The Risks of Prostate CancerI was always very cautious about my father’s health and well-being. He had a family member that suffered from cancer. We both knew that he was at high risk of... By Diane Talbert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Unexpected EmotionsWhen I sat down to think about this article, my first thought was that I had absolutely no idea what the expected emotions of a cancer diagnosis would be when... By Tony Collier3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Picking the Right TreatmentProstate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men in the United States. As a result, there has been a lot of research into prostate cancer treatments.1 When... By Jim Preen3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
A Plant-Based Diet and Prostate CancerFor the past 10 years I have been a member of a patient support group at an area hospital. Our purpose is to offer individual or group support to men... By Dennis Golden2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Benefits of MeditationLately, as of my writing this, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed with everything associated with cancer and cancer care. Being a caregiver for my husband due to prostate and bladder cancer... By Sue Franke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
A New Threat: a Second Cancer?Sometimes life throws curveballs, such as when a second cancer strikes after undergoing treatment for the first cancer. I was not expecting a second devastating blow after being diagnosed with... By Alfred Samuels3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
The Shock Stage of GriefMy brother died months ago. It was a stunning blow to the way I used to view the world; I used to feel there was some divine order to the... By Rebecca Ironside, MSPT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Prostate Cancer: My Salvage Radiation ExperienceIn 2018, I had a robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) to remove Gleason 9 prostate cancer. I was left with a very uncommon side effect that I could NOT live with... By Mike Wilson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Not Your Father's TreatmentThe catheter bag was by the inside of my father's right thigh, dangling just above his knee, because it was not yet fully secured. Fumbling a bit, he guided two plastic... By Bobby Bofinger3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My Wife is a Crucial Part of My LifeThe year 2023 marked my eleventh year of living with advanced metastatic prostate cancer. The prognosis given to me was a short lifespan, so I am indeed a survivor amongst... By Alfred Samuels3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Community Views: What Have You Done to Stay Positive With Prostate Cancer?Staying positive can be difficult with prostate cancer. But keeping a positive attitude can help uplift us and motivate the community to continue to support each other. To find out... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What's a Mature Cancer Patient?Since I recently turned seventy, I was thinking about what "mature" means. We all have heard the expression "they are mature for their age," or, "he’s not very mature for... By Dan Franke2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Connecting The Dots Between Prostate Cancer And Cardiovascular DiseaseMy father is a prostate cancer survivor for fifteen-plus years now. I've learned that managing your health is about more than just having one diagnosis. I was shocked to discover that... By Diane Talbert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Selecting Your PhysicianSelecting a surgeon or treating physician for a serious illness such as cancer can be a tough decision. Some decisions are made after careful research, while other decisions may be... By Sue Franke3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Being Positive Amid Prostate Cancer and Life ChangesAt almost every step of the way when you are dealing with prostate cancer new challenges can emerge when you least expect it. After 50+ years of marriage, it might... By Dennis Golden3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Feeling ProtectedA major element of my treatment plan for advanced prostate cancer with extensive bone metastasis stage IV is trying to achieve a feeling of protection. My feeling of protection in... By Duane Estep3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
ADT and ExerciseThere can be benefits of ADT (androgen deprivation therapy) in treating prostate cancer, but also often side effects. It is important to know the benefits, risks, and associated side effects... By Jim Early1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Mourning and Remembering Life Before CancerA cancer diagnosis is life-changing. It’s bad enough when it’s a curable cancer, but so much worse when it’s incurable and the reality of a premature death hits you. Then... By Tony Collier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
11-Year Survivor of Advanced Metastatic Prostate CancerIt is my privilege to share my story as a survivor of advanced prostate cancer. I am Alfred Samuels, a 65-year-old British-born Black man. Gainfully employed in the security industry... By Alfred Samuels3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Watching for Prostate Cancer Recurrence After SurgerySome of you know about my father’s prostate cancer journey and how we have dealt with it for 18 years now. To those who have been with me during his... By Diane Talbert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments