The PSA blood test…sounds harmless enough, and not that hard to do; and yet, according to a 2016 study published in JAMA International Medicine found that PSA (prostate specific antigen) testing- a blood test used to screen for prostate cancer- is on the decline.  The...

The study is called the Global Action Plan 4 Global Prostate Cancer (GAP4), and will include more than 150 researchers from around the world.  The clinical trial will be looking to see if exercise can improve cancer symptoms and delay the disease’s progression. The...

When it comes to “pain management”, most people automatically think of over the counter medications.  They take the prescribed dose, the medication goes to work, and the pain is managed; often times it is short-lived, and they can move on from it.  But, for many...

Last week, Actor Stephen Fry revealed that for the past few months, he has been battling prostate cancer.  Fry credits early detection: "I felt my life was saved by early intervention so I would urge any of you men of a certain age to get your PSA levels checked." ...

Facing a cancer diagnosis can be tough to handle as a couple.  It’s safe to assume that a prostate cancer diagnosis will be stressful for any relationship.  The possible unwanted changes that can occur before, during, or after treatment can be very trying, and couples...

The fear of recurrence weighs heavily on the minds of every cancer survivor, some more than others.  For some it can be an overwhelming fear experienced on a daily basis, and for others, less frequent.  For many patients, recurrence anxiety strikes most often around...

According to recent numbers released this past week, there are now more prostate cancer related deaths in the UK than breast cancer deaths.  You can read the original article here: “Prostate cancer now kills more in UK than breast cancer.” It is amazing to see the...

Addressing depression in cancer patients is a vital part of the care provided by healthcare providers. In some cases, healthcare providers should be doing a better job in asking patients going through cancer treatment about their emotional health, and to encourage...

Before you meet with your doctor for the first time, it’s a good idea to formulate a list of questions you want answered.  Be sure to write them down, so you don’t forget to ask any of them.  Also, bring someone along for moral support.  Having them there will help...

Your Urologist felt a “suspicious lump” and wants to schedule you for a prostate biopsy.  Two emotions come to the forefront….anxiety and fear.  The source of these emotions are from the unknown- not knowing what expect during the procedure and not wanting to know the...

A study published in the journal Research and Reports in Urology found that the rate of prostatectomy-related regret increases over time, with up to 47 percent of men reporting regret five years after surgery.  You can read the original article here: "How to Avoid...

Through studying the 3D structure of the androgen receptor, Researchers in Spain have identified a key protein responsible for its activation.  Identifying this protein, called TFIIF, makes it a possible therapeutic target for advanced prostate cancer.  You can read...

For many Cancer Patients, they face a serious problem, when their cancer-related symptoms are always front-and-center in their life.  Pain control or quality-of-life issues can make life miserable every minute of every day. You can read the original article here: “7...

In a new Swedish study, researchers at Umeå University have identified a key protein called Snail1, which appears to be crucial to the spread of prostate cancer cells.  You can read the original article here: “Researchers Uncover Key Molecular Process that Leads to...

OncBioMune Pharmaceuticals’ new prostate cancer vaccine, ProscaVax, stopped cancer progression in 80% of patients in their Phase 1 clinical trial after 6 injections. You can read the entire article here: “ProscaVax Vaccine Stopped Prostate Cancer Progression in 80% of...

A team of Australian Researchers plan to conduct a global study to evaluate whether prescribed exercise along with traditional treatments can help advanced prostate cancer patients live longer lives.  You can read the original article here: "Global Study to Focus on...

The tissue surrounding the malignant tumors can look normal, but its genetic makeup may have been altered in ways that promote the spread of cancer, the study reports.  You can read the original article here: “Cancer Can Change Tissue That Surrounds It, University of...

For many prostate cancer patients, their greatest battle with cancer came after treatment. You can read the full article here: "Why the Fiercest Battle with Cancer Frequently Occurs After Treatment." These men are living with a host of quality-of-life issues following...

There is another side of cancer that we all tend to forget about when facing a diagnosis.  Sure there are all the treatment choices, side effects to weigh, and tests to consider, but we tend to forget the emotional side that is impacted as well.  For many of us,...

While a man’s risk of prostate cancer does increase with age, men in their 40’s and 50’s are still diagnosed, affecting some men as young as 30 with this disease. You can read the entire article here: "Prostate Cancer: It's Not Just an Old Man's Disease" Certain...