ZEROHour Newsletter: May 2023
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Prostate cancer can take a toll both physically and mentally. We are here for you! Get support by joining one of our Support Groups nationwide. If you prefer one-on-one, peer support, request to be paired with one of our caring MENtors. You can also visit our website for additional resources.
Spring Into Action for Patients in Need
Prostate cancer patients in desperate need are reaching out for financial and emotional support in urgently increasing numbers. ZERO360, the only free, individualized support program of its kind, has experienced a heartbreaking 145% increase in patient support requests over the past year. This unprecedented increase means more prostate cancer patients can't pay for their treatments, medications, and other expenses and are at risk of falling through the cracks. Funding for this crucially important program is needed now more than ever as thousands more patients and families face the difficulty of a prostate cancer diagnosis.
You can help ensure that the growing group of patients have access to resources, support, and community during their time of urgent need. Make a gift today, and provide a lifeline for patients and families with nowhere else to turn.
Spring Events in Full Swing
Golf for good with ZERO's Tee-Offs! Our events help reach communities throughout the country to increase awareness, support families, and raise funds for those impacted by prostate cancer.
Thank you to our #ZEROFamily for coming out to our Myrtle Beach and Miami Tee-Off events. It was an amazing start to our spring season, with a record-breaking turnout. You inspired us with your energy and caring to support patients and their families.
If you couldn't make it to either one, there are still plenty of Tee-Offs to look forward to. You should also consider joining one of our community Run/Walks near you this month.
Educational Webinars For You
If you missed this webinar, you can view "Empowering You to Take Charge of Your Treatment", brought to you by Dendreon. We discussed living with advanced prostate cancer, patient empowerment, immunotherapy as a treatment option, barriers to care, and the specifics of provenge® .
On May 23, CancerCare will host the webinar "Caregivers: Coping with a Loved One's Metastatic Prostate Cancer". A panel of experts will be ready to go over topics and questions you may have, such as telemedicine, long-distance caregiving, self-care, and several others. (Possible CE credit for professionals.)
Join Triage Cancer for a FREE webinar, "Options When Losing Health Insurance at Work", on May 17. Topics include COBRA, the Marketplace, Medicare, Medicaid, and much more. Learn how to compare options to find an affordable plan that meets individual needs. + free CE for professionals.
Advocate Virtually to Support the PSA Screening for HIM Act
On June 9, join the ZERO Government Affairs team for a virtual advocacy day. As an advocate, you will attend virtual meetings with your legislators and their staff to advocate in support of H.R.1826, the PSA Screening for HIM Act. This bill makes it easier for high risk men to be screened for prostate cancer, a vital tool in saving lives.
Prostate Cancer in the Black Community Film Series: Charleston, SC
On Saturday, May 20, ZERO's Black Men's Prostate Cancer Initiative will continue the Prostate Cancer in the Black Community film series in Charleston, SC to raise awareness about prostate cancer and its disparities. Join us for this free event featuring the film "The Black Walnut", refreshments, and an important conversation after the film about prostate cancer in the Black community.
The Black Walnut is a compelling, innovative docudrama designed to increase awareness of the alarming prostate cancer disparity impacting Black men.
(Presented in partnership with AstraZeneca and Myovant Sciences.)
Support
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Introducing FreeWill
To thank you for supporting our future, we want to make it easier to support yours. We're sharing a free estate planning resource with our community to make this important task simple and 100% free. » Start Your Free Will Today
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Champions Corner
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Meet Eric Morrow
Eric Morrow, an Air Force Veteran with a family history of prostate cancer, took initiative to ask about early testing. However, it wasn't until the screening age was lowered to 45 that Eric discovered he had Stage 3B prostate cancer. Now on the other side of treatment, Eric has become a huge advocate for increasing early screening. ZERO is always looking for individuals like Eric who want to share their stories and experiences with others. » Become a ZERO Champion
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Clinical Trials
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MagForce USA Clinical Trial
If you or someone you know has localized low or intermediate risk prostate cancer with a Gleason 3+4, there is a study evaluating a new prostate cancer ablation tool. MagForce® USA, Inc. is conducting a clinical study evaluating NanoTherm® in the ablation of prostate cancer. » Learn More
(This content is provided in partnership with MagForce USA.)
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Fundraising
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Host a BBQ for Blue
It's time to BBQ! Whether it's a July 4th cookout, or a neighborhood-wide bash, it's an opportunity to help fight prostate cancer. ZERO Champions Keisha Hampton-Williams and CC Williams are gearing up for their BBQ for Blue fundraiser. Interested in hosting like CC and Keisha? Let us know what you have planned and learn how you can bring your own BBQ for Blue event to life! » Plan a BBQ
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Sex and Intimacy
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