer is a Pain in the Oshiri

Increase awareness of colon cancer within the Japanese American community

Increase awareness of colon cancer within the Japanese American community

"COLON CANCER IS A PAIN IN THE OSHIRI"

A Japanese American Story of Living with Colon Cancer

Date: Saturday, July 17, 2010
Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: JCCCNC
Street: 1840 Sutter, San Francisco, CA 94115

Host Committee: Hats Aizawa, Tina Alcantara, Cris Dumandan-Garcia, Carole Hayashino, Kathy Hirano, Darryl Inaba, Ron Kanzaki, Donna Kotake, Gail Mametsuka, Kaz Maniwa, Diane Matsuda, Cary Matsumura, Roger Morimoto, Allen Okamoto, Teresa Ono, Phyllis Osaki, and Barbara Wada

In 2005, Glenn was diagnosed with stage-four colon cancer. Five operations and 32 weeks of chemotherapy later, Glenn continues his fight with the disease.

The Friends of Glenn would like to invite you to a special musicial documentary benefit which will include vocal performances by Colette Ikemi-Osaki and a video presentation of Glenn's story with interviews of family, friends and doctors who have provided his care.

A reception organized by the Friends of Glenn will immediately follow the program (approximately 5:30 pm).

Cost: $20 (additional contributions are sincerely appreciated). If you'd prefer to send a check, please make it out to: JCCCNC and send to:

Colon Cancer Awareness
c/o JCCCNC
1840 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Funds raised from this benefit will be utilized for colon cancer education and awareness within the Japanese American community and to support alternative treatment methods for Glenn's ongoing battle with this disease.

1. 1.Colon cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer if detected early.