Screening for Prostate Cancer
Otis W. Brawley, MD1, Donna P. Ankerst, PhD2 and Ian M. Thompson, MD3
Prostate Cancer: Current Evidence Weighs Against Population Screening
Peter Boyle, PhD, DSc1 and Otis W. Brawley, MD2
It may take a while for me to fully digest these two articles with my initial opinion being that both articles are of interest and hold some merit but there are comparisons/findings that on first reading are completely groundless!
For Example:
Prostate Cancer: Current Evidence Weighs Against Population Screening
"The real impact and tragedy of prostate cancer screening is the doubling of the lifetime risk of a diagnosis of prostate cancer with little if any decrease in the risk of dying from this disease. In 1985, before PSA screening was available, an American man had an 8.7% lifetime risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer and a 2.5% lifetime risk of dying from the disease.18 Twenty years later, in 2005, an American man had a 17% lifetime risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer and a 3% risk of dying from prostate cancer."
The above statement is completely flawed in my opinion as who can possibly know what the lifetime risk of being diagnosed and risk of dying would be after 1985 if there were no screening in place,within the USA!
The 'modern' world where change in lifestyles,food,packaging and antiperspirants for example appear to be just a few factors that are adding to the increase in PC cases.
Think I've re-read enough of the two articles to know they are basically a cut and paste exercise without going deeper into each part they cite along with using emmotive language to push their own view forward,in some cases.
I do agree with some of their conclusions though but not the way they have gone about it!
The new AUA guidelines are just about right,in my opinion.
Monday, 29 June 2009
Prostate screening studies reviewed in European Urology July issue
Next month, European Urology will publish the EAU position statement on screening for prostate cancer which takes into consideration the recent scientific information on randomised screening studies on prostate cancer (Schröder et al, NEJM 2009). The EAU adopts the conclusions of the ERSPC study and recognises the benefit of screening in terms of mortality reduction, as well as the adverse effects of overdiagnosis and overtreatment of prostate cancers which could be quantified for the first time in the setting of a randomised screening study.
Prostate screening studies reviewed in European Urology July issue
Prostate screening studies reviewed in European Urology July issue
NEWS.29-30th June (Updated-10 posts)
Bladder Cancer No Longer a Death Sentence USA/Mexico-30th June
Want to know what treatment works best? Report sets 100 priorities for finding best choices USA-30th June
Most common cancer in Canadian men Canada-30th June
Subsidised prostate screening Singapore-30th June
Followup: Antiperspirants And Cancer" USA-29th June
Chorley MP speaks out on male cancers UK-29th June
Ambulance workers to do 10,000ft skydive for charity UK-29th June
Comedian Fred Travalena dies of cancer USA-29th June
Cancer;Not Simply A Question Of Life Or Death,Macmillan Cancer Support UK-29 June
Your Health:More risks found in household plastics USA-29th June
Want to know what treatment works best? Report sets 100 priorities for finding best choices USA-30th June
Most common cancer in Canadian men Canada-30th June
Subsidised prostate screening Singapore-30th June
Followup: Antiperspirants And Cancer" USA-29th June
Chorley MP speaks out on male cancers UK-29th June
Ambulance workers to do 10,000ft skydive for charity UK-29th June
Comedian Fred Travalena dies of cancer USA-29th June
Cancer;Not Simply A Question Of Life Or Death,Macmillan Cancer Support UK-29 June
Your Health:More risks found in household plastics USA-29th June
Sunday, 28 June 2009
My secret battle with cancer,by Strictly Come Dancing judge Len
"Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous tumour in his prostate gland, he has revealed.
He had the operation three weeks ago – without telling any of his BBC colleagues – and now says he feels ‘right as rain’.
The 65-year-old told The Mail on Sunday he will be back on the show in the autumn, and credited his swift recovery to doctors spotting the disease early at his annual check-up."
"Len admitted he feared the worst when the disease was first discovered, but remained upbeat during his treatment.
‘I feel good,’ he said. ‘I was obviously worried at the start. We all worry if we get something like this. You do feel a bit vulnerable, but as long as you come out the other side all right, why worry?’
The private operation at a Bupa hospital in Blackheath, South-East London, was conducted by one of Britain’s leading urologists, Peter Thompson.
‘I was confined to the hospital for four days, and then it’s been a couple of weeks of convalescing and recuperating,’ he said.
‘The trouble with doctors is they won’t tell you definitely what you should do. They leave it to you. So yours is an uneducated guess. They said I could have radiation, but I thought the best thing was to have it removed.
‘It was left to me and I felt that was the best route, but whether it is or not I don’t know. You’re a bit sore for a while and you can’t play golf, which is the biggest blow at the moment. But I will be able to in a month’s time or so – I can’t wait.’
Len, who runs his own dance school in Dartford, Kent, urged middle-aged men to go for regular check-ups, saying: ‘Men, probably more than women, tend to ignore their health.
‘As long as you get checked up every year, then medicine is such now that if you do get something, then hopefully they can catch it early and you have a good chance. ‘I think that’s the most important thing – men of a certain age should have their check-up every year.’
My secret battle with cancer
He had the operation three weeks ago – without telling any of his BBC colleagues – and now says he feels ‘right as rain’.
The 65-year-old told The Mail on Sunday he will be back on the show in the autumn, and credited his swift recovery to doctors spotting the disease early at his annual check-up."
"Len admitted he feared the worst when the disease was first discovered, but remained upbeat during his treatment.
‘I feel good,’ he said. ‘I was obviously worried at the start. We all worry if we get something like this. You do feel a bit vulnerable, but as long as you come out the other side all right, why worry?’
The private operation at a Bupa hospital in Blackheath, South-East London, was conducted by one of Britain’s leading urologists, Peter Thompson.
‘I was confined to the hospital for four days, and then it’s been a couple of weeks of convalescing and recuperating,’ he said.
‘The trouble with doctors is they won’t tell you definitely what you should do. They leave it to you. So yours is an uneducated guess. They said I could have radiation, but I thought the best thing was to have it removed.
‘It was left to me and I felt that was the best route, but whether it is or not I don’t know. You’re a bit sore for a while and you can’t play golf, which is the biggest blow at the moment. But I will be able to in a month’s time or so – I can’t wait.’
Len, who runs his own dance school in Dartford, Kent, urged middle-aged men to go for regular check-ups, saying: ‘Men, probably more than women, tend to ignore their health.
‘As long as you get checked up every year, then medicine is such now that if you do get something, then hopefully they can catch it early and you have a good chance. ‘I think that’s the most important thing – men of a certain age should have their check-up every year.’
My secret battle with cancer
Saturday, 27 June 2009
Bluegrass musician Bill Harrell dies at 74
Harrell died on Wednesday at his home in Davidsonville, Md., at age 74. He had suffered a stroke on June 12, just a few weeks after learning that he had prostate cancer.
Bluegrass musician Bill Harrell dies at 74
The Bluegrass Blog
CYBERGRASS
BluegrassJournal.com
As I'm a Bluegrass fan thought it would be a good idea to have a musical tribute:
Bill Harrell-Eatin' Out of Your Hand-33.3 rpm
Don Reno and Bill Harrell 1975 Ottawa Ohio Part 1
Don Reno and Bill Harrell 1975 Ottawa Ohio Part 2"
Bill Harrell & the Virginians-Misty Mountain"
Bill Harrell + The Virginians - When the Saints go marching in.
Bill Harrell and The Virginians - Orange Blossom Special
Bluegrass musician Bill Harrell dies at 74
The Bluegrass Blog
CYBERGRASS
BluegrassJournal.com
As I'm a Bluegrass fan thought it would be a good idea to have a musical tribute:
Bill Harrell-Eatin' Out of Your Hand-33.3 rpm
Don Reno and Bill Harrell 1975 Ottawa Ohio Part 1
Don Reno and Bill Harrell 1975 Ottawa Ohio Part 2"
Bill Harrell & the Virginians-Misty Mountain"
Bill Harrell + The Virginians - When the Saints go marching in.
Bill Harrell and The Virginians - Orange Blossom Special
Friday, 26 June 2009
Many UK cancer deaths 'premature' (25th June)
"Up to 15,000 people aged over 75 may be dying unnecessarily from cancer each year in the UK, according to research.
The North West Cancer Intelligence Service said their lives would be prolonged if UK cancer survival rates matched the best in Europe and the US.
Researchers said delays in diagnosing cancer in the UK and poorer treatment after diagnosis may be to blame.
The government's national cancer director said urgent action was needed over the study's findings. "
Link to full article:
Many UK cancer deaths 'premature' (25th June)
The North West Cancer Intelligence Service said their lives would be prolonged if UK cancer survival rates matched the best in Europe and the US.
Researchers said delays in diagnosing cancer in the UK and poorer treatment after diagnosis may be to blame.
The government's national cancer director said urgent action was needed over the study's findings. "
Link to full article:
Many UK cancer deaths 'premature' (25th June)
Kanu becomes Cancer Centre's goodwill ambassador
Looks like the new cancer centre is taking shape as previously reported on:
AFRICA
"THE International Cancer Centre Abuja (ICCA) has named Super Eagle's captain, Kanu Nwankwo, the Centre's Goodwill Ambassador.
At an investiture held yesterday in Abuja, the First Lady and initiator of the Centre, Turai Yar'Adua, said the honour done to Kanu was in recognition of his immense contribution to the less privileged in the society, especially his Heart Foundation.
Represented by the Chairman of the Steering Committee and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Senator Muhammed Adamu Aliero, Turai Yar'Adua said Kanu has done the nation proud in various ways, stressing that the Centre would benefit immensely from the support of the likes of Kanu.
He, therefore, charged him to use his enviable position to reach out to many Nigerians, both at home and in the Diaspora, to support the Centre, with a view to reducing the cancer pandemic in the country. Aliero used the occasion to call on all Nigerians to support the initiative, especially the forthcoming launch slated for July 18 in Abuja.
The minister also used the opportunity to commend Kanu and his team-mates over what he described as the "impressive performance" of the Super Eagles against the Harambee Stars of Kenya, while thanking Nigerians for the massive support during the encounter.
In his response, Kanu expressed happiness over the honour done to him, noting that Nigerians have begun to recognise heroes in their lifetime. He further pledged total support for the Centre, expressing happiness over the honour.
He said: "I am happy and proud to be named Goodwill Ambassador of the International Cancer Centre, Abuja, and I want to assure you, sir, that I will use everything within my disposal to support the Centre.""
Kanu becomes Cancer Centre's goodwill ambassador
AFRICA
"THE International Cancer Centre Abuja (ICCA) has named Super Eagle's captain, Kanu Nwankwo, the Centre's Goodwill Ambassador.
At an investiture held yesterday in Abuja, the First Lady and initiator of the Centre, Turai Yar'Adua, said the honour done to Kanu was in recognition of his immense contribution to the less privileged in the society, especially his Heart Foundation.
Represented by the Chairman of the Steering Committee and Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Senator Muhammed Adamu Aliero, Turai Yar'Adua said Kanu has done the nation proud in various ways, stressing that the Centre would benefit immensely from the support of the likes of Kanu.
He, therefore, charged him to use his enviable position to reach out to many Nigerians, both at home and in the Diaspora, to support the Centre, with a view to reducing the cancer pandemic in the country. Aliero used the occasion to call on all Nigerians to support the initiative, especially the forthcoming launch slated for July 18 in Abuja.
The minister also used the opportunity to commend Kanu and his team-mates over what he described as the "impressive performance" of the Super Eagles against the Harambee Stars of Kenya, while thanking Nigerians for the massive support during the encounter.
In his response, Kanu expressed happiness over the honour done to him, noting that Nigerians have begun to recognise heroes in their lifetime. He further pledged total support for the Centre, expressing happiness over the honour.
He said: "I am happy and proud to be named Goodwill Ambassador of the International Cancer Centre, Abuja, and I want to assure you, sir, that I will use everything within my disposal to support the Centre.""
Kanu becomes Cancer Centre's goodwill ambassador
Thursday, 25 June 2009
Mediwatch Distributors-USA (Yes,Another One!) BioPlasty Medical
I'll start off with a bit of history (BOP is earliest news along with links) :
The picture above is that of the new Mediwatch Sensic Clinic
In May 2009-BioPlasty Mobile Medical Services Delivers Urodynamics
Written by Administrator
Saturday, 09 May 2009 15:17
BioPlasty Medical is pleased to offer a complete Urodynamics Diagnostic Testing service. Our company provides:
A trained urodynamics nurse.
The latest equipment.
The supplies necessary to perform this service at your clinical site of care.
All services are provided for your patients, at your facility, on a rental basis. We rent the equipment; provide the supplies and a trained nurse. Your practice bills the patient and the patient’s insurance.
Urodyanmics helps identify the root cause(s) of your patient’s continence dysfunction. This exam identifies the cause(s) of the patient’s problem sooner and more accurately than without. Urodynamic testing can help determine the best clinical solution(s) for the patient. This information saves the patient discomfort, and potential urologic damage. Additionally, this information can save the patient time and money for long term costs of care. Further, this exam can save the health system long term expense while driving significant passive income to your practice. To better understand the clinical, revenue and convenience factors associated with this service, please contact us. 800-558-5870
Last Updated on Saturday, 13 June 2009 20:29
In April 2009 American Medical Works, Inc. acquired BioPlasty Medical, LLC
"Mr. Jeff McCormick, CEO American Medical Works, Inc. says “The unique combination of these marketing and sales capabilities creates greater synergies for all parties involved. By joining BioPlasty Medical, the medical sales organization, with the OnHealth Family of integrated recruiting and training solutions, we create added value for our clients, our customers and our employees. This is a very exciting advancement for us, and our industry.”"
BioPlasty Medical
American Medical Works,Inc.
I have added BioPlasty Medical to the main page found within the month of April under Distributors For MDW Products
The picture above is that of the new Mediwatch Sensic Clinic
In May 2009-BioPlasty Mobile Medical Services Delivers Urodynamics
Written by Administrator
Saturday, 09 May 2009 15:17
BioPlasty Medical is pleased to offer a complete Urodynamics Diagnostic Testing service. Our company provides:
A trained urodynamics nurse.
The latest equipment.
The supplies necessary to perform this service at your clinical site of care.
All services are provided for your patients, at your facility, on a rental basis. We rent the equipment; provide the supplies and a trained nurse. Your practice bills the patient and the patient’s insurance.
Urodyanmics helps identify the root cause(s) of your patient’s continence dysfunction. This exam identifies the cause(s) of the patient’s problem sooner and more accurately than without. Urodynamic testing can help determine the best clinical solution(s) for the patient. This information saves the patient discomfort, and potential urologic damage. Additionally, this information can save the patient time and money for long term costs of care. Further, this exam can save the health system long term expense while driving significant passive income to your practice. To better understand the clinical, revenue and convenience factors associated with this service, please contact us. 800-558-5870
Last Updated on Saturday, 13 June 2009 20:29
In April 2009 American Medical Works, Inc. acquired BioPlasty Medical, LLC
"Mr. Jeff McCormick, CEO American Medical Works, Inc. says “The unique combination of these marketing and sales capabilities creates greater synergies for all parties involved. By joining BioPlasty Medical, the medical sales organization, with the OnHealth Family of integrated recruiting and training solutions, we create added value for our clients, our customers and our employees. This is a very exciting advancement for us, and our industry.”"
BioPlasty Medical
American Medical Works,Inc.
I have added BioPlasty Medical to the main page found within the month of April under Distributors For MDW Products
Cancer Incidence and Survival By Major Ethnic Group,England, 2002 - 2006
First Report on Cancer Incidence and Ethnicity
The National Cancer Intelligence Network (NCIN) and Cancer Research UK has today (Thursday) published the first report on cancer incidence and ethnicity.
According to the report, black people were nearly twice as likely as white people to get stomach cancer.
And black men were up to three times more likely than white men to get prostate cancer.
The report will help to shape policy on targeting relevant public health messages to the ethnic communities around the signs and symptoms of cancer.
It taps into sets of data from NHS Trusts and cancer registries that have never been linked up nationally - bringing together information that will be crucial for healthcare commissioners deciding how best to spend their budget in areas with large ethnic groups.
The report is the first national analysis of cancer incidence in ethnic groups and looked at all cases of cancer diagnosed in England between 2002 and 2006.
Professor David Forman, information lead for the NCIN, said: "While the white population is at a higher risk overall from cancer, this report highlights the increased risk of certain cancers, like stomach and prostate cancer, in the black population.
"We don't know why these differences exist. The reasons could mainly be genetic, but we think that lifestyle factors could have a role to play.
"We now need more research to understand why these differences exist and to begin to tackle these inequalities."
The report - presented at the NCIN annual conference in Birmingham today - also found that black people were nearly three times more likely to get myeloma - a bone marrow cancer.
And Asian women could be up to 80 per cent more likely than white women to get mouth cancer.
Dr Lesley Walker, director of cancer information at Cancer Research UK, said: "This report is a hugely important step forward in understanding how such a complex disease affects people from different ethnic groups.
"The next step is to think about how we can target health messages appropriately - making sure different communities are aware of the signs and symptoms of the cancers that are more likely to affect them."
Professor Mike Richards, national cancer director, said: "The NCIN was formed to help improve cancer services through good quality data.
"This report is a very significant move towards this aim. Based on what it shows, we will be able to measure the effect of any policies we now target to ethnic minority communities."
