Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a form of cancer that develops in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system. The cancer cells may metastasize (spread) from the prostate to other parts of the body, particularly the bones and lymph nodes. Prostate cancer may cause pain, difficulty in urinating, problems during sexual intercourse, or erectile dysfunction. Other symptoms can potentially develop during later stages of the disease.
Treatment options for prostate cancer with intent to cure are primarily surgery and radiation therapy. Other treatments such as hormonal therapy, chemotherapy, proton therapy, cryosurgery, high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) also exist depending on the clinical scenario and desired outcome.
The age and underlying health of the man, the extent of metastasis, appearance under the microscope, and response of the cancer to initial treatment are important in determining the outcome of the disease. The decision whether or not to treat localized prostate cancer (a tumor that is contained within the prostate) with curative intent is a patient trade-off between the expected beneficial and harmful effects in terms of patient survival and quality of life.
Description and links from Wiki found here; http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prostate_cancer
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About them: Women Against Prostate Cancer (WAPC) is a national organization working to unite the voices and provide support for the millions of women affected by prostate cancer, and their families. WAPC advocates prostate cancer education, public awareness, screenings, legislation, and treatment options.
Background and About Us: Men’s Health Network (MHN) in conjunction with the Dean & Betty Gallo Prostate Cancer Center has founded Women Against Prostate Cancer (WAPC). Members of the group represent over 20 states and a variety of backgrounds and expertise. Our first meeting took place in Baton Rouge in December of 2007 and the group has continued to gain momentum since then.
Mission Statement: Women Against Prostate Cancer (WAPC) is a national organization working to unite the voices and provide support for the millions of women and their families affected by prostate cancer. WAPC advocates prostate cancer education, public awareness, screenings, legislation, and treatment options.
WAPC Network: The organization is comprised of women affected by prostate cancer, working in collaboration with healthcare providers and other organizations. The volunteer leadership will be state and regional based, and structured as a national network.
Statement of Need: To put it simply, prostate cancer (and the health of men) has not been receiving the attention, funding, and support it deserves. One in six men born today will be diagnosed with prostate caner in their lifetime. This year (2007) alone, the National Cancer Institute estimates 219,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, resulting in more than 27,000 deaths. Prostate cancer does not affect men in isolation, it often has a devastating effect on entire families, especially women. Women Against Prostate Cancer aims to bring together and support women who have been affected by the disease, using their passion and determination to further funding, advocacy, and education of the disease.
http://www.womenagainstprostatecancer.org/
Live Strong. Lance Armstrong Foundation
About them: At the Lance Armstrong Foundation, we inspire and empower people affected by cancer.
We believe that unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything. Read our Manifesto.
We provide the practical information and tools people with cancer need to live life on their own terms.
We take aim at the gaps between what is known and what is done to prevent suffering and death due to cancer.
We unite people to fight cancer and pursue an agenda focused on:
- Prevention
- Access to screening and care
- Improvement of the quality of life for cancer survivors
- Investment in research
Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong, the LAF is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in Austin, Texas.
