Knowing who to trust
With so much information on prostate cancer available, it might feel overwhelming to know which to trust. The healthcare team looking after you or your loved one should always be your first port of call if you have any questions regarding a specific prostate cancer diagnosis or treatment. Hospital-affiliated websites are also valuable sources of information, and patient advocacy group websites can help your find support and put you in touch with others in a similar situation. Additional reputable sources and organizations are listed below.
ZERO Prostate Cancer is one of the leading national non-profit organizations with the mission to end prostate cancer and help all who are impacted by the disease. The ZERO website contains clear and concise information and here you can find out how to connect with others experiencing prostate cancer. Visit their website to see how you can support the charity in its work and join its every-growing community.
Website: https://zerocancer.org/
Phone: 1-202-463-9455
Email: info@zerocancer.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/zerocancer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeroprostatecancer/
As one of the leading charitable organizations in the United States, the Prostate Cancer Foundation funds some of the world’s most cutting-edge prostate cancer research. The Foundation’s website has comprehensive information on prostate cancer aimed not only at those recently diagnosed or those whose cancer may have returned, but also for their families and caregivers, and advice for living well with the disease.
Website: https://www.pcf.org/
Phone: 1-800-757-CURE (1-800-757-2873)
Email: info@pcf.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PCFnews
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prostatecancerfoundation/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCF.org
The Prostate Health Education Network (PHEN) is a charitable organization founded by the prostate cancer survivor Thomas A. Farrington in 2003. Its mission is to ensure that prostate cancer in African American men is diagnosed and treated as equally as it is in other patient groups. PHEN also provides support and many resources including a website that helps men find clinical trials for prostate cancer that they can participate in.
Website: https://prostatehealthed.org
Phone: 1-617-481-4020
Email: rapcancer@prostatehealthed.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RAPCancer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProstateHealthEducationNetwork
Veterans Prostate Cancer Awareness (VPCa) is a national non-profit organization. The VPCa is dedicated to saving the lives of all men with prostate cancer and is committed to promoting awareness and education around the disease. The charity hosts regular events that brings veterans, active-duty service men, and others together to encourage prostate cancer testing and detection, learn about the latest treatments, provide support, and how to join in the fight against prostate cancer.
Website: https://www.vpca.vet/
Phone: 888-899-VPCa (1-888-899-8722)
Email: info@vpca.vet
Twitter: https://twitter.com/veteransPCa
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veteranspca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vetsprostate
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxBod-S7S0q6RmpE6CrxaTQ
The Prostate Cancer Free Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that works to help people interested in and affected by prostate cancer, through education and research. The Foundation states its mission is to be there to help you quickly learn about the prostate gland, cancer of the prostate, treatments and side effects.
Website: https://www.prostatecancerfree.org/
Email: info@prostatecancerfree.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PCaFree
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prostatecancerfree/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ProstateCancerFreeFoundation
The Urology Care Foundation website covers a broad range of topics, including prostate cancer. Here you can learn about basic anatomy and where to find the prostate, as well as information on early and advanced-stage prostate cancer.
Website: https://www.urologyhealth.org/
Phone: 1-800-828-7866
Email: info@UrologyCareFoundation.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/UrologyCareFdn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urologycarefdn/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UrologyCareFoundation
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHCZ1sbVTYhpM1qmKFiOJJQ
RadiologyInfo is a website for patients run by the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) and the American College of Radiology (ACR). It provides information on different imaging methods, such as ultrasound, X-rays, CT and MRI. Here you can find out how these imaging methods are performed and what you may experience during a scan. The website also provides information on radiation therapy which is one of the many different treatment options used to treat prostate cancer.
Website: www.radiologyinfo.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/radiologyinfo_
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radinfo4patients/
The American Cancer Society is a leading cancer-fighting organization that funds cancer research, advocates for patients, and provides support for all those whose lives are affected by cancer. The Society’s National Cancer Information Center enables you to talk directly with specialists, no matter how big or small your question may be. The ACS’ phone line is there for you whatever time or day of the week it is.
Website: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/prostate-cancer.html
Phone: 1-800-227-2345
Twitter: https://twitter.com/americancancer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americancancersociety/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanCancerSociety
Brought to you by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Cancer.Net is a well-respected and trusted source of information for patients and their caregivers. The site provides information on all aspects of cancer care, including prostate, the available treatments, and procedures.
Website: https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/prostate-cancer
Phone: +1 888-651-3038
Email: contactus@cancer.net
Twitter: https://x.com/americancancer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CancerDotNet
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the nation’s federal agency for cancer research. Through its website, Cancer.gov, the NCI provides clear information on all types of cancer. Here you can find the latest statistics and information on the cancer research programs that the NCI funds. The NCI website also provides information on how to cope emotionally with cancer and offers words of support for people caring for those with cancer. The NCI’s phone lines are open weekdays, from 9 am until 9 pm.
Website: https://www.cancer.gov/types/prostate
Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
Email: NCIinfo@nih.gov
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thenci
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalcancerinstitute/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cancer.gov