Impact of Multiple BiopsiesBiopsies are a regular part of the screening and monitoring process for prostate cancer. Throughout their journey with prostate cancer, many men may need multiple biopsies. Whether for active surveillance... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cardiovascular Health & Prostate CancerFor men with prostate cancer and cardiovascular comorbidities, some prostate cancer treatments, such as hormone therapy, can negatively impact cardiovascular health. Evidence suggests that androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) increases the... By BrianM.Green3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Changing Role of MRI-Guided BiopsyMen who are concerned about potential prostate cancer based upon repeated high PSA, but who have had a prior negative biopsy can get an MRI instead of a repeat biopsy... By BrianM.Green2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Prostate Cancer Has To Do With Breast CancerA common cause of inherited breast cancer is a change (mutation) in the BRCA genes. Mutations in these genes increase the risk of developing breast cancer. BRCA mutations also increase... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Fish Oil and Prostate CancerFish oil from fatty fish contains omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are important for heart health. They reduce the risk of dying from heart disease. They may also be... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Other Bone HealthOsteoporosis, it doesn’t just affect women. Men with prostate cancer may need to be on the lookout for this as well. More than 50 million Americans either have osteoporosis or... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition like prostate cancer, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Is a Clinical Trial for Me? 5 Tips to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?In any clinical trial, participants must meet certain criteria to be eligible to participate. There are two commonly used terms when describing clinical trial eligibility, and those are “inclusion criteria”... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is There a Link Between Prostate Cancer and Parkinson’s?The association between prostate cancer and Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a link that scientists have been researching for years. Neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s may share some disease-causing mechanisms with... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device, procedure, or change in behavior is safe and... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria) in order to take part in the study... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable experience associated with the use of a medical... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments