Prostate Cancer Aware

On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Gregory Merrick who is an internationally recognized uro-ocology expert and the Director of the Urologic Research Institute at the Ohio University Medical School about statistics, how appropriate screening is for prostate cancer, what men should do doing a doctor visit and why men need to be proactive with their health.

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Gregory Merrick who is an internationally recognized uro-ocology expert and the Director of the Urologic Research Institute at the Ohio University Medical School about being proactive with your health and including the PSA Test in your New Year’s Resolution. Also discussed is information about who is at greater risk for prostate cancer and the different types of prostate biopsies.

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/

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Daniel Petereit who is a Radiation Oncologist in Rapid City South Dakota, who has received national recognition for his expertise in brachytherapy, cancer disparities, and clinical trials.  Dr. Petereit talks about the importance of early detection testing for prostate cancer as well as some of the various treatment options for prostate cancer like Brachytherapy, including how in some cases Brachytherapy can be an alternative to prostate removal surgery and weeks of radiation therapy. Dr. Petereit also provides an update on increasing global access to brachytherapy through the ABS 300 in 10 initiative.

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/

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

On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with his friend Mike Leum, who is a Los Angeles County Reserve Deputy Sheriff, and an Emergency Medical Technician or EMT, volunteer search and rescue member with the Montrose Search & Rescue Team.  Mike talks about his dedication to staying fit, his fitness motivation and some of the exercises he does as part of a fitness plan that was based on his overall health after discussing this with his doctor. Inspiring information for everyone! 

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/

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On this episode host & prostate cancer survivor Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Peter Orio who is the Vice Chair of Network Operations at the Dana-Farber | Brigham Cancer Center Department of Radiation Oncology about radiation oncology teamwork for the treatment of prostate cancer. Dr. Orio also discusses why men should not to ignore prostate 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.

• 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 with his health and wellness teammate, retired peace officer, Chris Goodwin. Chris talks about being proactive with your health and how to have fun and become inspired while doing just what your doctor ordered. 

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/

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with Captain / Paramedic and Public Information Officer, Steve Concialdi who is with the Orange County Fire Authority in Orange County, California. Captain Concialdi talks about the importance of being prepared during a medical emergency by having contact and medical information readily available for first responders. This critical information is known as ICE – In Case of Emergency. Captain Concialdi also talks about prostate cancer and 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.

• Visit our website at:  https://www.iknowmypsa.org
• 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 talks with Dr. Anna Laucis, who is a radiation oncologist in Wisconsin.  She is also the author of multiple peer-reviewed, scientific articles in oncology and medical journals.  Dr. Laucis talks about an innovative treatment for Prostate Cancer, SBRT-stereotatic body radiation therapy as well as how the mind and body can play a part in helping someone who is diagnosed with the disease.  

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 with, Dr. Clayton Lau who is chief of the division of urology and urologic oncology at City of Hope. Dr. Lau specializes in minimally invasive approaches to urologic oncology and reconstructive urology. He is also an international expert in robotic surgery. Dr. Lau talks about the City of Hope Phase 2 clinical trial to test if the intake of white button mushroom-powder tablets could prevent or slow the progression of prostate cancer. He also talks about who might be a candidate for the clinical trial. For people interested in the specific details of the trial, including if they are eligible to participate, visit: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04519879?term=white+button+mushroom&draw=2  (Scroll down to to eligibility criteria).  

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 with rock icon, guitarist, Carlos Cavazo, formerly of the bands Quiet Riot & RATT, about music and healing and how music played a huge part with helping Jonathan get through his several months of treatments and procedures for aggressive prostate cancer. Also, Carlos updates listeners on his latest musical project. For more information about prostate cancer, men's health and Jonathan's new book Unaware, which is about his battle with prostate cancer visit: www.iknowmypsa.org  Also, be sure and follow Carlos Cavazo on Instagram at: @carloscavazoofficial @bangyourheadapparel  @vickicavazo and for Carlos Cavazo official merchandise and tour information go to: www.bangyourhead.us or on Facebook at: BANG YOUR HEAD Apparel.

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.™