Community Spotlight: Simon and Bill - Part 1Bill West was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2010. His husband, Simon Rosser, was diagnosed in 2016. They talk about what they learned from their diagnoses and how they've supported...reactions3comments
Stalked by a Stealthy Cancer, Part 3: ADT Side EffectsFrederick talks about dealing with the side effects of androgen deprivation therapy in Part 3 of his series. Read Part 1 and Part 2. Last week I was in for...reactions7comments
Really - Who Am I? First there was surgery for the aggressive prostate cancer. Then came the recurrence. Then came hormone therapy plus 8 weeks of external beam radiation treatment (EBRT). Two years later, a diagnosis...reactions3comments
It’s Time To Select A Cancer Treatment CenterAfter a cancer diagnosis, one of the first things that come to mind is how you can get the best treatment possible. People may look to choose an oncologist and the...reactions2comments
A Guide to Prostate Cancer RecurrenceProstate cancer recurrence is a topic that many people in the community talk about. Whether it is dealing with fear, detecting recurrence, or what to do when prostate cancer comes...reactions4comments
Had I KnownWhile prostate cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths among men in the United States, it also happens to be one of the more survivable cancers when caught...reactionscomments
Stalked by a Stealthy Cancer, Part 2: Radiation TreatmentsIn Part 1 of this series, I discussed the diagnosis of an elusive form of prostate cancer that nearly cost me my life. Here in Part 2, I will discuss...reactions1comment
Hero to ZeroWhy on earth would you want to run that far when you’ve got a car? You wouldn’t believe how many times people have said that to me over the years!...reactions3comments
Can a Hound Help You Through Cancer?An old friend of mine, who I met many years ago when we both worked at ABC News, is now a senior spokesperson at the United Nations in New York...reactions9comments
Men’s Health: Talking About Sex and IntimacySexual health is a topic that can sometimes be overlooked or hard to talk about. For Men’s Health Month, we dedicated time to highlight the changes that may result from...reactions7comments
Stalked by a Stealthy Cancer, Part 1An elusive form of prostate cancer nearly cost me my life. Here is the first part of my story, covering the diagnosis. You can also read Part 2. The first...reactions8comments
Want Proof?As men, we often play many roles in our lifetime: father, son, provider, protector, warrior, husband, and the list go on and on. Ask any man what his most important...reactions1comment
Surprise Surgeries Due To Prostate CancerUpon my diagnosis of advanced prostate cancer with extensive bone metastasis stage 4, I was relieved when my urological oncologist informed me that surgical removal of my prostate was not...reactions2comments
Music, Sweet MusicOne of my favorite songs from my youth is “Dancing in The Street,” by Martha and the Vandellas. The lyric goes like this: All we need is music, sweet music...reactions6comments
National Cancer Survivors Day 2021: Motivation During Our Darkest Days with CancerOn National Cancer Survivors Day, observed each year on the first Sunday in June, we honor and celebrate all of those who have been impacted by a cancer diagnosis. Every...reactions1comment
Sneaky Exercises Can Slow CancerThanks to COVID and the increasing use of electronic communication, it should come as no surprise that we are spending more and more time being stationary. If you are not...reactions7comments
Prostate Cancer Recurrence Quiz: Test Your KnowledgeProstate cancer can sometimes come back after treatment, and the fear of recurrence can be a source of anxiety for many men. We asked the community about recurrence in our...reactions2comments
Advocate for ChoiceUK and USA healthcare systems vary greatly, but here in the UK I think we face massive challenges due to drugs that extend men’s lives simply not being available. Some...reactions1comment
Someday SoonIt is the day many plan on, as in, "Let's get together someday soon." It is filled with hope and yet - it is often the 8th day of the week...reactions1comment
Telling Your Story May Be Good for Your Health“While writing about my health issues has not cured them, it has helped me develop better coping skills and even contributed to better management of my symptoms (and I could...reactions1comment