Yes, a Facebook fundraiser must be created in order to qualify for the challenge t-shirt. As a non-profit organization, we rely on donations to continue funding life-saving research for patients. Remember, there is no minimum donation target, so any donation…
If you would like to receive the challenge t-shirt, you must create a Facebook fundraiser. If you completed the t-shirt form, but did not activate your Facebook fundraiser at that time, you can still create a Facebook fundraiser using this…
To make a donation online go here. OR Mail your checks along with your name to: Prostate Cancer Foundation Attn: Eat it To Beat it 1250 Fourth Street Santa Monica, CA 90401
No! Each Thursday we will provide – by email and posting to the Facebook Group – a list of foods for the following week. You can pick from this list or make your own plans using the complete list of…
Once you join the Facebook group and request your welcome gift, we will send you a kit with some tools to help you keep track.
Register here and we will send you information by email during the month. In the meantime, you can download the Eat it To Beat it periodic table of foods and download the Science of Living Well, Beyond Cancer Guide here:…
Sign up to participate through email OR join the challenge Facebook group. We will send you instructions for the challenge.
All donations made to a Facebook fundraiser must be reversed through Facebook. Please follow the below steps to contact Facebook support: While logged into Facebook (you must be logged in or else you are taken to a page about disabled…
The fastest way to locate your Facebook fundraiser is to visit: If you are unable to locate your fundraiser using this link, please visit your personal Facebook page then scroll down until you see an icon to access your…
When you join the Facebook group and sign up for your welcome kit, we will send you tools to track your foods. If you are not participating through Facebook, you can download the Eat it To Beat it periodic table,…
Once the challenge is over, we will provide details on how to submit your completed periodic table here: PCF.org/eat
Healthy eating habits can benefit prostate cancer patients, their families, and anyone who wants to reduce their risk of cancer and chronic disease. Dietary factors are implicated in prostate cancer, and many of the foods on this list contain natural…
Here’s the great news: there are hundreds of healthy foods! This challenge will give you a taste (haha) of what it’s like to sample some of them. You can check for your favorite healthy food on the periodic table (which…
No problem. If you have an allergy, intolerance, interaction with a medication, or just plain don’t like some of our suggestions, you are free to choose any other food from the table.
PCF is a US based 501c3 non-profit. At the same time, our research enterprise extends to 22 countries around the world. To learn more, visit www.pcf.org
There is no single food or small group of foods you can eat to prevent or recover from prostate cancer (or any type of cancer or chronic disease). We recommend a healthy lifestyle, as documented in our guide, The Science…
If you haven’t already, we encourage you to download (or order a hard copy) of our guide, Prostate Cancer Patient Guide. It includes a discussion of treatment options. You can get a copy here:
It’s good to question the role of sugar in your diet and consider the alternatives. The ideal approach is to avoid as much added sweetener as possible, and enjoy a piece of fruit if you like something sweet after a…
Are eggs good for you or bad for you? The answer is complicated. In terms of prostate and other cancers, many animal products are known to increase inflammation, and inflammation can fan the fires of cancer. Beyond other animal products,…
You can start tracking your miles on the tracker starting September 1st, but you can start your Facebook fundraiser right away. Once the challenge is over, we will send everyone instructions on how to submit your total miles to us.…
Starting September 1st, we encourage everyone to track ALL miles/steps daily during the month. Since 108 miles in 30 days is no easy feat, we want to make sure everyone has a chance to finish the challenge. If you exceed…
Facebook’s automatic default is two weeks. You can edit your fundraiser any time before it closes, but you won’t be able to change the date once it ends. If your fundraiser has already ended, we encourage you to start a…
If using a Computer/laptop, click “More” then “Edit.” If using a mobile phone, Click “Edit” on your fundraiser and set it to September 30th.
We are unfortunately unable to merge your two fundraiser totals into one but not to worry as PCF will still collect 100% of donations from both fundraisers. We suggest ending one of your fundraisers and then keep raising funds with…
The fastest way to locate your Facebook fundraiser is to visit: If you are unable to locate your fundraiser using this link, please visit your personal Facebook page then scroll down until you see an icon to access your…
Here are some tips for how you can get your first donation or continue to receive more: Share your fundraiser on all your social platforms, with your colleagues, friends, and family Invite people to your fundraiser using the invite button…
A Facebook fundraiser for PCF is the same as a fundraiser for this challenge. Just ensure your end date is set to September 30th.
Please allow 2-3 weeks to receive your t-shirt once you complete the form.
Due to the volume of amazing supporters taking part in this challenge and the long delays with the postal service, we are unable to change t-shirt sizes. T-shirts are limited to two per household, while supplies last. Shipping to U.S.…
PCF is a U.S.-based 501c3 non-profit. At the same time, our research enterprise extends to 22 countries around the world. To learn more, visit www.pcf.org.