First Report on Cancer Incidence and Ethnicity
Here is the actual report:
Cancer Incidence and Survival By Major Ethnic Group,England,2002-2006
I'v added the report to the main section found within the month of April under Global Health
The National Cancer Intelligence Network (NCIN) and Cancer Research UK has today (Thursday) published the first report on cancer incidence and ethnicity.
According to the report, black people were nearly twice as likely as white people to get stomach cancer.
And black men were up to three times more likely than white men to get prostate cancer.
The report will help to shape policy on targeting relevant public health messages to the ethnic communities around the signs and symptoms of cancer.
It taps into sets of data from NHS Trusts and cancer registries that have never been linked up nationally - bringing together information that will be crucial for healthcare commissioners deciding how best to spend their budget in areas with large ethnic groups.
The report is the first national analysis of cancer incidence in ethnic groups and looked at all cases of cancer diagnosed in England between 2002 and 2006.
Professor David Forman, information lead for the NCIN, said: "While the white population is at a higher risk overall from cancer, this report highlights the increased risk of certain cancers, like stomach and prostate cancer, in the black population.
"We don't know why these differences exist. The reasons could mainly be genetic, but we think that lifestyle factors could have a role to play.
"We now need more research to understand why these differences exist and to begin to tackle these inequalities."
The report - presented at the NCIN annual conference in Birmingham today - also found that black people were nearly three times more likely to get myeloma - a bone marrow cancer.
And Asian women could be up to 80 per cent more likely than white women to get mouth cancer.
Dr Lesley Walker, director of cancer information at Cancer Research UK, said: "This report is a hugely important step forward in understanding how such a complex disease affects people from different ethnic groups.
"The next step is to think about how we can target health messages appropriately - making sure different communities are aware of the signs and symptoms of the cancers that are more likely to affect them."
Professor Mike Richards, national cancer director, said: "The NCIN was formed to help improve cancer services through good quality data.
"This report is a very significant move towards this aim. Based on what it shows, we will be able to measure the effect of any policies we now target to ethnic minority communities."
First Report on Cancer Incidence and Ethnicity
Here is the actual report:
Cancer Incidence and Survival By Major Ethnic Group,England,2002-2006
I'v added the report to the main section found within the month of April under Global Health
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables Market to Reach $170 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts
GIA announces the release of a comprehensive global report on Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables market. World Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables market is projected to reach $170 million by the year 2015 primarily driven by soaring cases of urological disorders, prevalence of large and untapped market, and expanding network of testing centers.
San Jose, California (PRWEB), June 23, 2009 -- Availability of wider treatment choices for overcoming urological conditions/symptoms and availability of medical reimbursement for the urological preliminary tests are the sustaining forces of the Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables market. Further, aging population and increasing incidence of urological problems represent an inevitable increase in demand for urodynamic products.
Urodynamics involves various procedures and tests that are performed to provide information to urologists and urogynecologists regarding the functioning of the urinary bladder and associated tissues. Symptoms such as recurrent urinary infections, incontinence, difficulty in emptying the bladder completely, frequent urination, painful urination, starting a urine stream and sudden and strong urges to urinate are identified and studied by urodynamics.
United States represents the single largest market for urodynamics equipment and disposables in the world. Leading global and regional players dominating the Urodynamics market include American Medical Systems Inc., Andromeda, C.R. Bard Inc., Cook Urological Inc., Covidien Ltd., ETHICON Inc., HealthTronics Inc., Laborie Medical Technologies Inc., Life-Tech, Medical Measurement Systems, Mediwatch Plc, Sandhill Scientific-UK, Schippers-Medizintechnik, SRS Medical Systems Inc., Urodynamix Technologies Ltd. and among others.
The report titled "Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables: A Global Strategic Business Report" announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., covers major market dynamics, trends, issues, and competition pertaining to the market. The report enumerates recent product introductions/innovations, developments, and mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for the period 2006-2015 for markets including the US, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of World.
Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables Market to Reach $170 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts
San Jose, California (PRWEB), June 23, 2009 -- Availability of wider treatment choices for overcoming urological conditions/symptoms and availability of medical reimbursement for the urological preliminary tests are the sustaining forces of the Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables market. Further, aging population and increasing incidence of urological problems represent an inevitable increase in demand for urodynamic products.
Urodynamics involves various procedures and tests that are performed to provide information to urologists and urogynecologists regarding the functioning of the urinary bladder and associated tissues. Symptoms such as recurrent urinary infections, incontinence, difficulty in emptying the bladder completely, frequent urination, painful urination, starting a urine stream and sudden and strong urges to urinate are identified and studied by urodynamics.
United States represents the single largest market for urodynamics equipment and disposables in the world. Leading global and regional players dominating the Urodynamics market include American Medical Systems Inc., Andromeda, C.R. Bard Inc., Cook Urological Inc., Covidien Ltd., ETHICON Inc., HealthTronics Inc., Laborie Medical Technologies Inc., Life-Tech, Medical Measurement Systems, Mediwatch Plc, Sandhill Scientific-UK, Schippers-Medizintechnik, SRS Medical Systems Inc., Urodynamix Technologies Ltd. and among others.
The report titled "Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables: A Global Strategic Business Report" announced by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., covers major market dynamics, trends, issues, and competition pertaining to the market. The report enumerates recent product introductions/innovations, developments, and mergers, acquisitions and other strategic industry activities. Analysis is presented for the period 2006-2015 for markets including the US, Europe, France, Germany, Italy, UK, and Rest of World.
Urodynamics Equipment and Disposables Market to Reach $170 Million by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts
ANDROLOGY AUSTRALIA STATEMENT ON PSA TESTING FOR PROSTATE CANCER
Interesting and recent report from Andrology Australia,dated 14th May 2009.
Quite a thoughtful and well put together document,in my opinion.
ANDROLOGY AUSTRALIA STATEMENT ON PSA TESTING FOR PROSTATE CANCER
Quite a thoughtful and well put together document,in my opinion.
ANDROLOGY AUSTRALIA STATEMENT ON PSA TESTING FOR PROSTATE CANCER
Articles of interest from URO-TODAY
Just a reminder that:
25 June 2008
"Mediwatch has signed an agreement with Bostwick Laboratories Inc. a general reference laboratory headquartered in Richmond, Virginia,USA) granting it sole rights to sell the nucleic acid amplification based PCA3PlusTM test worldwide, with the exception of Canada and the USA."
It must also be noted that there are other companies that offer the PCA3 test under their own brand name.
Beyond the Abstract - Prostate Cancer Gene 3 (PCA3): Development and Internal Validation of a Novel Biopsy Nomogram
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
BERKELEY, CA (UroToday.com) - In this paper, we investigated 809 prostate cancer patients subjected to >10 cores at initial or repeat prostate biopsy from two prospective, multi-center studies from Europe and North America.
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The Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction Among Brazilian Men Screened for Prostate Cancer - Abstract
Of men screened for prostate cancer in Brazil, approximately 40% have moderate or severe ED. Severe LUTS, higher HRQL scores, a large prostate volume, a low BMI and higher PSA levels might be associated with higher rates of ED. These variables should be considered when analysing the erectile function of patients screened for prostate cancer.
Written by:
Paranhos M, Antunes A, Andrade E, Freire G, Srougi M.
Link to Article
25 June 2008
"Mediwatch has signed an agreement with Bostwick Laboratories Inc. a general reference laboratory headquartered in Richmond, Virginia,USA) granting it sole rights to sell the nucleic acid amplification based PCA3PlusTM test worldwide, with the exception of Canada and the USA."
It must also be noted that there are other companies that offer the PCA3 test under their own brand name.
Beyond the Abstract - Prostate Cancer Gene 3 (PCA3): Development and Internal Validation of a Novel Biopsy Nomogram
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
BERKELEY, CA (UroToday.com) - In this paper, we investigated 809 prostate cancer patients subjected to >10 cores at initial or repeat prostate biopsy from two prospective, multi-center studies from Europe and North America.
Login to read more...
Main Website
The Prevalence of Erectile Dysfunction Among Brazilian Men Screened for Prostate Cancer - Abstract
Of men screened for prostate cancer in Brazil, approximately 40% have moderate or severe ED. Severe LUTS, higher HRQL scores, a large prostate volume, a low BMI and higher PSA levels might be associated with higher rates of ED. These variables should be considered when analysing the erectile function of patients screened for prostate cancer.
Written by:
Paranhos M, Antunes A, Andrade E, Freire G, Srougi M.
Link to Article
Sunday, 21 June 2009
NEWS-Week Ending 28th June (Updated-11 Posts)
PLEASE NOTE THAT PSAwatch IS STILL (YES STILL) AWAITING FDA APPROVALS SO IS NOT AVAILABLE IN THE USA.............
