ZEROHour Newsletter: April 2021

ZERO and Us TOO Join Forces

Breaking news for the prostate cancer community, ZERO is merging with another impactful and inspiring prostate cancer nonprofit, Us TOO International. The coming together of these two organizations comes at an urgent time in the fight against prostate cancer with nearly 250,000 men who will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year alone.

The unification of these two leading prostate cancer organizations will provide a new comprehensive support system for prostate cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. In addition, the merged entity will increase prostate cancer awareness and advance research and access to care through a united advocacy platform.

The merger will be finalized this September during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the perfect time to kick off and celebrate this new patient-centric powerhouse. For more information, read the press release.

April is National Minority Health Month

April marks National Minority Health Month and ZERO is thrilled to have AutoNation as a champion in the fight against prostate cancer. This month, AutoNation is partnering with ZERO to encourage men at high-risk to get screened. They have added ZERO to their "DRVPNK" campaign, which partners with cancer charities from coast to coast to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment.

Prostate cancer survivor and ZERO Champion Chas Rodgers is one of the faces of AutoNation's campaign. We are grateful to have AutoNation's help raise both awareness and funds all month long. For more on National Minority Health Month and the importance of early detection for Black men due to a double risk of diagnosis and death from prostate cancer, follow ZERO online.

Vote on the 2021 ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk Series Shirt!

This fall, ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walks are coming to a city near you! This year will be even more special as we ZERO out prostate cancer in-person together. To celebrate the return of in-person Run/Walks, cast your vote on this year's t-shirt design. This design will be worn at nearly 40 Run/Walks around the country. The winning design will be announced this summer. Vote now and ask your friends and family to do the same! Voting closes on April 23.

Increase Your Impact

With prostate cancer cases on the rise this year, more patients and families than ever need your help. By giving just a few dollars a month, you could help a patient get access to direct assistance, care, support, community, and resources that can make a life-changing difference.

As a member of this inspiring community, you'll receive special benefits and regular updates about how your support is improving lives. No donation is too small, every dollar you give will show a prostate cancer patient they are not alone. Become a monthly donor today by clicking "monthly" on the donate form below! Thank you for your passion and generosity.

Clinical Trials

(This content is provided in partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb.)

Prostate Cancer Press

In case you missed it, check out ZERO community in the news:

• Caregivers Athena and Helen share their unique experiences in this podcast
• ZERO Champion Stephanie Mueller celebrates her recent Impact Award
• AFRO News recaps Cal Ripken's Mission Speech at the 2021 ZERO Prostate Cancer Summit
• Advocate Kenny Kellner reflects on his Summit experience
• Read about ZERO360 and how it helps patients and families

Upcoming Webinars

Register for these free, upcoming webinars.

ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer:

• Clinical Trial Diversity: Wednesday, Apr. 28, 4:30 PM ET
• Understanding Common Side Effects of Clinical Trial Treatment: Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 PM ET

Us TOO:

• Shared Decision Making in Prostate Cancer: Thursday, Apr. 22, 8:00 PM ET

AnCan (Answer Cancer Foundation):

• Will Immunotherapy Change Your Prostate Cancer Treatment Path?: Wednesday, Apr. 29, 8:00 PM ET

Champions Corner Mac Attacks Prostate Cancer David (Mac) McElhaney is a new ZERO Champion from Alabama. A prostate cancer survivor, he started his own support group to help other men understand the challenges of prostate cancer. An accomplished author, Mac wrote a book about his prostate cancer experience, and his working with his community and physicians to bring a ZERO Run/Walk to Huntsville! Welcome to the ZERO family, Mac! » Apply to be a Champion like Mac

Clinical Trials Now Registering Metastatic Prostate Cancer Patients There are many investigational clinical trials of metastatic prostate cancer being conducted at this time by Merck. These studies are trying to find out if investigational medications are safe and work to slow down or stop the growth of metastatic prostate cancer. » Register for a Merck clinical trial (This content is provided in partnership with Merck.)

Clinical Trials Clinical Trials ​Clinical trials are a great way for prostate cancer patients to help in the fight against cancer. Our partners at Bristol Myers Squibb are currently enrolling advanced prostate cancer patients in clinical trial studies now. » Sign up today (This content is provided in partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb.)

COVID-19 COVID-19 Vaccine & You Many patients and families impacted by prostate cancer are wondering what the COVID-19 vaccine means for them. Watch this video to learn more about how the vaccine affects the cancer community. » Watch Now

Clinical Trials Prostate Cancer Research Study The TALAPRO-2 clinical trial is enrolling men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer to study a potential treatment. More information is available. » Learn more (This content is provided in partnership with Pfizer Oncology.)