On this episode host Jonathan Chance shares 5 - important things he learned about during his battle with prostate cancer and why they are so important. During the podcast Jonathan talks about:

·       How all men are at risk for prostate cancer.

·       Why prostate cancer is known as the silent killer.

·       How men need to talk as openly about prostate cancer and getting a PSA blood test.

·       How men should feel comfortable talking with their doctor about prostate cancer.

·       Being proactive and not reactive with your health.

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance speaks from his own experience with battling aggressive fast-growing prostate cancer about sharing is caring. During the podcast Jonathan talks about:

·       What to do when someone you know has prostate cancer.

·       What men can do to help raise awareness and share information about prostate cancer.

·       Why it is important to raise awareness about prostate cancer.

·       Providing emotional support for someone who has prostate cancer.

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Mustafa Basree who is a 4th year resident in radiation oncology at University of Wisconsin. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Basree talk about:

·       The doctor / patient relationship.

·       Doctors and a patient’s emotions during cancer care.

·       Lifestyle choices for prostate cancer patients.

·       Lifestyle choices while undergoing androgen deprivation therapy.

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Mustafa Basree who is a 4th year resident in radiation oncology at University of Wisconsin. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Basree talk about:

·       The difference between the initials “DO” or "MD" after a doctor’s name.

·       Any differences between the way an MD or DO diagnose or treat a patient. 

·       Osteopathic treatment for prostate cancer.

·       What is OMT treatment.

·       Radiation therapy and the training process for doctors.

·       The future for prostate cancer treatment 

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with the esteemed Dr. Andrew Farach who is the Director of Brachytherapy at Houston Methodist Hospital. On this episode during Prostate Cancer Awareness month, Jonathan and Dr. Farach talk about:

·       The importance of early detection and getting a PSA test for prostate cancer. 

·       Prostate cancer treatment options like Brachytherapy.

·       The 310-Program to train more doctors in Brachytherapy treatment.

·       Choosing the right doctor after a prostate cancer diagnosis.

·       Making informed decisions after a prostate cancer diagnosis.

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with renowned Uro-oncologist Dr. Gregory Merrick during September, which is Prostate Cancer Awareness month about prostate cancer and how men should take a whole-body approach to their health care. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Merrick talk about:

·       Talking with your doctor about prostate cancer and getting a PSA test. 

·       What is the PSA test and what the test measures.

·       Men who are at greater risk for prostate cancer.

·       The whole-body approach to health care.

·       The importance of early detection when it comes to prostate cancer.

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On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks about avoiding PSA Anxiety after getting a PSA test. During the podcast Jonathan talks about:

·       What is prostate cancer.

·       What is the PSA test.

·       What can elevate a PSA blood test.

·       Things to avoid before getting a PSA test.

·       Why you shouldn’t panic over a prostate cancer diagnosis.

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On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Michael Garcia about the role of nutrition for disease prevention and overall health. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Garcia talk about:

·       The role of nutritional health plays in disease prevention.

·       How certain foods are being used as medicine.

·       How certain foods can help fight or prevent cancer cells.

·       Should you eat or avoid foods with gluten.

·       The healthy connection between exercise and proper nutrition.

·       The importance of talking with your doctor before making any exercise or dietary changes.

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On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks about the false sense of security many men have when it comes to prostate cancer and the three prostate cancer question everyman should be able to answer. Also,  Jonathan talks about:

·       The PSA test and number.

·       Tracking PSA velocity.

·       Who is at risk for prostate cancer.

·       Why some doctors are silent about prostate cancer.

·       Taking charge and being proactive with your health.

Prostate Cancer Aware is a copyrighted production. No content maybe rebroadcast or reproduced without the expressed written consent of the Friedman Sidrow Foundation. For more information about prostate cancer, the PSA test, men's health and Jonathan's inspiring new book Unaware, which is about his battle with prostate cancer.

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On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks about his prostate cancer diagnosis and why it is so important that men talk about the disease among themselves as well as with their doctor. During this episode Jonathan talks about:

·       His diagnosis and battle with aggressive prostate cancer.

·       Why early detection of prostate cancer is so important.

·       Who is at risk for prostate cancer.

·       What is the PSA test.

·       The importance of monitoring PSA velocity. 

·       Why men need to talk openly about prostate cancer and not feel embarrassed about it.

Prostate Cancer Aware is a copyrighted production. No content maybe rebroadcast or reproduced without the expressed written consent of the Friedman Sidrow Foundation. For more information about prostate cancer, the PSA test, men's health and Jonathan's inspiring new book Unaware, which is about his battle with prostate cancer.

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