Medical oncologist Alicia Morgans, MD, MPH, Medical Director of the Survivorship Program at Dana Farber, hosts a discussion with her team members: nurse practitioner Stacy Walker, CNP, and social worker Max McMahon, LICSW. Learn who’s on your team, and how…
Patients with advanced prostate cancer have many treatment options, but more alternatives are urgently needed. PSMA (Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen) is a molecule that sits on the surface of prostate cancer cells and is used as a target for treatment.…
Prostate cancer screening has been fraught with myths, challenges, and controversies over the years. Men and their families, and even some health care providers, are unsure about what the “gold standard” of screening is. At what age should I start?…
If you have been diagnosed with localized prostate cancer, how do you and your doctor choose the best therapy? Today, newer forms of testing of your tumor’s genetic material can help you understand more about the aggressiveness of the cancer…
Part 2 of this series covers castration-resistant prostate cancer, in which patients who have taken hormone therapy, or are currently on hormone therapy, see their PSA levels rise, and sites of metastatic cancer are seen on imaging scans. Medical oncologists…
Metastatic prostate cancer means that the cancer has spread outside the prostate region to other parts of the body. In Part One in a series on advanced and metastatic prostate cancer, this month we focus on “hormone sensitive” disease: the…
Mental and emotional wellness is vital part of prostate cancer treatment and recovery, but it can be hard to talk about it with your treatment team, family, or friends. PCF CEO Dr. Charles J. Ryan leads a conversation on the…
Hormone therapy is a mainstay of treatment for many patients with prostate cancer. It can extend lives….but can have a wide range of possible side effects. Host Dr. William K. Oh speaks with oncologist Dr. Alicia Morgans and her patient,…
Genetic testing and biomarker testing can help doctors and patients learn as much as possible about each patient’s prostate cancer. People across all stages of the prostate cancer spectrum may be interested in this topic, from newly-diagnosed patients deciding on…
Clinical trials for prostate cancer play a vital role in getting new treatments into clinical practice. They can offer the potential for life-extending therapy. Patients and families have many questions: Is it safe? What happens during the trial? Can I…
1 in 6 Black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime, vs 1 in 8 white men. PCF begins a yearlong effort to raise awareness of prostate cancer early detection and screening among minority communities. Dr. Ryan…
You’ve been through treatment for prostate cancer. Months or years later, you get the news you hoped would never come: your PSA is rising. Experts discuss PSA and recurrence from their perspectives as a urologic oncologist (Dr. Ashley Ross of…
Changes in urinary and sexual function are two of the most common—and most feared—possible side effects of treatment for localized prostate cancer. Fortunately, there is room for much optimism: there are many excellent options to manage them. Dr. Ryan speaks…
Description text: How do you make decisions about prostate cancer treatment? It can be challenging, at any stage in the journey. Medical oncologist Dr. Alicia Morgans (Dana Farber Cancer Institute) discusses the importance of shared decision-making and practical tips on…
Dr. Stacey Kenfield (UCSF) discusses Prostate 8: Simple Lifestyle Changes That Work and offers practical ways to incorporate nutrition and exercise into your life. Psychiatrist Dr. Andrew Roth (MSKCC) specializes in caring for patients with genitourinary cancers. He will review…
Arthur “Art” Ford Krueger, Jr., a retired banker from Youngsville, NC, has been deeply affected by cancer. After losing his mother to chronic lymphocytic leukemia and his wife to brain cancer, Art himself was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2016.…
It’s June, and while PCF’s Home Run Challenge has just wrapped, the baseball season is going strong. Need a healthy meal while you watch the games this summer? Look no further! This month’s recipe is Portobello Mushroom Burgers. These are…
This month’s recipe showcases collard greens, so let’s dig in to the benefits of leafy green vegetables! It is no surprise that salads are healthy, but you may or may not know about some of the deeper, darker varieties of…
Nothing says spring like pesto! Along with this delicious basil sauce, the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s April recipe includes chicken, tomato, garlic, and even more basil. It’s healthy and a hit at any dinner party! Research shows that dietary factors can…
This rustic-style entrée is packed with “superfoods”–high-fiber, nutrient-rich chickpeas, lentils, tomatoes, and bell peppers. A little ground turkey goes a long way in this otherwise plant-based dish. Want to make it vegan? Swap the turkey for plant-based ground meat (warning:…
This simple, savory rice dish can be enjoyed as a side or as a main. Tomato and bell pepper add fiber and antioxidants; serve it with a simple green salad to boost veggie intake. For a more filling entrée, top…
Dr. Stacey Kenfield, Professor in the Departments of Urology and Epidemiology & Biostatistics at UCSF, was a guest on PCF’s webinar series. She discussed her research on Prostate 8, a collection of lifestyle changes that have been shown to reduce…
You’ve heard it your whole life: Eat your veggies. From your childhood dinner table to the latest fad diets, the health of veggies has never been in question. And for good reason! Increased vegetable intake is associated with lower risk…
One of the easiest ways to help the fight against cancer is staying aware of information related to the disease and telling those you know. Following and sharing cancer-fighting organizations’ websites, social media, emails, information, and content can help you…
PCF encourages caregivers, survivors, family, friends, and fighters to come together with one unified goal: end the death and suffering from prostate cancer. Individuals around the globe can raise awareness in their communities through in-person fundraisers supporting PCF. Together, PCF…
Instagram’s “Story” feature now offers a donation sticker in their add-ons menu (where you find other Instagram Story stickers, including polls, music, links, gifs, and more). Try putting the donation sticker on a story. You can ask for donations for…
By creating a Facebook fundraiser, you can help raise critical funds for theProstate Cancer Foundation. Oftentimes, friends and family are inclined to support passion projects and causes dear to you, and even more so if the cause is important to…
Families who have been affected by cancer may feel powerless against the disease and are looking for ways to help. PCF community members are leading the way, showing that anyone and everyone can make a difference in the fight against…
With your support, the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) can continue to fund the world’s most promising research on the biology and treatment of prostate cancer, accelerating those discoveries into therapies and strategies designed to improve the quality of life and…
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Selecting a treatment center and finding doctors can be overwhelming. Use the resources here to explore your options. This page lists external sites and searchable databases. National Cancer Institute (NCI)-Designated Cancer Centers: Clinical Trial Search: National Institutes of…
PCF Challenge Awards fund international, multi-institutional, cross-disciplinary teams of investigators conducting highly innovative research with the greatest potential for accelerating new and improved treatments for advanced prostate cancer. LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 14, 2024 – The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) today…
PCF Challenge Awards fund international, multi-institutional, cross-disciplinary teams of investigators conducting highly innovative research with the greatest potential for accelerating new and improved treatments for advanced prostate cancer.
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