Update on Prostate Cancer by Raoul Concepcion, M.D.
Although the exact cause of prostate cancer is unknown, it appears the men at highest risk for development of the disease are African Americans and those with a family history on their father’s side of prostate cancer. ... More
Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer by James R. Gray, M.D.
Long-held concepts in treating prostate cancer with radiation continue to be upheld with long-term outcomes data. External radiation therapy has been continually improved through a better understanding of the dose of radiation required and the required target for the treatment. ... More
Sugar: How Sweet It Is?
Is sugar bad for us? No, but too much sugar contributes to an array of health problems and conditions including: Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Tooth Decay. In terms of cancer, does sugar feed cancer? ... More
Men Impacted by Cancer-A Unique Array of Challenges
The social workers at The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation recognize the diverse experiences and challenges that can accompany men’s cancer or their cancer caregiving journeys. ... More
Reflections on the Men’s Event by Dick Miller
When I was asked by Susan to participate in the 2010 Men’s Event, along with Tom Foster, I accepted thinking that it would be an opportunity to share my personal “learning experience” and perhaps help someone else through a similar situation. Happily I have remained cancer free for almost 5 years (August 2010). ... More
What I’ve Learned in my First Year of Cancer Survivorship by Tom Foster
What a difference a year can make. Having attended the Men’s Event for the last six years, I knew it was a special time and special opportunity to learn about prostate cancer. However, I was at the Event to socialize and have a good time — nothing wrong with that, but the Cancer thing, well that was for “others.” Last year was a different story. I had just found out that it was for me — I had cancer.
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Melanoma can hit ANYONE…by K. Dawn Vincent, M.D.
Did you know that people that start utilizing tanning beds in their teens have a 75% chance of developing a melanoma skin cancer (the potentially most deadly of all skin cancers)? 30 million people visit tanning salons in the USA every year. Almost70,000 people will be diagnosed with melanoma this year, and 8,600 will die. One person in the USA dies from melanomaevery hour. ... More
Handle with Care? by Key Holleman
Have you ever wondered how BEST to handle yourself around a family member or good friend who is fighting cancer? ... More
HOW100 - Shelley Haynes Heile’s Story
I love the Minnie Pearl Foundation and I love this event! If you can I would LOVE for you to ride too. This is a ride not a race! If you are able I'd love for you to donate to this fundraiser. Thanks so much!!
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MINNIE PEARL by Carla Cohen
Minnie Pearl may be remembered for making people laugh, but she will also be remembered for helping people live better, healthier lives through places like the Sarah Cannon Cancer Center and the Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation. Minnie Pearl was a great Tennessean and a great lady. ... More
A Decade of Surviving by Heather Newman
This year I reached an important milestone in my cancer journey. I’m ten years out from my first cancer. It’s hard to remember now what my life was like before cancer, but I vividly remember the first time I heard “You have cancer.” It changes everything instantly. ... More
It’s a Great Day
Cancer truly takes its toll on all of us, patients and caregivers. While I personally have not been diagnosed, I have lots of family and close friends who have. They know that every second counts, and what may have been important before diagnosis just isn’t that important any more. ... More
What Can I Do When Hard Times Hit?
I’ve been trying to put myself in their shoes and can’t imagine the anger, fears, or sadness taking over their thoughts as to what might possibly lie ahead. I’ve come across some materials that could be helpful tips when helping a friend, family member, or co-worker who may have recently received bad news of an illness or diagnosis. ... More
Listening like a Pro
As many of you readers know, a cancer diagnosis brings with it a variety of new questions. Some may desire to explore thoughts around what it will mean for their daily lives. Some may want to discuss what will change long-term and how they should tell friends and family. ... More
Please….NO….Thank You
Navigating your way through a cancer diagnosis is difficult enough without having the added stress of trying to do everything and be everything just as you may have always done. No one, whether a cancer patient or not, should ever feel guilty or bad for saying NO. ... More