Prostate Cancer Aware

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On this episode host Jonathan Chance talks with renowned Uro-oncologist Dr. Grgur Miric about who is at risk for prostate cancer and why early detection is key to saving men’s lives. On this episode Jonathan and Dr. Miric talk about:

·       Who is at risk for prostate cancer. 

·       The importance of early detection.

·       The PSA test and PSA velocity.

·       Screening tests after a PSA test result is elevated.

·      ...

On this episode host Jonathan Chance speaks with Michael L. Krachon, President of Theragenics about a lesser-known prostate cancer treatment option, brachytherapy.  During the podcast Jonathan and Michael talk about:

·       What is brachytherapy and how is it different from other prostate cancer treatments.

·       The history of brachytherapy.

·       Why brachytherapy is not offered my many doctors?

·       An important finding abou...

On this episode host Jonathan Chance speaks from his own experience with a prostate cancer, a silent killer that could be creeping up on men and the life-saving importance of early detection.  During the podcast Jonathan talks about:

·       Why prostate cancer is known as the silent killer.

·       The importance of early detection.

·       The early detection tests for prostate cancer.

·       How many men are unaware of prostate can...

On this episode host Jonathan Chance speaks from his own experience with battling aggressive fast-growing prostate cancer about how well-meaning advice from friends was outdated. During the podcast Jonathan talks about:

·       How significantly treatments and procedures for prostate cancer have evolved over the years.

·       Some of the treatments that are typically considered for treating prostate cancer.

·       Active surveillanc...

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 tal...

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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.

·       Providi...

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 ...

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 B...

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.

·      ...

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 avoi...

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 ...

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.

·      ...

On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Shawn Zimberg, who is the Medical Director of the Advanced Radiation Centers in New York and the National Director of Radiation Oncology for Solaris Health about radiation therapies, the risks & new radiation technologies. During this episode Jonathan & Dr. Zimberg talk about:

·       The importance and evolution of radiation therapy for prost...

On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Isaac Powell from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute – Wayne State University about the stress cancer connection. Jonathan & Dr. Powell talk about:

·       How stress impacts cancer cells.

·       What research has found to be one of the best ways to reduce stress

·       The importance of early detection tests for prostate cancer like the PS...

On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Isaac Powell from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute – Wayne State University about his research on the genetic risks for prostate cancer and the faster growth rate of prostate cancer among African American men.  During this episode Jonathan & Dr. Powell talk about:

·       Why African American men have a greater risk for getting prostate c...

On this episode prostate cancer survivor & host Jonathan Chance talks with Dr. Felicity Harper from the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute – Wayne State University about her study, Using Music as a Tool for Distress During Cancer Treatment.  Jonathan & Dr. Harper also talk about:

·       How the study was conducted and the outcomes for the patients.

·       Could music help the caregivers who accompany cancer patients to t...

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On this episode prostate cancer survivor / host Jonathan Chance talks about his prostate cancer diagnosis in 2018 and provides some important information about prostate cancer and why men should not ignore the disease. Jonathan also talks about:

·       How all men are at risk for prostate cancer.

·       Why prostate cancer is known as the silent killer.

·       Why the PSA test is something men should talk with their doct...