“It’s Worth the Fight” against Advanced Prostate Cancer
“It’s Worth the Fight” shines a light on the special needs of men with advanced prostate cancer.
Tag: "cancer"
Nov 11, 2011 | 0 comments
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WAPC Responds to Updated Recommendations on PSA Screening
As you have probably seen by now, last Friday the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) released draft recommendations downgrading prostate specific antigen (PSA) testing to a “grade D recommendation.” In other words, they recommend against screening in healthy men that “do not have symptoms that are highly suspicious for prostate cancer, regardless of age, [...]
It’s Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Whether you have a busy month ahead or you’ve got a little extra time on your hands here are a few ways that you can take action this month:
Sep 01, 2011 | 0 comments
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The Benefits of Exercise for Prostate Cancer Patients and Their Families
Study after study implores that exercise is imperative for living a healthy life. New research shows that prostate cancer patients who exercise have a greater chance of improving their health and eventual recovery (see the Washington Post article here). This sounds fine and dandy, but what does it really mean to exercise? How much of [...]
Jun 30, 2011 | 0 comments
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Kegel Exercises: A Tutorial
Kegel Exercises are not just for women! Kegels are also great for prostate cancer patients because they help minimize incontinence and can ameliorate erectile issues.
Raising the Voice of Prostate Cancer
Contributed By: Aris Lazdins Ayofemi “Femi” Kirby still recalls, in clear detail, the day that her father, Jonathan, told her that he had prostate cancer. The two were cooking dinner together, when Jonathan, cutting tomatoes, mentioned that tomatoes were good for prostate health. Caught off-guard by the comment, Femi asked her father where he had [...]
A Woman’s Guide to Prostate Cancer Treatment
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is stressful enough – sorting through treatment options and seeking a second or third opinion can be overwhelming for the prostate cancer patient and loved ones. That is why Women Against Prostate Cancer has developed the booklet, A Woman’s Guide to Prostate Cancer Treatment: Supporting the Man in Your Life, to [...]
Sep 13, 2010 | 3 comments
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Prostate Cancer Survivor Inspires Others With Cross Country Ride
Robert Hess is no stranger to taking on a challenge. He is a retired Army officer, business owner, Senior Fellow at the Center for the Digital Future, Annenberg School, USC, USA Cycling coach, amateur competitive cyclist, Harley Davidson enthusiast, and writer.
A New Option for Advanced Prostate Cancer Patients and Families
Today is a very exciting day in prostate cancer as men with advanced prostate cancer and their families are given a new option. The FDA has approved Provenge
Apr 29, 2010 | 0 comments
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