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Cancer awareness in September: Prostate, ovarian and thyroid

September was an awareness month for three types of cancer – prostate, ovarian and thyroid – and the emphasis fell on early detection, something to keep in mind year round. Man up. Get checked.  #manupgetchecked This month, the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) teamed up with boxing legend Evander Holyfield for a PSA. The PCF also

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

“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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Snapping the Glove on Prostate Cancer Awareness: An Interview with Dan Hennessey

Canadian Dan Hennessey (Goalie at PatientsLikeMe) started out as a prostate cancer patient.  Today, following successful treatment, he is not only a prostate cancer survivor, but an author, speaker and activist in the prostate cancer awareness movement.  In honor of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we’ve interviewed Dan to learn about his experience and find

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Know Your Score for Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

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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