Prostate screening important USA-28th June
Ministers to unveil cancer pledge UK-28th June
Are Antiperspirants Linked To Current Prostate And Breast Cancer Rates? UroToday.com-27th June
As a Matter of Fact: Education the answer to all men’s health issues Barbados-27th June
Healthy Advice Networks Announces Improved Patient Outcomes in Physicians' Offices with Healthy Advice Programs: Higher Percentage of Patients Have Preventative Testing USA-27th June
New York men take prostate test to 'be more careful' of their health USA-25th June
First report on cancer incidence and ethnicity UK-25th June
Urology Group: Prostate Screening Should Be Offered Beginning at Age 40 USA-24th June
Free prostate screenings at "Main Street Mile" (26th June) USA-23rd June
New perspective on the causes, effects and potential treatment of sexual dysfunction USA-23rd June
Postoperative PSA And PSA Velocity Identify Presence Of Prostate Cancer After Various Surgical Interventions For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia 22nd June
MPs strive to settle prostate testing row New Zealand-22nd June
Prostate screening important USA-28th June
Ministers to unveil cancer pledge UK-28th June
Are Antiperspirants Linked To Current Prostate And Breast Cancer Rates? UroToday.com-27th June
As a Matter of Fact: Education the answer to all men’s health issues Barbados-27th June
Healthy Advice Networks Announces Improved Patient Outcomes in Physicians' Offices with Healthy Advice Programs: Higher Percentage of Patients Have Preventative Testing USA-27th June
New York men take prostate test to 'be more careful' of their health USA-25th June
First report on cancer incidence and ethnicity UK-25th June
Urology Group: Prostate Screening Should Be Offered Beginning at Age 40 USA-24th June
Free prostate screenings at "Main Street Mile" (26th June) USA-23rd June
New perspective on the causes, effects and potential treatment of sexual dysfunction USA-23rd June
Postoperative PSA And PSA Velocity Identify Presence Of Prostate Cancer After Various Surgical Interventions For Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia 22nd June
MPs strive to settle prostate testing row New Zealand-22nd June
Saturday, 20 June 2009
UK-The Office's Gervais will design Manbag for charity
Ricky Gervais of The Office and Extras fame is going to design a man purse -- but it's for a good cause.
The U.K.'s Prostrate Cancer Charity (part of the Charity Aids Foundation) asked television stars and other celebrities to design a man's handbag for The Manbag Company.
Each unique design will be auctioned off to fight prostate cancer.Of course, Gervais is a funny man and a cool, self-effacing celeb. But, it'll be interesting to see if even he can make something as inherently uncool as a man purse into swag a guy will want to spend money on -- cancer be damned.
Other celebrities (and pseudo-celebrities) joining Gervais in the bag designing business include Spandau Ballet, Depeche Mode, Alan Carr and Jade Jagger.Sure, it's all for a great cause and should be a huge success.
But, there will always be men out there who'd rather risk prostate cancer than be seen with a Manbag.
The Office's Gervais will design Manbag for charity
The U.K.'s Prostrate Cancer Charity (part of the Charity Aids Foundation) asked television stars and other celebrities to design a man's handbag for The Manbag Company.
Each unique design will be auctioned off to fight prostate cancer.Of course, Gervais is a funny man and a cool, self-effacing celeb. But, it'll be interesting to see if even he can make something as inherently uncool as a man purse into swag a guy will want to spend money on -- cancer be damned.
Other celebrities (and pseudo-celebrities) joining Gervais in the bag designing business include Spandau Ballet, Depeche Mode, Alan Carr and Jade Jagger.Sure, it's all for a great cause and should be a huge success.
But, there will always be men out there who'd rather risk prostate cancer than be seen with a Manbag.
The Office's Gervais will design Manbag for charity
USA-GARY PAPA, the WPVI-TV (Channel 6) sports director
I don't recite many personal stories from the media but I think this is worth posting for many reasons.............
CANCER TAKES 'COURAGEOUS' PAPA
GARY PAPA, the WPVI-TV (Channel 6) sports director whose six-year battle with prostate cancer ended yesterday afternoon with his death at age 54, didn't just fight the good fight.
He fought it in public.
For the region, Papa became the face of someone living with cancer, not merely suffering from it. Showing up on camera without hair when he was undergoing treatment, Papa used his cancer as an impetus to educate others about the disease and to raise money for research.
"He's a profile of courage," Scott Palmer, a former Channel 6 colleague who now works as director of public affairs for the Phillies, said yesterday.
"To go through what he has gone through in the last couple of years, and more so the last couple of months, is extraordinary, but to do that publicly, it's incredible," Palmer said. "Through it all, he's been a model of courage and enthusiasm, which he's always had, but has continued to have through this time."
Papa, who last appeared on air May 13, is survived by his wife, Kathleen, and their two young sons, Nathaniel and Tucker. He had been at home as recently as last week, a Channel 6 spokeswoman said. He died at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Channel 6 last night devoted its 5 p.m. newscast to "Remembering Gary," with a screen crawl devoted to viewers' reactions. "Gary Papa was amazing and it was obvious he loved what he did," one read.
Reporters were dispatched across the region to interview Papa's fans.
They included Gov. Rendell, who told anchors Rob Jennings and Monica Malpass: "I thought he was going to make it." Mayor Nutter told them, "I've never seen Gary Papa not smiling . . . so it was hard when I heard the news a little while ago."
Papa's chair was left empty throughout the newscast out of respect, Malpass noted.
The station urged viewers to join members of its staff at tomorrow's seventh annual "Run 4 Your Life" Father's Day Prostate Run/Walk to raise money for prostate-cancer research.
Papa was co-chairman of the event, which begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and proceeds along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Papa's death was also the only story on "Action News" at 6 p.m. yesterday. Anchor Jim Gardner and weatherman Dave Roberts, at times blinking back tears, reminisced about their friend, who had worked at the station since 1981.
Papa, who had earned a degree in political science from Cornell University and a law degree from the University of Buffalo, was hired as a sports reporter and weekend sportscaster, having previously worked at stations in his native Buffalo and in Steubenville, Ohio.
He broke into TV sports at WGRZ-TV Channel 2, the same Buffalo TV station that produced both Gardner and Roberts.
From 1983 to 2008, Papa also hosted Channel 6's "Prime Time" magazine.
"Needless to say, all of us who have worked with Gary and who loved Gary are devastated tonight," Gardner said in a prepared statement before the newscast.
"Most of us knew this day would have to come eventually, but there's no way to really prepare," Gardner said. "There is an enormous hole in our hearts, almost as enormous as was Gary's spirit, his devotion to his work and to all of you."
John Clark, a sports anchor at NBC-10, said Papa was a longtime friend and a mentor to him.
"The night before my interview at Channel 10, I was coming up from the shore and didn't really have a place to stay and Gary said, 'Come over and sleep at my house.' So I stayed over his house," Clark said. "He was one of the most giving people I have ever met."
"Gary was a fighter; he gave it his all," said Comcast-Spectacor chairman Ed Snider in a prepared statement. "He was one of the good guys. We will always remember him for his passion for sports and his dedication to the sports scene in Philadelphia."
Eagles chairman and chief executive officer Jeffrey Lurie said in a prepared statement: "I will always remember him for the energy and passion he brought to his profession, especially during some of the toughest times of his battle with cancer."
In a Daily News interview published June 19, 1986 - exactly 23 years before his death - Papa told sportswriter Kevin Mulligan that he had begun knocking on doors in Buffalo for a TV job upon graduation from law school and he recalled how Channel 2 had hired him.
"I'd have taken anything," Papa said. "I said I was looking for a job in news, on the air, whatever. The guy said, 'Sorry, I've got nothing.' As I was on my way out, he said, 'By the way, our weekend sportscaster's leaving.' I told him I'd have a tape on his desk the next morning."
He was hired a week later.
Papa married Kathleen, a delivery-room nurse at Lankenau Hospital, in October 1985, two years after meeting her on a blind date arranged by "Action News" weekend anchor Jennings.
On their wedding day, Papa ran in a four-mile race and took sixth in the over-30 age group.
"My wife was going crazy," he told Mulligan. "I always wondered what I'd have done if I broke my leg or something. Better yet, what would my wife have done? On the trophy, it says, 'In defiance of matrimony.' "
For more information about tomorrow's "Run 4 Your Life" Father's Day Prostate Run/Walk, go to: http://run4yourlife.kintera.org.
CANCER TAKES 'COURAGEOUS' PAPA
CANCER TAKES 'COURAGEOUS' PAPA
GARY PAPA, the WPVI-TV (Channel 6) sports director whose six-year battle with prostate cancer ended yesterday afternoon with his death at age 54, didn't just fight the good fight.
He fought it in public.
For the region, Papa became the face of someone living with cancer, not merely suffering from it. Showing up on camera without hair when he was undergoing treatment, Papa used his cancer as an impetus to educate others about the disease and to raise money for research.
"He's a profile of courage," Scott Palmer, a former Channel 6 colleague who now works as director of public affairs for the Phillies, said yesterday.
