5th ANNUAL DUKE PROSTATE CENTER (DPC) SYMPOSIUM "Walking the Journey of Prostate Cancer"
August 29, 2009
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Hilton at Research Triangle Park
in Durham
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Prostate cancer is a major health issue in North Carolina. The death rate from prostate cancer in North Carolina is one of the highest in the nation; African-American men in North Carolina have one of the highest death rates from prostate cancer in the world. Prostate health: Don't be blind-sided by prostate cancer! Learn about risk and prevention for you and your loved ones.
From detection through diagnosis: the key to effective cancer treatment is finding it as early as possible.
After diagnosis: just as important as finding cancer early, is knowing which kind of cancer you have, appropriate treatment options, and resources to enhance survivorship.
Download coalition resources to: facilitate the early adoption of proactive health screening for men; improve understanding and awareness of the prostate health; encourage the application of "gold standard" screening in primary care facilities; streamline knowledge to men referred for urologic follow-up and enhance newly diagnosed patient education and support.
Downloads:
- Men's Health Tracker
- Prostate Health Booklet
- Screening Guidelines
- Referral Discussion Guide
- Patient Support Hub
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 in memory of: Ronnie Sox; Kenny Ellenberg; and Bob Anderson - and in honor of: Joe Joyner; Robert Kimbrough; Dan Newman; Dana Smith; and Thomas L. Walker... all brave champions in the fight against prostate cancer.
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