Researchers at Yale University searched the Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) Medicare database and found that there has been little improvement in treatment levels for Black men with prostate cancer. Statistics were similar for patients with lung, breast, and colon cancers. Advocates are challenged to identify why this is happening and what we can [...]
Below is a press release from NIH that will be of interest to groups and men dealing with prostate cancer. NIH State-of-the-Science Panel Seeks to Dispel Stigma Associated With Fecal and Urinary Incontinence Open communication between patients and healthcare providers is key An independent panel convened this week by the NIH found that fewer than [...]
The first LGBT cancer project in the United States' (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Trangender cancer project ) social network, OutWithCancer at http://www.outwithcancer.com has had extraordinary positive response from Gay and Bisexual men with prostate cancer. Many have logged on and connected with each other in life saving support.
This a an example of what can happen when collaborations happen for prostate cancer research. Advocates can help facilitate by raising funds or beginning discussions. WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Safeway Inc. and the Prostate Cancer Foundation today announced they will collectively donate $6 million to fund the S.T.A.R. Program (for Special Team Amplification of [...]
Changes in the health care delivery system and cost control are issues that are being discussed now in the United States. As we get closer to the election the issue will become more important in political debates. Now is the time for prostate cancer advocates to learn about some of the options that are being [...]