"To go through what he has gone through in the last couple of years, and more so the last couple of months, is extraordinary, but to do that publicly, it's incredible," Palmer said. "Through it all, he's been a model of courage and enthusiasm, which he's always had, but has continued to have through this time."
Papa, who last appeared on air May 13, is survived by his wife, Kathleen, and their two young sons, Nathaniel and Tucker. He had been at home as recently as last week, a Channel 6 spokeswoman said. He died at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.
Channel 6 last night devoted its 5 p.m. newscast to "Remembering Gary," with a screen crawl devoted to viewers' reactions. "Gary Papa was amazing and it was obvious he loved what he did," one read.
Reporters were dispatched across the region to interview Papa's fans.
They included Gov. Rendell, who told anchors Rob Jennings and Monica Malpass: "I thought he was going to make it." Mayor Nutter told them, "I've never seen Gary Papa not smiling . . . so it was hard when I heard the news a little while ago."
Papa's chair was left empty throughout the newscast out of respect, Malpass noted.
The station urged viewers to join members of its staff at tomorrow's seventh annual "Run 4 Your Life" Father's Day Prostate Run/Walk to raise money for prostate-cancer research.
Papa was co-chairman of the event, which begins at 8:30 a.m. at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and proceeds along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.
Papa's death was also the only story on "Action News" at 6 p.m. yesterday. Anchor Jim Gardner and weatherman Dave Roberts, at times blinking back tears, reminisced about their friend, who had worked at the station since 1981.
Papa, who had earned a degree in political science from Cornell University and a law degree from the University of Buffalo, was hired as a sports reporter and weekend sportscaster, having previously worked at stations in his native Buffalo and in Steubenville, Ohio.
He broke into TV sports at WGRZ-TV Channel 2, the same Buffalo TV station that produced both Gardner and Roberts.
From 1983 to 2008, Papa also hosted Channel 6's "Prime Time" magazine.
"Needless to say, all of us who have worked with Gary and who loved Gary are devastated tonight," Gardner said in a prepared statement before the newscast.
"Most of us knew this day would have to come eventually, but there's no way to really prepare," Gardner said. "There is an enormous hole in our hearts, almost as enormous as was Gary's spirit, his devotion to his work and to all of you."
John Clark, a sports anchor at NBC-10, said Papa was a longtime friend and a mentor to him.
"The night before my interview at Channel 10, I was coming up from the shore and didn't really have a place to stay and Gary said, 'Come over and sleep at my house.' So I stayed over his house," Clark said. "He was one of the most giving people I have ever met."
"Gary was a fighter; he gave it his all," said Comcast-Spectacor chairman Ed Snider in a prepared statement. "He was one of the good guys. We will always remember him for his passion for sports and his dedication to the sports scene in Philadelphia."
Eagles chairman and chief executive officer Jeffrey Lurie said in a prepared statement: "I will always remember him for the energy and passion he brought to his profession, especially during some of the toughest times of his battle with cancer."
In a Daily News interview published June 19, 1986 - exactly 23 years before his death - Papa told sportswriter Kevin Mulligan that he had begun knocking on doors in Buffalo for a TV job upon graduation from law school and he recalled how Channel 2 had hired him.
"I'd have taken anything," Papa said. "I said I was looking for a job in news, on the air, whatever. The guy said, 'Sorry, I've got nothing.' As I was on my way out, he said, 'By the way, our weekend sportscaster's leaving.' I told him I'd have a tape on his desk the next morning."
He was hired a week later.
Papa married Kathleen, a delivery-room nurse at Lankenau Hospital, in October 1985, two years after meeting her on a blind date arranged by "Action News" weekend anchor Jennings.
On their wedding day, Papa ran in a four-mile race and took sixth in the over-30 age group.
"My wife was going crazy," he told Mulligan. "I always wondered what I'd have done if I broke my leg or something. Better yet, what would my wife have done? On the trophy, it says, 'In defiance of matrimony.' "
For more information about tomorrow's "Run 4 Your Life" Father's Day Prostate Run/Walk, go to: http://run4yourlife.kintera.org.
CANCER TAKES 'COURAGEOUS' PAPA
Ireland-ICIM Medics Prostate Assessment
This clinic in Co.Kildare are using both the Mediwatch Portaflow and PSAwatch/Bioscan system.
I have added this post to the main page found within the month of April and under the section PSAwatch-IN ACTION!
I have added this post to the main page found within the month of April and under the section PSAwatch-IN ACTION!
Friday, 19 June 2009
Ireland-New Prostate Cancer Clinics
There are eight new Rapid Access Clinics being set-up in Ireland to fast track early detection and treatment of the disease.I hope they take on board the recent AUA Guidelines relating to initial testing or improve on them but just my opinion.
New prostate cancer clinic for Galway
A new Rapid Access Clinic to ensure early diagnosis of prostate cancer is to open in Galway.
The service is one of two schemes being piloted at St James's Hospital in Dublin and University Hospital Galway.
The National Cancer Control Programme says the service will be available nationally at all designated cancer clinics within 12 months.
Prostate cancer affects almost 2,500 men in Ireland on an annual basis. More than 500 die each year from the disease.
The highest death rates occur in the west of Ireland.
Currently patients are referred to urology clinics in over 20 hospitals nationwide, leading to widespread delays in receiving diagnosis.
The development of Rapid Access Clinics will fast track early detection and treatment of the disease.
Patients will have results within two weeks of referral, and if needed, will be provided with immediate access to specialist cancer care.
The National Cancer Control Programme plans to roll out the service in each of the eight national centres of excellence over the coming months.
New prostate cancer clinic for Galway
The video report for the above statement shows a Mediwatch Portascan+.I don't believe they are using any other Mediwatch products but that might change....
Video Report
I have added this news to the main section found within April under GLOBAL HEALTH
New prostate cancer clinic for Galway
A new Rapid Access Clinic to ensure early diagnosis of prostate cancer is to open in Galway.
The service is one of two schemes being piloted at St James's Hospital in Dublin and University Hospital Galway.
The National Cancer Control Programme says the service will be available nationally at all designated cancer clinics within 12 months.
Prostate cancer affects almost 2,500 men in Ireland on an annual basis. More than 500 die each year from the disease.
The highest death rates occur in the west of Ireland.
Currently patients are referred to urology clinics in over 20 hospitals nationwide, leading to widespread delays in receiving diagnosis.
The development of Rapid Access Clinics will fast track early detection and treatment of the disease.
Patients will have results within two weeks of referral, and if needed, will be provided with immediate access to specialist cancer care.
The National Cancer Control Programme plans to roll out the service in each of the eight national centres of excellence over the coming months.
New prostate cancer clinic for Galway
The video report for the above statement shows a Mediwatch Portascan+.I don't believe they are using any other Mediwatch products but that might change....
Video Report
I have added this news to the main section found within April under GLOBAL HEALTH
Thursday, 18 June 2009
BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting (UK from 22-25 June)
BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting to be held at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow from 22-25 June 2009"Urology is facing unparalleled changes as a profession and the programme this year includes sessions that will address these challenges and give you the opportunity
to have your say.
On Wednesday I am chairing a session on ‘Commissioning for Urology’ which will focus on the impact of the Care Closer to Home and Alternative Provider Policies on the delivery of Urological Services."
Derek Fawcett
President
Monday 22 June (1630 – 1800)
TACKLING PROSTATE CANCER EARLY - ARE PREVENTION
OR SCREENING FEASIBLE?
A BAUS Satellite session. with international keynote speakers who will address this
interesting and provocative title from different perspectives.
Conference and Scientific Programme
Wednesday, 17 June 2009
Prostate Cancer Canada (amalgamated with....)
United Front in Prostate Cancer Fight
Prostate Cancer Canada has amalgamated with the former Canadian Prostate Cancer Network, now known as the Prostate Cancer Canada Network, which services 120 local support groups and 30,000 survivors. It is currently exploring a similar union with other prostate cancer organizations, says Rocco Fazzolari, Prostate Cancer Canada's vice-president of finance.
"There are several organizations across Canada dedicated to prostate cancer research, education and support" he says. "If these talks are successful, the result will be an organization with a national scope and regional presence."
The union of Prostate Cancer Canada and other significant groups would make enormous sense, Mr. Fazzolari says. It would eliminate competition for fundraising, form a solid national base to increase funds being raised, reduce fundraising and administration costs, avoid duplication and allow all stakeholders to speak with a single voice.
United front in prostate cancer fight
Prostate Cancer Canada-Website
Prostate Cancer Canada has amalgamated with the former Canadian Prostate Cancer Network, now known as the Prostate Cancer Canada Network, which services 120 local support groups and 30,000 survivors. It is currently exploring a similar union with other prostate cancer organizations, says Rocco Fazzolari, Prostate Cancer Canada's vice-president of finance.
"There are several organizations across Canada dedicated to prostate cancer research, education and support" he says. "If these talks are successful, the result will be an organization with a national scope and regional presence."
