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Greetings!
We hope that the
September 2019 issue of the Hot SHEET
newsletter finds you doing well. Please join us in recognizing September as
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
. Here are some quick facts about the disease:
- Nearly 175,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2019
- More than 31,000 men in the U.S. will die this year from prostate cancer; it’s the second largest cancer killer of men following lung cancer
- Prostate cancer has no symptoms until it’s advanced
- The disease is always treatable; but if detected early, prostate cancer is often curable
We are saddened by the passing of Jim Kiefert
, Us TOO Director Emeritus, and founder and former leader of the Us TOO support group in Olympia, WA. Diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer nearly 30 years ago, Jim’s positive approach to life, built on a balance of mind, body and spirit, helped him beat the odds and serve as a life force for many. He passed away from a stroke on August 5. A Celebration of Life honoring Jim Kiefert will be held at 1:00 pm, September 14, 2019, at the Unity Church, 1335 Fern St. SW, Olympia, WA 98502. We extend our prayers and condolences to his wife, family and friends.
Every issue of the
Hot SHEET
is a collaborative effort of many. We’d like to send a special shout-out to long-time Us TOO
Hot SHEET
volunteer
James Branch
, along with columnists and prostate cancer medical experts
Dr. Gerald Chodak and Dr. Mark Moyad
.
Thank you, gentlemen
! We appreciate your ongoing commitment to the
Hot SHEET,
Us TOO and the prostate cancer community.
We’re looking forward to hosting the
15
th
Annual SEA Blue Chicago Prostate Cancer Walk & Run
on Sunday, September 15, in Lincoln Park!
SEA
is an acronym for
S
upport,
E
ducate and
A
dvocate; and
blue is to prostate cancer
as pink is to breast cancer. Register to join us at the event, if possible; or donate or register at
SEABlueChicago.org
as a virtual mover at no charge if you will not attend in person but want to help fundraise.
If you are in the Seattle area on September 22, please join us for a walk around beautiful Greenlake Park!
CLICK HERE
to attend or donate to the SEAttle Satellite SEA Blue Prostate Cancer Walk
.
Recently,
Congress expanded the geographic limits for exposure to Agent Orange
. Veterans who served on vessels within 12 nautical miles seaward from the demarcation line of waters of Vietnam and Cambodia as defined in Public Law 116-23 (Blue Water Navy) between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975, are presumed to have been exposed to herbicides such as Agent Orange and may be entitled to service connection for conditions related to that exposure.
CLICK HERE
to read more and find additional information including a
LIST OF CONDITIONS
.
Consider adding to your prostate cancer knowledge with a new book by leading expert Dr. Jeffrey Albaugh, who is also a regular contributor to the
Hot SHEET
Between the Sheets
column. Featuring patient stories about hope and guidance for those facing prostate cancer,
Reclaiming Sex & Intimacy After Prostate Cancer, A Guide for Men and Their Partners, 2nd Edition
helps men cope with the challenges of a prostate cancer diagnosis.
CLICK HERE
for more information
.
Free registration is now open for the Us TOO Pathways educational event series.
Plan to attend in-person or watch the webcast with live audio and video. To register for the Pathways event in Detroit, on Saturday, Oct. 12, send an email to
pathways@ustoo.org
. To register for the Pathways event in Chicago on Saturday, Nov. 9,
CLICK HERE
.
Inspire Patient Pulse
recently featured
AN ARTICLE
about the recognition of
prostate cancer being a “couple’s disease”
relative to the potential impact that treatment side effects can have on the sexual health of a man, intimacy with his partner, and overall quality of life.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation has recently updated their patient guide
to reflect the very latest research and discoveries for prostate cancer patients.
CLICK HERE
to download the updated digital copy
.
BRCA Blue
is an initiative to help educate patients and caregivers about the
connection between BRCA gene mutations and prostate cancer.
While some people may have heard about BRCA genes and their relationship to breast and ovarian cancers, research has shown a connection to other cancers as well – including prostate cancer. Men who have a BRCA mutation are at a higher risk for developing prostate cancer than men without a BRCA mutation. To learn more about this important gene visit
BRCABlue.com
.
IRONMAN
is a registry recruiting 5,000 men with advanced prostate cancer from nine countries.
More than 366,000 men die of prostate cancer globally every year. Research on a man's type of prostate cancer, treatment and side effects will help inform what causes prostate cancer, how to stop or slow its progression, and how to provide the best possible care to enable men to live the best quality life possible.
CLICK HERE
for details.
The Metastatic Prostate Cancer Project is a nationwide genomic research study
for men with metastatic and/or advanced prostate cancer. Patients can join online and participate by sharing their medical information and samples. The project’s goal is to release new data to help researchers better understand metastatic and advanced prostate cancer, and accelerate discoveries.
CLICK HERE
to learn more.
Join PCRI from September 6-8 for the
2019 PCRI Prostate Cancer Patient Conference
and get face to face with prostate cancer experts in every field. Hosted at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott, the PCRI conference is a full-featured educational experience for prostate cancer patients and caregivers. Each day consists of straightforward presentations, extended Q+A sessions, individualized small-group sessions, and a variety of fun and enriching activities to facilitate camaraderie. You can expect to gain a comprehensive knowledge of your disease and become empowered to make the best decisions for your life. Choose your strategy and win the fight!
Watch the new
PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
; and
REGISTER
using the code "ustoo" for a discounted patient registration rate of $30.00.
Malecare is hosting a Prostate Cancer Patient Conference
on October 5. Presentations throughout the day will feature 12 physicians, including six from Memorial Sloan Kettering, breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks. Discounted rooms are provided at the Intercontinental Barclay hotel in Manhattan.
REGISTER
with the promotion code "UsTOO" for a 50% discount
.
Check out the latest issue of the
EUROPA UOMO
newsletter for prostate cancer initiatives in Europe. And participate in the European Prostate Cancer
QUALITY OF LIFE SURVEY
from Europa Uomo. The success of this online survey depends on a strong response rate by its member organizations in 27 countries.
The 2019
Hope Is Like Air
campaign for prostate cancer awareness will involve displaying thousands of blue pinwheels across the U.S., as blue is the color chosen to represent the prostate cancer community.
CLICK HERE
for more information.
We encourage you to do what you can during September to raise awareness for prostate cancer! Take care and let us know how we can help you with educational resources, support services and personal connections to others in the prostate cancer community.
All the best,
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Chuck Strand, Chief Executive Officer
James Hutson, Development Director
Jackie Konieczka, Office Manager
Terri Likowski, Program Director - Support Group Services
Tim Mix, Communications Manager
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