I was 35 with no symptoms and no family history. A high PSA led to a biopsy and a low-risk diagnosis. I spoke with six urologists. Most recommended active surveillance. 1/3 #ProstateCancer

Flashback to 2013: Blue Cure on Mount Kilimanjaro for #prostatecancer awareness. Not just an old man’s disease. Lifestyle matters. Early detection starts with a PSA conversation. Cheering on ZERO Prostate Cancer’s climb this week. Safe summit. Get checked. #PCAM

To Treat Prostate Cancer, There Are More Options Than Ever - Good read for all men. No PSA? If 40, start the convo. Guidelines vary (often 45–50+; 40 if higher risk). I was diagnosed at 35—no symptoms, no family history. gift link: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/24/w...

What researchers suspect may be fueling cancer among millennials. - Important read on the exposome (lifetime exposures + body response). Evidence is correlational and deserves more research $$ for clearer answers. Gift link: wapo.st/46Rg6EE

Prostate cancer hits Black men hardest: ~70% higher risk and ~2× death rate. Talk to your doctor about PSA screening: by 45; 40–45 is reasonable (risk/preference). Family history (parent/brother/son): ~40. Average risk: 50. Don’t wait. Get checked.

Prostate cancer isn’t always a death sentence; for many, it’s chronic. A diagnosis can spark changes that improve health & quality of life. Talk to your urologist about screening, diagnosis, and whether active surveillance is right for you. More from Dr. Kuan: sexafterretirement.com #ProstateCancer

When should men get a PSA test or visit a urologist? Dr. Larry Lipshultz diagnosed me at 35. After 40+ years examining thousands of men, here’s what he recommends. His advice goes beyond some guidelines — but it's based on experience. 🩺 Informational only. Talk to your doctor.

A world-renowned surgeon and prostate cancer expert, Dr. Ash Tewari has operated on nearly 10,000 men. From decades in the OR and conversations with patients, his message is clear: 1/3

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: One conversation could save a life. In this clip, Dr. Brian Grady (Sutter Health) talks about a plant-predominant approach plus staying on top of screening. Lifestyle builds resilience; screening helps catch problems early. 1/2

Prostate Cancer in 2025: 1 in 8 men. ~313,780 new U.S. cases. Most prostate cancers found early are highly treatable and often curable. Talk with your doctor about a PSA blood test. Get checked. Know your numbers.

Can Supplements Boost Longevity? Many anti-aging influencers say yes. What do experts think? Trials: no broad prevention; quality uneven. Fix real D/B12/omega-3 gaps. “Proven to change biologic and epigenetic aging? It’s exercise.” (Dr. Eric Topol) www.nytimes.com/2025/09/11/w...

AI in Prostate Cancer Care. First in a short series on what AI can do and its limits. I’ve lived with prostate cancer 15 years and speak weekly with newly diagnosed men seeking clarity. In this clip, Dr. Timothy Showalter (CMO, Artera AI) explains how AI reads a digitized biopsy slide. 1/2

A single exercise session may slow cancer cell growth, new study shows - “Our work shows that exercise can directly influence cancer biology, suppressing tumor growth through powerful molecular signals” Gift link: wapo.st/47EINFQ

Prostate Cancer: What is Active Surveillance? For some men with low-risk disease, you monitor closely and treat only if it becomes more aggressive. Treatment may include surgery or radiation. 1/4

Prostate Cancer: Genetic & Genomic Testing Genetic = inherited risk. Genomic = your tumor’s biology. Genetic testing: who it’s for: metastatic or high risk; early diagnosis; or strong family history of prostate, breast, ovarian, pancreatic, or colon cancer. 1/4 🧵

“Cancer-free” ≠ life restored. Urologist Dr. James Kuan on why talking about leakage & erectile changes after treatment matters. This #ProstateCancer Awareness Month, start the conversation. More from Dr. Kuan—newsletter: sexafterretirement.com #PCAM #Survivorship

PSA Density (PSAD) = PSA ÷ prostate size. Big prostates can make more PSA. PSAD helps show if your PSA is a lot for your size, so you get the right next step. It’s usually used when PSA is elevated/borderline—not for everyone. Ask your doctor about PSAD. #ProstateCancerAwareness

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Urologist Dr. Sijo Parekattil recommends: “If you’re in your 30s or 40s, it’s time to go see a urologist.” Screening is personal. Talk with your doctor about PSA and risk. Get checked. Know your PSA.