The union of Prostate Cancer Canada and other significant groups would make enormous sense, Mr. Fazzolari says. It would eliminate competition for fundraising, form a solid national base to increase funds being raised, reduce fundraising and administration costs, avoid duplication and allow all stakeholders to speak with a single voice.
United front in prostate cancer fight
Prostate Cancer Canada-Website
Tuesday, 16 June 2009
Mediwatch Distributors-Israel
As far as I'm aware there was only the one distributor for Israel and that was Tzamal Medical Ltd who incidentally have recently updated their website.
There is now another distributor for Mediwatch products:
Levant Technologies LTD
I've added Levant Technologies LTD to the main page found within the month of April DISTRIBUTORS FOR MEDIWATCH PRODUCTS
There is now another distributor for Mediwatch products:
Levant Technologies LTDI've added Levant Technologies LTD to the main page found within the month of April DISTRIBUTORS FOR MEDIWATCH PRODUCTS
Monday, 15 June 2009
NEWS-Week ending 21st June(Updated-29 Posts)
PLEASE NOTE THAT PSAwatch IS STILL (YES STILL) AWAITING FDA APPROVALS SO IS NOT AVAILABLE IN THE USA.............
People take advantage of free medical screenings USA-21st June
The silence on prostate cancer USA-21st June
Patients With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms More Likely To Suffer From Metabolic Syndrome USA-21st June
LoBiondo encourages prostate screenings USA-20th June
Turkish Ministry Of Health Purchases Two CyberKnife(R) Systems Turkey-20th June
Digital Rectal Exam Remains Key in Men With Low PSA USA-19th June
Soccer Hall of Famer Marcelo Balboa Encourages Men to 'Team Up Against Prostate Cancer USA-19th June
Gleason Score of 3+4 is Not Equal to 4+3 in Lethal Prostate Cancer USA-19th June
LIVE CHAT:Prostate Cancer-June 19 at 5:00 p.m (ABC-7) USA
ZERO - The Project to End Prostate Cancer Brings Awareness Across Country USA-17th June
Visible symbol (New Tie) Canada-17th June
T-shirt design aims to celebrate cycling(Prostate Cancer Charity) UK-17th June
Health insurance for men: what are the best options? UK-17th June
Cancer still the top killer in Taiwan in 2008: DOH Taiwan-17th June
MUHC urologists bring prostate exams to the people Canada-16th June
Report: Cancer deaths down 18% in SC USA-16th June
One A Day and Major League Baseball Once Again Team Up To Strike Out Prostate Cancer USA-16th June
Prostate cancer black spot in Leeds UK-16th June
What is one way to help decrease the rate of deaths from prostate cancer in our community? USA-16th June
Prostate cancer test improves prediction of disease course USA-16th June
The cancer divide: Men are most at risk because the NHS prefers saving women,says cancer expert UK-15th June
Prostate cancer awareness month-The Daily Sentinel USA-15th June
Men's Health Week Looks at Male Concerns(video) USA-15th June
Cancer sufferer pleads with men to get regular health checks UK-15th June
Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Women-Abstract Sweden-15th June
Patterns in Prostate-Specific Antigen Test Use and Digital Rectal Examinations in the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2002-2006-Abstract USA-15th June
Is dad's health in jeopardy? Canada-15th June
'Men 40% more likely to die from cancer due to fear of doctors UK-15th June
Postcode lottery in protate cancer treatment UK-15th June
People take advantage of free medical screenings USA-21st June
The silence on prostate cancer USA-21st June
Patients With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms More Likely To Suffer From Metabolic Syndrome USA-21st June
LoBiondo encourages prostate screenings USA-20th June
Turkish Ministry Of Health Purchases Two CyberKnife(R) Systems Turkey-20th June
Digital Rectal Exam Remains Key in Men With Low PSA USA-19th June
Soccer Hall of Famer Marcelo Balboa Encourages Men to 'Team Up Against Prostate Cancer USA-19th June
Gleason Score of 3+4 is Not Equal to 4+3 in Lethal Prostate Cancer USA-19th June
LIVE CHAT:Prostate Cancer-June 19 at 5:00 p.m (ABC-7) USA
ZERO - The Project to End Prostate Cancer Brings Awareness Across Country USA-17th June
Visible symbol (New Tie) Canada-17th June
T-shirt design aims to celebrate cycling(Prostate Cancer Charity) UK-17th June
Health insurance for men: what are the best options? UK-17th June
Cancer still the top killer in Taiwan in 2008: DOH Taiwan-17th June
MUHC urologists bring prostate exams to the people Canada-16th June
Report: Cancer deaths down 18% in SC USA-16th June
One A Day and Major League Baseball Once Again Team Up To Strike Out Prostate Cancer USA-16th June
Prostate cancer black spot in Leeds UK-16th June
What is one way to help decrease the rate of deaths from prostate cancer in our community? USA-16th June
Prostate cancer test improves prediction of disease course USA-16th June
The cancer divide: Men are most at risk because the NHS prefers saving women,says cancer expert UK-15th June
Prostate cancer awareness month-The Daily Sentinel USA-15th June
Men's Health Week Looks at Male Concerns(video) USA-15th June
Cancer sufferer pleads with men to get regular health checks UK-15th June
Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Women-Abstract Sweden-15th June
Patterns in Prostate-Specific Antigen Test Use and Digital Rectal Examinations in the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2002-2006-Abstract USA-15th June
Is dad's health in jeopardy? Canada-15th June
'Men 40% more likely to die from cancer due to fear of doctors UK-15th June
Postcode lottery in protate cancer treatment UK-15th June
Thursday, 11 June 2009
Urologists: PSA testing is case-by-case decision
Publish date: Jun 1, 2009
Urology Times interviewed urologists about their opinions on routine PSA testing and whether these two studies have influenced how they will test for prostate cancer. For the most part, the urologists said they believe prostate cancer testing is a highly individualized decision between the physician and patient, and most don't anticipate that these studies will affect how they practice.
Urologists: PSA testing is case-by-case decision
Urology Times interviewed urologists about their opinions on routine PSA testing and whether these two studies have influenced how they will test for prostate cancer. For the most part, the urologists said they believe prostate cancer testing is a highly individualized decision between the physician and patient, and most don't anticipate that these studies will affect how they practice.
Urologists: PSA testing is case-by-case decision
Norfolk & Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group
Just highlighting this support groups newsletter (May edition) which relates to other Blog postings (links listed below) regarding “The Real' Prostate Cancer Risk Management Programme”.
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group Newsletter-May 2009
Related Posts:
(UK)Prostate Cancer Risk Management Programme
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group Newsletter-May 2009
Related Posts:
(UK)Prostate Cancer Risk Management Programme
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group
Tuesday, 9 June 2009
International Products and Services Expo-Texas
Mediwatch are attending this event,started today.
International Products and Services Expo June 9 – 11, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas
GSA Expo 2009 – Helping Agencies Achieve Excellence!
"Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity…
Attend the government’s premiere training conference and exposition that offers a wealth of benefits:
Build your acquisition knowledge with FREE CLP certified training courses
Network with hundreds of GSA and other agency experts
Meet with GSA contract vendors providing specialized technical expertise
FREE attendance for the military and all federal, state and local government employees.
Experience the service, innovation and value that GSA can offer.
Attend GSA Expo 2009!"
"GSA is the Federal government’s preferred source for quality commercial products and services, and Expo is GSA’s primary customer outreach event. GSA will be hosting the 15th annual International Products and Services Expo June 9 – 11, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas.
Exhibit floor space is available to companies holding a current contract with GSA. Visitor information will be available at a later date.
There will be approximately 750 exhibit booths available to companies that hold current contracts with GSA."
International Products and Services Expo June 9 – 11, 2009, in San Antonio, TexasGSA Expo 2009 – Helping Agencies Achieve Excellence!
"Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity…
Attend the government’s premiere training conference and exposition that offers a wealth of benefits:
Build your acquisition knowledge with FREE CLP certified training courses
Network with hundreds of GSA and other agency experts
Meet with GSA contract vendors providing specialized technical expertise
FREE attendance for the military and all federal, state and local government employees.
Experience the service, innovation and value that GSA can offer.
Attend GSA Expo 2009!"
"GSA is the Federal government’s preferred source for quality commercial products and services, and Expo is GSA’s primary customer outreach event. GSA will be hosting the 15th annual International Products and Services Expo June 9 – 11, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas.
Exhibit floor space is available to companies holding a current contract with GSA. Visitor information will be available at a later date.
There will be approximately 750 exhibit booths available to companies that hold current contracts with GSA."
