David Callister had only recently retired when he received a prostate cancer diagnosis in March 2021 – the day before his 74th birthday. Testing Back in 2017, a regular blood test showed a PSA (prostate-specific antigen) reading of 7, which…
…to Friday for more information about prostate cancer or to discuss being tested for prostate cancer,” Ms Clift said. “Men in at-risk age groups, particularly those over 50, or with a family history, need to be proactive about prostate cancer.”…
Queensland men affected by prostate cancer are being urged to reach out for support as Cancer Council launches a dedicated prostate cancer call-in day on their Helpline, on September 24. New data shows only 20 per cent of Brisbane callers…
…particularly those over 50, or with a family history, need to be proactive about prostate cancer,” Ms Clift said. “While there is no single, simple test to detect prostate cancer, it is important that men discuss their risk and the…
Queenslanders impacted by prostate cancer are urged to reach out for support on Wednesday September 9, when Cancer Council hosts its annual prostate cancer call-in day. The 13 11 20 call-in coincides with Prostate Cancer Awareness Month in September. Cancer…
Queenslanders impacted by prostate cancer are being urged to reach out for support today, Cancer Council Queensland’s annual prostate cancer call-in day. The 13 11 20 call-in coincides with Prostate Cancer Awareness Month this September. Cancer Council Queensland spokesperson Katie…
…“Through the survivorship centre, we will increase capacity in preparation for future challenges, with an ever-increasing cohort of men with prostate cancer in our community. “We will target critical problems in survivorship after prostate cancer.” Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia CEO…
…men diagnosed with the disease. “The top five needs identified by the study were sexuality, prostate cancer-specific needs, psychological, physical and daily living, and health system and information,” Prof Chambers said. “For most men, those who were older, less well-educated…
…University and University of Queensland study investigated the impact of a range of factors on short-term mortality outcomes for men diagnosed with prostate cancer in Queensland. The research found a consistently higher risk of mortality for men diagnosed with prostate…
…unmet sexuality and sexual health needs following treatment. Specifically, rates of erectile dysfunction in prostate cancer survivors are 10 to 15 times higher than their age-matched peers without cancer. Griffith University’s Professor Suzanne Chambers said treatments for prostate cancer, including…