#ProstateCancerAwareness: PSA screening starts with a conversation. ACS & AUA: talk with your doctor ~50 if avg risk; earlier if higher risk. Elevated PSA ≠ cancer—it may prompt a repeat test, other blood/urine tests, MRI, or biopsy. Get checked. Know your PSA.

“She for He.” Women: your nudge gets him tested. Talk to your doctor about PSA. Not every elevated PSA needs a biopsy. Join Dr. Ash Tewari’s 35 push-ups daily in Sept to honor 35,000 lives. Bio: profiles.mountsinai.org/ashutosh-tew...

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. A PSA at 35 led to my diagnosis. No symptoms. No family history. Talk with your doctor about PSA. Know your PSA to decide next steps. Get checked.

🚨 Reduced Screening May Have Led to Rise in Advanced Prostate Cancer Diagnoses - Changes in screening recommendations over a decade ago may have inadvertently resulted in later diagnosis of the most common cancer in men, a new study has found. GET CHECKED! Gift link: www.nytimes.com/2025/09/02/s...

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month I was diagnosed at 35, with no family history or symptoms. Fifteen years later, I’m still living with it. Awareness, lifestyle, prevention, & early detection save lives - @gabecanales.bsky.social Don’t wait — get checked. Talk to your doctor.

🚨 Men in America die 5 yrs younger than women & from 14 of the 15 leading causes of death. @bluecure.bsky.social works to break stigma & promote prevention. Health nonprofits, government, & healthcare must come together to build a national men’s health strategy. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/m...

Ultra-processed diet decreases male sex hormones, new study - Healthy young men gained fat & showed fertility-related hormone changes on ultra-processed foods — even when calories were the same. Researchers say “calories from ultra-processed foods are not equal.” wapo.st/45EyBvF

In 2005, Mark Lichty chose active surveillance over surgery or radiation for prostate cancer. His father’s overtreatment weighed heavily, and at the time there were no genomic tests and only “watchful waiting.” Today, men have better tools. Ask questions. Know your choices.

What keeps us healthy isn’t just food or fitness. It’s real connection — being known fully, flaws and all, and still accepted. Dr. Dean Ornish explains why authentic intimacy = health. Learn more: Ornish.com | PMRI.org

What does it take to get men to see a doctor? Men in America die 5 years younger than women — and from 14 of the 15 leading causes of death. After 15 yrs of advocacy, one thing is clear: it’s time for a national men’s health strategy. Gift link: www.nytimes.com/2025/08/25/m...

Be your own case manager. Ask questions. Get second opinions. With prostate cancer, you’re the patient — advocate for yourself. Excerpt from my conversation with Mark Lichty, Active Surveillance Patients International (ASPI).

What happens if you drink from a plastic bottle left in a hot car? Heat → release of microplastics & chemicals → into your water They can end up in blood, organs—even breastmilk. Safer bet: glass or stainless steel. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...

The evidence is stronger than ever: plant proteins protect health. - Lower cancer & heart risk - Support healthy aging - Boost memory & mental health Packed with fiber, phytochemicals & antioxidants - add more to your plate. www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...

DALLAS COWBOYS owner Jerry Jones reveals 10 YEAR stage 4 cancer battle - Credits experimental PD-1 trial drug for saving his life: “I have no tumors.” Cancer research + trials = survivors. Keep investing in breakthroughs that save lives. www.reuters.com/sports/repor...

Too many men still die from prostate cancer. Early detection saves lives. And if you’re on Active Surveillance, remember — it’s called “active” for a reason. Keep up with your PSA tests and checkups. Excerpt from my conversation with Mark Lichty, Active Surveillance Patients International (ASPI).

Plummeting sperm counts 📉 Half of infertility cases are due to men. This NYT Op-Ed spotlights evidence that lifestyle, toxic chemicals, incl. endocrine disruptors are harming sperm health. Concerned? Visit a urologist. Demand action from policy-makers. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/12/o...

A “one-size-fits-all” cancer vaccine showed promise in preventing pancreatic cancer from coming back — targeting KRAS mutations found in many cancers. More trials are needed, but this is why funding cancer vaccine research is critical. www.nbcnews.com/health/cance...