Monday, 8 June 2009
NEWS-Week ending 14th June (Updated-17 posts)
Sunday Night journalist Mike Munro braves prostate exam on TV Australia-14th June
New method avoids after effects of cancer treatment (Focal Therapy) USA-13th June
Men line up for free cancer screenings-INDIANAPOLIS USA-13th June
Men put themselves at risk with an "I'll be fine" attitude UK-13th June
How African American Men Decide Whether Or Not To Get Prostate Cancer Screening USA-13th June
Wirral oncology centre staff set to feel the blues during male cancer awareness week UK-12th June
Local program to focus on prostate cancer awareness-Stephens County,Texas USA-11th June
Men's Health Fair-Alabama August 22nd USA-11th June
Local garages will play their part in promoting men’s health next week UK-10th June
Men strip at the Stoop to set world record UK-10th June
Public Health Chief Promotes Free Prostate Tests USA-10th July
Get checked for prostate cancer,say gang of 4 UK-10th June
US minority lawmakers want to close health gaps USA-10th June
UCLA study details quality of life for prostate cancer patients 4 years out from treatment USA-9th June
Senate committee calls for better prostate cancer care in rural areas Australia-9th June
A Dollar for Dads to Hit a Hole in One for Prostate Cancer Awareness and Research USA-8th June
Men ignore ill health symptoms UK-8th June
New method avoids after effects of cancer treatment (Focal Therapy) USA-13th June
Men line up for free cancer screenings-INDIANAPOLIS USA-13th June
Men put themselves at risk with an "I'll be fine" attitude UK-13th June
How African American Men Decide Whether Or Not To Get Prostate Cancer Screening USA-13th June
Wirral oncology centre staff set to feel the blues during male cancer awareness week UK-12th June
Local program to focus on prostate cancer awareness-Stephens County,Texas USA-11th June
Men's Health Fair-Alabama August 22nd USA-11th June
Local garages will play their part in promoting men’s health next week UK-10th June
Men strip at the Stoop to set world record UK-10th June
Public Health Chief Promotes Free Prostate Tests USA-10th July
Get checked for prostate cancer,say gang of 4 UK-10th June
US minority lawmakers want to close health gaps USA-10th June
UCLA study details quality of life for prostate cancer patients 4 years out from treatment USA-9th June
Senate committee calls for better prostate cancer care in rural areas Australia-9th June
A Dollar for Dads to Hit a Hole in One for Prostate Cancer Awareness and Research USA-8th June
Men ignore ill health symptoms UK-8th June
Thursday, 4 June 2009
Report says 650,000 cancer deaths avoided between 1990 and 2005
The American Cancer Society's annual cancer statistics report finds that 15 years of steady declines in overall cancer death rates translate to about 650,000 deaths from cancer avoided or delayed during that time period. The estimate comes from 'Cancer Statistics 2009,' published early online and appearing in the July/August print issue of CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.
The report says the overall cancer death rate in men decreased by 19.2 percent between 1990 and 2005, driven largely by decreases in lung, prostate, and colorectal cancers, while it decreased in women by 11.4 percent between 1991 and 2005, driven by decreases in breast and colorectal cancer. The number of avoided deaths increased in the later years as the gap between the rate in 1990-1991 and current mortality rates continued to grow.
The annual Cancer Statistics report and the 58th edition of the consumer-friendly companion report, Cancer Facts & Figures, also estimate that there will be 1,479,350 new cancer cases (766,130 in men and 713,220 in women) and 562,340 cancer deaths (292,540 among men and 269,800 among women) in 2009, corresponding to more than 1,500 cancer deaths per day. Lung, prostate, breast, and colon cancers continue to be the most common fatal cancers. These four cancers account for half of the total cancer deaths among men and women. Lung cancer surpassed breast cancer as the leading cause of cancer death in women in 1987, and is expected to account for 26 percent of all female cancer deaths in 2009.
Overall cancer incidence rates also decreased in the most recent time period in both men (1.8 percent per year from 2001 to 2005) and women (0.6 percent per year from 1998 to 2005). These drops in newly diagnosed cancers were largely due to decreases in the three major cancer sites in men - lung, prostate, and colon and rectum [colorectum, commonly referred to as colon cancer] - and in two major cancer sites in women - breast and colorectal cancers.
Among men in 2009, cancers of the prostate, lung, and colon will account for half of all newly diagnosed cancers. Prostate cancer alone will account for about 25 percent (192,280) of cancer cases in men. About nine in ten of these new cases of prostate cancer are expected to be diagnosed at local or regional stages, for which five-year relative survival approaches 100 percent.
The three most commonly diagnosed types of cancer among women in 2009 will be cancers of the breast, lung, and colon, accounting for 51 percent of cancer cases in women. Breast cancer alone is expected to account for 27 percent (192,370) of all new cancer cases among women.
Each year, Cancer Facts & Figures features a Special Section highlighting a particular topic related to cancer. The Special Section of Cancer Facts & Figures 2009 is 'Multiple Primary Cancers.' The purpose of this year's Special Section is to provide information for cancer survivors and health care providers about the burden and risks of subsequent primary cancers. It is estimated that there are now more than 11 million cancer survivors in the U.S., more than three times the number in 1970. Overall, cancer survivors are about 14 percent more likely to develop a new cancer than individuals who have never had a cancer diagnosis; almost 900,000 cancer survivors have been diagnosed with more than one cancer. Patients diagnosed with tobacco-related cancers, such as cancers of the oral cavity, lung, esophagus, kidney, and urinary bladder, have the highest risk for a second cancer because smoking is a risk factor for at least 15 types of cancer. Breast cancer survivors comprise almost half of women who develop a second cancer.
"A drop of one or two percent per year in the cancer mortality rate may sound small, but as this report shows, that adds up to 650,000 cancer deaths avoided over 15 years," said John R. Seffrin, Ph.D., American Cancer Society chief executive officer. "And because the rate continues to drop, it means that in recent years, about 100,000 people each year who would have died if cancer death rates had not declined are living to celebrate another birthday. That is undeniable evidence of the lifesaving progress that we as a country must dedicate ourselves to continuing."
'Cancer Statistics' and Cancer Facts & Figures have become critical tools for scientists, public health experts, and policymakers in assessing the current burden of cancer. The estimated numbers of cases and deaths in the current year are some of the most widely quoted cancer statistics in the world. The American Cancer Society's leading team of epidemiologic researchers, in collaboration with scientists from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), compiles and analyzes incidence data from the National Cancer Institute, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries, and mortality data from NCHS to estimate the number of new cancer cases and deaths for the current year nationwide and in individual states. Estimates of the expected numbers of new cancer cases and cancer deaths should be interpreted with caution, however. These estimates may vary considerably from year to year, particularly for less common cancers and in states with smaller populations. Despite these limitations, the American Cancer Society's estimates of the number of new cancer cases and deaths in the current year provide reasonably accurate estimates of the burden of new cancer cases and deaths in the United States. Such estimates will assist in continuing efforts to reduce the public health burden of cancer.
The full Cancer Statistics article can be viewed after embargo at http://cajournal.org/ and Cancer Facts & Figures 2009 is available at www.cancer.org/statistics
Report says 650,000 cancer deaths avoided between 1990 and 2005 USA-4th June
The report says the overall cancer death rate in men decreased by 19.2 percent between 1990 and 2005, driven largely by decreases in lung, prostate, and colorectal cancers, while it decreased in women by 11.4 percent between 1991 and 2005, driven by decreases in breast and colorectal cancer. The number of avoided deaths increased in the later years as the gap between the rate in 1990-1991 and current mortality rates continued to grow.
The annual Cancer Statistics report and the 58th edition of the consumer-friendly companion report, Cancer Facts & Figures, also estimate that there will be 1,479,350 new cancer cases (766,130 in men and 713,220 in women) and 562,340 cancer deaths (292,540 among men and 269,800 among women) in 2009, corresponding to more than 1,500 cancer deaths per day. Lung, prostate, breast, and colon cancers continue to be the most common fatal cancers. These four cancers account for half of the total cancer deaths among men and women. Lung cancer surpassed breast cancer as the leading cause of cancer death in women in 1987, and is expected to account for 26 percent of all female cancer deaths in 2009.
Overall cancer incidence rates also decreased in the most recent time period in both men (1.8 percent per year from 2001 to 2005) and women (0.6 percent per year from 1998 to 2005). These drops in newly diagnosed cancers were largely due to decreases in the three major cancer sites in men - lung, prostate, and colon and rectum [colorectum, commonly referred to as colon cancer] - and in two major cancer sites in women - breast and colorectal cancers.
Among men in 2009, cancers of the prostate, lung, and colon will account for half of all newly diagnosed cancers. Prostate cancer alone will account for about 25 percent (192,280) of cancer cases in men. About nine in ten of these new cases of prostate cancer are expected to be diagnosed at local or regional stages, for which five-year relative survival approaches 100 percent.
The three most commonly diagnosed types of cancer among women in 2009 will be cancers of the breast, lung, and colon, accounting for 51 percent of cancer cases in women. Breast cancer alone is expected to account for 27 percent (192,370) of all new cancer cases among women.