To enjoy the full experience of the virtual challenge, and to share your progress with the other participants, we suggest participating through Facebook (you can join for free at Facebook.com); however, if you would like to participate off Facebook, you…
All donations made to a Facebook fundraiser must be reversed through Facebook. Please follow the below steps to contact Facebook support: While logged into Facebook (you must be logged in or else you are taken to a page about disabled…
Zero: The Project to End Prostate Cancer General Info: (202) 463-9455, zerocancer.org Testing Centers: zerocancer.org/test-centers Local support groups Please visit our Support Groups FAQ The Prostate Conditions Education Council prostateconditions.org (866) 4-Prost8
Us, Too – National ustoo.org (800) 808-7866 Us, Too – Local Chapter ustoo.org/Support-Group-Near-You His Prostate Cancer – support for partners hisprostatecancer.com Male Care malecare.org Imerman Angels imermanangels.org (866) IMERMAN (866-463-7626)
Medication costs Partnerships for Prescription Assistance Pparx.org (888) 477-2669 RX Hope Rxhope.com (877) 267-0517 Needy Meds Needymeds.org (978) 281-6666 GoodRX Goodrx.com Available on iPhone and Android app store CancerCare Co-pay Assistance Program cancercarecopay.org (866) 552-6729 PAF – Patient Advocate Foundation…
Legal Issues Cancer Legal Resource Center cancerlegalresourcecenter.org (866) 843-2572 Travel and Housing Assistance American Cancer Society: Hope Lodge cancer.org (800) 227-2345 Joe’s House joeshouse.org (877) 563-7468. National Association of Hospital Hospitality Houses nahhh.org (800) 542-9730 Air Care Alliance aircarealliance.org…
Your donation is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Please note that purchases from the Prostate Cancer Foundation store are not tax-deductible. Our tax id is #95-4418411. Tax receipts are sent by email for all online donations. All…
How long does the average trial last? What if I am on other medication(s) from my regular doctor? What are the risks involved? What if I am harmed? Are there any tests requiring painful shots or blood samples? What should…
After a study is complete, the FDA decides whether to continue or halt the drug’s development. If it remains in development, the sponsor may build in a compassionate use extension for the study. This means that eligible patients may receive…
There are three primary phases an investigational drug has to go through before it can be approved by the FDA, and a fourth phase that an approved drug may enter. Phase I In this phase of a clinical trial, the…
The FDA is the governing agency that develops the policies and guidelines for all clinical research, regardless of manufacturer, study phase or drug type. There are also independent Institutional Review Boards (IRB) at institutions that review and approve all study-related…
There are several reasons why clinical trials are important. First, the participant may have a positive response to the study medication, and his disease or condition may improve. In addition, participants receive free laboratory and medical testing. More often than…
A clinical trial is the investigation of a new treatment for a disease. The work might be sponsored by a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, government, university, or a private foundation. The purpose of these studies is to find out whether…
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men in the U.S., and the 4th most common tumor diagnosed worldwide. In the United States, men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. For Black men, 1 in…
Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in men in the U.S., and the 4th most common tumor diagnosed worldwide. A man is more likely to develop prostate cancer than he is to develop colon, kidney, melanoma, and stomach…
The chance of being diagnosed with prostate cancer increases rapidly after age 50. About 6 in 10 of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65. For Black men, 1 in will develop prostate cancer and…
More than 80% of all prostate cancers are detected when the cancer is in the prostate or the region around it, so treatment success rates are high compared to most other types of cancer in the body. The 5-year overall…
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer? If the cancer is caught at its earliest stages, most men will not experience any symptoms. Some men, however, will experience symptoms such as frequent, hesitant, or burning urination, difficulty in having an…
There are a wide variety of treatment options available for men with prostate cancer, including surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy and chemotherapy, any or all of which might be used at different times depending on the stage of disease and…
Additional information about prostate cancer can be found through our Understanding Prostate Cancer section, our guides and the Treatment Options section of our website. You can order a paper copy or download our guides in pdf format here.
Other ways to donate by credit card If you would like to make a donation by credit card, but not over the Web, you can call us and we will take down your information. Our number is 1.800.757.CURE (2873). You…
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1. Eat fewer calories and exercise more so that you maintain a healthy weight. 2. Try to keep the amount of fat you get from red meat and dairy products to a minimum. 3. Watch your calcium intake. Do not…
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What are clinical trials? A clinical trial is the investigation of a new medication for the treatment of a disease. The work might be sponsored by a pharmaceutical or biotechnology company, government or a private foundation. The purpose of these…
The Prostate Cancer Foundation has accomplished a great deal, but there is still much more to do. Please join us in this race to find a cure for prostate cancer and donate today.
There are many options for treatment at all stages of prostate cancer. If you are diagnosed with prostate cancer, make sure to get on the “right track”: that is, the right team, the right tests, and the right treatments, right…
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