Role of Anxiety Reduction in Men with a Prostate Cancer Recurrence
Increasingly, we have become better informed about the possible role of psychological and spiritual interventions in the treatment of cancer, specifically for this post in men with locally advanced prostate cancer. This post is limited [...]
Xofigo Without A Co-Pay For Men Who Are Uninsured or Who Have A Medical Policy That Doesn’t Cover Xofigo
I have been informed that it is now possible for men in need of the treatment Xofigo to obtain it without having to pay any co-pays. The program that is making this possible is called [...]
NCI Opens New Trial – Understanding Genetic Similarities In Different Cancers
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) announced a new trial to evaluate genetic similarities in a variety of cancer types. I think that this is a great trial, which those of us who might qualify for [...]
Increased Risks for Cardiovascular Events in Men with Prostate Cancer on GnRH Agonist Therapy
Traditional hormone therapy usually consists of two types of drugs; GnRH agonists (like Lupron and Zoladex) and antiandrogens (Casodex). Although they both are drugs that manipulate the hormone system their modes of action are different. [...]
Advanced Prostate Cancer Survey Closing Soon…Go to www.prostatecancersurvey.org
My Prostate Cancer Experience is a new survey, helping us understand how prostate cancer treatment affects day to day living. The Prostate Cancer Experience encompasses all of the prostate cancer treatments that you may have chosen. [...]
The Need To Expand Research Into Pre-hab Therapy Prior To Cancer Treatment
There is a lot of evidence that pre-treatment rehabilitation (prehabilitation or pre-hab) both speeds up and benefits a patient’s recovery after surgical orthopedic treatment for knee and hip replacement as well as cardiac conditions. Having [...]