Can vegetarian & vegan diets cut cancer risk? 📊 Study (AJCN) of 80,000 adults found those who ate no meat had lower risk. 🥦 Vegans saw the biggest drop — 24% lower than meat eaters, incl. lower breast cancer & lower prostate cancer rates in younger men. www.thetimes.com/uk/science/a...

The One Quality Most ‘Super-Agers’ Share: Strong Social Connections 🧠🤝 From 25 years of research on “super-agers” — people 80+ with memory like someone decades younger. ➡️ Friends may be the best brain medicine. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/07/w...

🦷 Tiny interdental brushes may be more effective than floss. Only 1 in 3 Americans floss. Poor oral hygiene = gum disease — linked to heart disease + diabetes. Plaque ➡️ inflammation ➡️ disease. Whatever tool you use, clean between your teeth. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/06/w...

Harvard study: Lithium may be key to reversing Alzheimer’s 🧠 - Promising research in mice. Could it work in humans? - Tiny doses restored memory, cleared plaques - Already used for bipolar disorder — and it’s dirt cheap More research + funding needed. wapo.st/45rGwLr

Avoiding ultraprocessed foods may double weight loss. 📊 New study: People ate more & craved more on ultraprocessed diets. 💪 Whole foods = fewer calories per bite, more chewing, better control. Cook at home: lean protein, veggies, whole grains. www.nytimes.com/2025/08/04/w...

How to Break Free From Your Phone 📱 Feel like life’s passing you by? You’re not alone. 84% of Americans are online 'several times a day' or 'almost constantly.' Here’s how screen time experts say you can take back control — and your focus. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

Lowering colorectal cancer screening age to 45 is catching more cancer More early cases are being found — when they’re treatable. 📉 USPSTF dropped screening from 50 to 45 — leading to more early diagnoses. 🩺 Colonoscopy or 🧬 stool test. Get checked! www.axios.com/2025/08/05/e...

When does aging really accelerate? 🧬 New research shows signs of aging begin earlier than you think—starting at 30 for some organs. ⚠️ Major decline between 45–55. The good news? 🥦💪 Lifestyle changes still make a difference. www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...

Why is the Mediterranean diet so healthy? Helps fight inflammation — root of many chronic diseases. 🥬 Greens 🍒 Berries 🫘 Legumes 🍅 Tomato sauce 🥣 Fermented foods …other anti-inflammatory foods. ⬇️ Risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, dementia wapo.st/47fk0YB

How Your Diet Influences Your Colorectal Cancer Risk ⚠️ ~40% of cases tied to poor diet. 🥦 Fiber is especially protective. A diet rich in fruits, veggies, whole grains, nuts & legumes can lower your risk. 🩺 Colonoscopy or 🧬 Stool Test. Get checked! www.nytimes.com/2025/08/02/w...

"Shame" around hair loss hits men harder than ever — fueled by social media, predatory marketers, dating apps. 67% of men see hair loss by 35 — 85% by 50. Anxious & desperate, many turn to "safe" treatments but risk ED, low sex drive, depression & more. wapo.st/4mqrNHB

Most people have never heard of Lipoprotein(a)⚠️ 🫀 A genetic cholesterol particle that promotes plaque & blood clots — raising heart attack & stroke risk, even in younger people. Especially dangerous when LDL is also high. Check your Lp(a) and LDL. wapo.st/3HfK5Mz

Your dog may hold clues to your cancer risk. 🐶 Dogs get cancer faster — from the same exposures we face. 🧪 Now the National Cancer Institute (NCI) & others are studying dogs to spot environmental dangers, advance cancer research & improve treatments. wapo.st/45cqQvq

Want to stay sharp and active at 70? What you eat in your 40s, 50s & 60s may decide that. A 30-year study links diets rich in plant-based foods to living longer without chronic disease. wapo.st/4oipmbF (gift link) 🧠It’s not just about living longer. It’s about aging better.

Men: If you see blood 🩸 in your urine, don’t ignore it. It could be bladder cancer. • 85,000 new cases expected in 2025 • 65,000 will be men 🚨 73% of bladder cancer deaths will be men this year 👉 Know the signs. Take action. Gift link: wapo.st/40LhGot