A prostate cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. You may feel fear, anger, or sadness. These tips may help:
- Talk to a counselor or therapist
- Join a support group to connect with others
- Practice mindfulness or meditation
- Stay active and eat well to boost energy and mood
Support can come from many places:
- Family and friends
- Care teams including nurses, social workers, and navigators
- Cancer nonprofits and local organizations
- Online communities
- Don’t hesitate to ask for help—you don’t have to do this alone
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How Could You Benefit from Joining a Prostate Cancer Support Group?
How Does Us TOO International Support Prostate Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones?
Tools to help you feel activated and connect with resources to overcome barriers to accessing care.
Topics:
- Prostate Cancer Screening and Early Detection
- Prostate Cancer Treatment and Emerging Research
- Prostate Cancer Patient Support and Resources
Empowers prostate cancer patients and families by addressing factors like age, ethnicity, and insurance that impact outcomes. Gain confidence in your healthcare decisions, no matter where you live.
Topics:
- Prostate Cancer Patient Empowerment and Care
- Barriers to Prostate Cancer Care
- Prostate Cancer Treatment and Research
Aims to provide digital literacy skills training with a series of easy-to-follow video modules, coupled with resource guides to educate you on technology and online support tools.
Provides actionable advice and downloadable materials to help you communicate clearly and effectively with your prostate cancer healthcare team.
Topics:
- Understanding Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment Types & Treatment Decisions
- Managing Emotions and Accessing Prostate Cancer Support
- Advocating for the Best Prostate Cancer Care
- Planning Your Prostate Cancer Doctor’s Office Visit
Focuses on wellness during cancer treatment and post cancer treatment.
Topics:
- Lifestyle
- Diet and Healthy Eating
- Supportive Care
Improves prostate cancer patients’ and caregivers’ familiarity with remote access to healthcare, and increases quality of care regardless of geographical location.
Topics:
- Prostate Cancer Treatment and Advances
- Remote Prostate Cancer Care
- Prostate Cancer Testing and Family Considerations
- Prostate Cancer Patient Support
