He continues, “This philosophy was integral to the Brotherhood: we were a group that was talking about everything when it came to prostate cancer – fears about side effects, experiences with urologists, the impact of cancer on our family lives and careers. Nothing was off the table with our group.”
The best part? All three men remain cancer free over four years later, and have taken on the roles of ProCure “patient ambassadors” for both proton therapy and open discourse about men’s health. “A prostate cancer diagnosis can be extremely overwhelming. You’re often presented with multiple treatment options, and it’s confusing to know what to do next. Our message as members of the BBB, over four years ago and still today, is that you shouldn’t be afraid to open up and talk to others. It could lead you to the right treatment. It could even lead you to form rewarding friendships,” states Bob.
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Proton Therapy and Prostate Cancer
Proton therapy has been used for over 20 years to treat prostate cancer, with recent studies proving its safety and efficacy, as well as its ability to eliminate excess radiation to surrounding healthy tissue. The reduction in radiation to critical structures, including the rectum and bladder, is associated with a low risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal issues, incontinence and impotence.
“Many men facing prostate cancer are concerned about short- and long-term side effects stemming from prostate cancer treatment; proton therapy offers a path that can potentially reduce that risk,” explains Dr. Henry Tsai, a radiation oncologist with ProCure.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and, just as the Brotherhood of the Blue Bottle deemed it critical to speak up about men’s health, ProCure urges men of all ages to be cognizant of the factors that can increase their chances of getting prostate cancer. Elements such as being 50 years of age or older, having an immediate blood relative who had prostate cancer, or being of African American descent can put men at higher risk for getting prostate cancer. ProCure believes it’s important for men facing a prostate cancer diagnosis to be informed about all of their treatment options and empowered in their decision making.
If you or someone you love is considering treatment options for prostate cancer, call 1-877-967-7628 or visit us online at www.procure.com/nj. Our team will help you learn more about proton therapy and determine if it is right for you.
About Princeton ProCure Management, LLC.
ProCure Proton Therapy Center in Somerset, N.J. opened in March 2012, and was the 10th proton treatment facility in the nation and the first in the NJ/NY tri-state region. Studies have shown proton therapy to be effective in treating many types of cancers, including that of the prostate, breast, lung, brain, gastrointestinal system, head and neck region, sarcomas and many pediatric cases.
ProCure N.J. is the only proton therapy center in the metro NY/NJ area equipped with pencil beam scanning (PBS), the most advanced proton therapy technology available today. ProCure's PBS technology expands the center's ability to treat difficult and complicated tumors, and is reflective of a commitment to continually advance cancer treatment options. For more information, visit www.procure.com/nj.
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