Each year, Cancer Facts & Figures features a Special Section highlighting a particular topic related to cancer. The Special Section of Cancer Facts & Figures 2009 is 'Multiple Primary Cancers.' The purpose of this year's Special Section is to provide information for cancer survivors and health care providers about the burden and risks of subsequent primary cancers. It is estimated that there are now more than 11 million cancer survivors in the U.S., more than three times the number in 1970. Overall, cancer survivors are about 14 percent more likely to develop a new cancer than individuals who have never had a cancer diagnosis; almost 900,000 cancer survivors have been diagnosed with more than one cancer. Patients diagnosed with tobacco-related cancers, such as cancers of the oral cavity, lung, esophagus, kidney, and urinary bladder, have the highest risk for a second cancer because smoking is a risk factor for at least 15 types of cancer. Breast cancer survivors comprise almost half of women who develop a second cancer.
"A drop of one or two percent per year in the cancer mortality rate may sound small, but as this report shows, that adds up to 650,000 cancer deaths avoided over 15 years," said John R. Seffrin, Ph.D., American Cancer Society chief executive officer. "And because the rate continues to drop, it means that in recent years, about 100,000 people each year who would have died if cancer death rates had not declined are living to celebrate another birthday. That is undeniable evidence of the lifesaving progress that we as a country must dedicate ourselves to continuing."
'Cancer Statistics' and Cancer Facts & Figures have become critical tools for scientists, public health experts, and policymakers in assessing the current burden of cancer. The estimated numbers of cases and deaths in the current year are some of the most widely quoted cancer statistics in the world. The American Cancer Society's leading team of epidemiologic researchers, in collaboration with scientists from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), compiles and analyzes incidence data from the National Cancer Institute, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the North American Association of Central Cancer Registries, and mortality data from NCHS to estimate the number of new cancer cases and deaths for the current year nationwide and in individual states. Estimates of the expected numbers of new cancer cases and cancer deaths should be interpreted with caution, however. These estimates may vary considerably from year to year, particularly for less common cancers and in states with smaller populations. Despite these limitations, the American Cancer Society's estimates of the number of new cancer cases and deaths in the current year provide reasonably accurate estimates of the burden of new cancer cases and deaths in the United States. Such estimates will assist in continuing efforts to reduce the public health burden of cancer.
The full Cancer Statistics article can be viewed after embargo at http://cajournal.org/ and Cancer Facts & Figures 2009 is available at www.cancer.org/statistics
Report says 650,000 cancer deaths avoided between 1990 and 2005 USA-4th June
GENERAL,UROLOGY and CHARITY WEBSITES (Updated-21st May)
I'll still be updating the main page as in 'April' but as I use this section a lot I've re-posted here.
GENERAL/UROLOGY MEDICAL
WEBSITES
British Association of Urological Nurses(BAUN)
EUROCARE
Bladder Disorders
URO TODAY
UROLOGY TIMES
American Urological Association
EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION OF UROLOGY
NHS-CHOICES
NICE-INDEPENDENT ADVISORY GROUP (UK)
PATIENT UK
MEDICAL NEWS TODAY (UK with global news)
Health and Age
Scottish Practice Nurses Association
Community and District Nurses Association
MEDICAL DAILY
Prostate Cancer InfoLink
University of Florida Shands Cancer Center
European Hospital
UROLOGY,CANCER AND PROSTATE
CANCER SPECIFIC CHARITY WEBSITES
THE PROSTATE SCREENING TRUST
Prostate UK
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT SCOTLAND
PROSTATE SCOTLAND
American Cancer Society
BRISTOL UROLOGICAL INSTITUTE
Canadian Prostate Cancer Network
CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
THE PROSTATE CANCER CHARITY (UK)
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT ASSOCIATION (UK)
CANCER RESEARCH UK
WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND
CANCERBACKUP/MACMILLAN (UK)
PROSTATE CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION (UK)
ZERO (USA)
The Cystitis and Overactive Bladder Foundation (UK)
The Bladder and Bowel Foundation (UK)
The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
GENERAL/UROLOGY MEDICAL
WEBSITES
British Association of Urological Nurses(BAUN)
EUROCARE
Bladder Disorders
URO TODAY
UROLOGY TIMES
American Urological Association
EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION OF UROLOGY
NHS-CHOICES
NICE-INDEPENDENT ADVISORY GROUP (UK)
PATIENT UK
MEDICAL NEWS TODAY (UK with global news)
Health and Age
Scottish Practice Nurses Association
Community and District Nurses Association
MEDICAL DAILY
Prostate Cancer InfoLink
University of Florida Shands Cancer Center
European Hospital
UROLOGY,CANCER AND PROSTATE
CANCER SPECIFIC CHARITY WEBSITES
THE PROSTATE SCREENING TRUST
Prostate UK
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT SCOTLAND
PROSTATE SCOTLAND
American Cancer Society
BRISTOL UROLOGICAL INSTITUTE
Canadian Prostate Cancer Network
CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY
THE PROSTATE CANCER CHARITY (UK)
PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT ASSOCIATION (UK)
CANCER RESEARCH UK
WORLD CANCER RESEARCH FUND
CANCERBACKUP/MACMILLAN (UK)
PROSTATE CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION (UK)
ZERO (USA)
The Cystitis and Overactive Bladder Foundation (UK)
The Bladder and Bowel Foundation (UK)
The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
FUTURE EVENTS AND LATEST NEWS (Updated-12th June)
BAUS Annual Scientific Meeting to be held at the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC) in Glasgow from 22-25 June 2009 International Products and Services Expo June 9 – 11, 2009, in San Antonio, Texas
Texas Urology Society (TUS) Annual Meeting,June 4th-6th
HOSPITALAR 2009 grows 20% and
prepares its largest edition in 16 years 2nd-5th June
Understanding Urodynamics-Joint RCOG/BSUG Meeting 11-12th May 2009
STUFF THAT MAYBE DID BUT NOW DOESN'T FIT IN WITH THE TITLE...
Five year global distribution agreement secured with Inverness Medical Innovations-16 March 2009
MEDIWATCH ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS 2008Issued 23rd February 2009
Preliminary Results for the year ended 31 October 2008-Issued 26 January 2009
In my view the best information on PSA testing and the future that I have seen to date!
June is Men's Health Month! (USA)-Updated 14th June
June is Men's Health Month!
Anchored by a Congressional health education program, Men's Health Month is celebrated across the country with screenings, health fairs, media appearances, and other health education and outreach activities.
This site maintained by Men's Health Network with the help of contributions from our generous supporters.
Men's Health Network is a member of the Combined Federal Campaign - # 10825
Goal of Men's Health Month
The purpose of Men's Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys.
This month gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media, and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. The response has been overwhelming with hundreds of awareness activities in the USA and around the globe.
June is Men's Health Month!
Men’s Health Week, June 15 - 21,2009by Gina DeMent, Public Information Officer Five County Mental Health Authority.
Tuesday, 2 June 2009
NEWS-Week ending 7th June (Updated-11 Posts)
GPs under fire over prostate cancer test that 'could save 100 lives a year'" Scotland (UK)-7th June
County Health Dept. offering prostate tests(Lisbon) USA-5th June
Yerington Health Fair slated for next week USA-5th June
Health fair too important to miss(Tucker County) USA-5th June
Men's Health Month: Recognize Your Individual Risk for Bladder Cancer USA-5th June
Olmert recovering from prostate cancer surgery in New York (Former Israeli Prime Minister) Israel/USA-4th June
Prostate cancer prevention and screening:an ASCO update 3rd June
USC study:Cancer deaths for state's blacks top national average USA-3rd June
Prostate cancer in America today: what should be top of mind? USA-2nd June
How many types of prostate cancer are there? USA-2nd June
Impact of Overactive Bladder on Work Productivity in the United States: Results from EpiLUTS-Abstract USA-1st June
Quantitative Exposure to Metalworking Fluids and Bladder Cancer Incidence in a Cohort of Autoworkers-Abstract USA-1st June
County Health Dept. offering prostate tests(Lisbon) USA-5th June
Yerington Health Fair slated for next week USA-5th June
Health fair too important to miss(Tucker County) USA-5th June
Men's Health Month: Recognize Your Individual Risk for Bladder Cancer USA-5th June
Olmert recovering from prostate cancer surgery in New York (Former Israeli Prime Minister) Israel/USA-4th June
Prostate cancer prevention and screening:an ASCO update 3rd June
USC study:Cancer deaths for state's blacks top national average USA-3rd June
Prostate cancer in America today: what should be top of mind? USA-2nd June
How many types of prostate cancer are there? USA-2nd June
Impact of Overactive Bladder on Work Productivity in the United States: Results from EpiLUTS-Abstract USA-1st June
Quantitative Exposure to Metalworking Fluids and Bladder Cancer Incidence in a Cohort of Autoworkers-Abstract USA-1st June
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