men’s health

Awareness, prevention, education, and family – the four goals of Men’s Health Month

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  This June marks the 20th anniversary of Men’s Health Month, first created by the U.S. Congress and a few other organizations in 1994. Men’s Health Month is all about heightening awareness of preventable health problems and encouraging early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.1 This year, the campaign has four goals: awareness, […]

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The Ride of His Life: An Interview with Prostate Cancer Survivor Wayne Sticha

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“I wanted to share my story to, frankly, save other men’s lives.  I discovered that very few knew anything about [prostate cancer].  Even less had had the PSA test.” – Wayne Sticha, 64, Founder of Ride for Dads Over the summer, we shared two interviews with PatientLikeMe members conducted by our partner Patient Power:  one

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Know Your Score for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

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Prostate cancer affects 1 in 6 men in the US and is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among men.  As a result, it affects not just the men battling the disease but also their families, friends and communities.  That’s why the White House has declared September to be National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

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