Marie Curie's daffodil???

[andrea81]

Why is the amblem for Marie Curie a daffodil? I have googled and can only find references to the apeal not the reason behind the emblem???

[poohshunny]

I was told years ago the reason for a daffodil is because it is a spring flower that most people would know. Spring to signify new life which is what cancer patients would have with a cure for the disease. Don't know if that is the official reason, but thought it was a nice thought anyway.

[andrea81]

Cheers, it sounds quite plausable! I like that thought myself!

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[mazie]

Marie Curie Cancer Care adopted the daffodil emblem in 1986 - the flower is universally recognised as a symbol of renewal. The daffodil is also the emblem of leading cancer charities in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the Irish Republic