National Prostate Cancer Coalition Highlights Lack Of Clinical Trial Awareness Among Men
Jul-05-2007
Each year, thousands of people participate in clinical trials to help physicians and researchers identify the best, most effective ways to treat cancer and other diseases. However, studies have shown that many people are often unaware of clinical trial opportunities available to them after diagnosis. A survey of 2,000 cancer survivors conducted by the Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups and Northwestern University found only 12 percent of men were aware of prostate cancer clinical trials at the time of diagnosis. As part of Do It For Dad!, an initiative to educate men about prostate cancer, the National Prostate Cancer Coalition (NPCC) and Amgen Oncology are teaming up to raise awareness of clinical trials as a treatment option for me...
Using GPS To Battle Prostate Cancer
Jul-03-2007
Technology used in satellites is now being used to battle prostate cancer. Read how GPS tracking is making treatment safer.
Les Schwab Tire, Fairview
Jul-04-2007
The mobile Screening unit is in town for two more days. It is a free screening for men to help with early detection of prostate cancer.
Enlarged Prostate Doesn't Mean Cancer
Jul-01-2007
Q. I know I have an enlarged prostate. Is this a sign of cancer? A. Most men with enlarged prostates don't develop prostate cancer, but there's a lot more to this question.
Nutrition Wise: Prostate Cancer and Overweight, Diabetes and Blood Sugar, Bulgur Wheat Uses
Jul-05-2007
By Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDN - Q: Does being overweight affect a man's risk of ? Q: I have and my doctor keeps telling me that my blood sugar is still too high.