…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…
Queensland men affected by prostate cancer are being urged to reach out for support today as Cancer Council launches a dedicated prostate cancer call-in day. New data shows only 20 per cent of Brisbane callers to the Helpline so far…
Part of the body’s immune system. Antibodies are proteins made by the blood in response to an invader (antigen) in the body. They help protect against viruses, bacteria and other foreign substances.
An opportunity to give something back to Cancer Council Queensland after he received support and knowledge during his own prostate cancer journey in 2009 was the catalyst for John Cartwright’s volunteering career. “I pack and dispatch orders for the mail…
Cancer-specific support programs, education and referral services to help you learn to cope with cancer….
Different treatments used when prostate cancer has returned….
A way of monitoring prostate cancer that is not causing any symptoms or problems….
Glands that lie close to the prostate and produce secretions that form part of the semen….