Prostate Cancer Aware

This is a special episode for the month of September which is Prostate Cancer Awareness month. On this episode, prostate cancer survivor and host Jonathan Chance and his special guest Dr. Gregory Merrick talk about, The Prostate Cancer Primer in order to raise awareness about prostate cancer and the PSA test. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Merrick talk about:

·       What is prostate cancer.

·       The risk factors.

·       Prostate cancer screening tests.

·       PSA velocity. 

·       Prostate biopsies & treatment options.

·       The importance of early detection.

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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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

SHOW NOTES:

On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks about, Paying It Forward and why he is so passionate about raising awareness about prostate cancer and the PSA test. Also on this episode Jonathan talks about:

·       How men are silent about prostate cancer. 

·       The importance of talking to your doctor about prostate cancer and the PSA test.

·       His prostate cancer wake-up call and why he started doing Prostate Cancer Aware.

·       Making getting a PSA test as common as getting a mammogram is for breast cancer.

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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• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode host Jonathan Chance & his special guest, Dr. Gregory Merrick discuss the moral & stress level of a prostate cancer patient and how it can be affected by the doctor and their staff.  On this episode Jonathan & Dr. Merrick talk about:

·       A patient centered doctor’s office.

·       The office environment and the reception desk.

·       Why a knowing a patient’s name is so important.

·       Being proactive with your medical care.

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode host Jonathan Chance & his distinguished guest, Dr. Bill Bergman talk about the mind / body connection and how it relates to wellness.  Jonathan & Dr. Bergman also talk about:

·       How to jump start a healthier life style.

·       The importance of positive thoughts and emotions.

·       The correlation between stress and disease .

For more information about 1 on 1 coaching with Dr. Bergman or to purchase one of his books, visit his website at: https://drbergman.com

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode host Jonathan Chance & Dr. Gregory Merrick answer podcast listeners questions about prostate cancer and men’s health.  Featuring essential information for men from world renowned Urologic Oncologist Dr. Gregory Merrick. On this episode Jonathan & Dr. Merrick talk about:

·       PSA screening.

·       Low libido, frequent urination and other prostate issues.

·       How a doctor works for the patient.

·       The risk factors for prostate cancer and other cancers.

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks about, PSA panic. Do you do this and if so, how you can avoid it. Includes some important information from world renowned Uro-oncologist Dr. Gregory Merrick. On this episode Jonathan talks about how:

·       An elevated PSA is not a reason to panic. 

·       What can cause an elevated PSA.

·       What you should do if it is elevated.

·       Be proactive, not reactive 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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

• Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa 
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Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode host Jonathan Chance takes a break from interviewing a particular guest and instead talks about, some creative exercise tips that can help you get some amazing health benefits. He also talks about:

·       How exercise can help prevent disease. 

·       The 30-minute magic key for better health.

·       Talking with your doctor before any exercise regime.

·       Being proactive, not reactive 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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

• Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa 
• Twitter -  https://twitter.com/iknowmypsa or @iknowmypsa

Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode Host Jonathan Chance talks with his friend and special guest, Lorenzo Sierra about his recent prostate cancer diagnosis and how he is a living testimonial for why early detection is so important when it comes to prostate cancer. Jonathan and Lorenzo also talk about:

• The significance of getting a PSA blood test.
• How your family history can increase your prostate cancer risk.
• Ending the silence among men about prostate cancer.
• Dealing with the emotional impact of a prostate diagnosis 

You can also follow Lorenzo's cancer fight on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/sierraforAZ

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

• Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa 
• Twitter -  https://twitter.com/iknowmypsa or @iknowmypsa

Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode, Host Jonathan Chance, who is a prostate cancer survivor, takes a break from interviewing a particular guest and instead talks about, ending the silence among men when it comes to prostate cancer and the PSA test. He also talks about:

·       What is the PSA test and what it measures. 

·       The risk factors for prostate cancer.

·       The importance of early detection.

·       How everyone can help save men’s lives.

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

• Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa 
• Twitter -  https://twitter.com/iknowmypsa or @iknowmypsa

Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™

On this episode Host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Martin King, who is a Senior Physician, and the Director of Brachytherapy Clinical Operations at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, and an assistant professor of Radiation Oncology at the Harvard Medical School about:

·       What is focal therapy?

·       The different types of focal therapies for treating prostate cancer.

·       What men need to know about focal therapy.

·       Tips for discussing prostate cancer treatment options with your doctor.

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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• Email us at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org/contactus/

Follow Prostate Cancer Aware on social media at:

• Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/iknowmypsa 
• Twitter -  https://twitter.com/iknowmypsa or @iknowmypsa

Thank you for listening!  Remember, Stay Aware and Stay Healthy.™