You Are Not Alone September 18, 2018 Hi all, it’s Jimmy Charles here! Most of you know me as ZERO’s National Spokesman; I’ve been traveling the country spreading awareness with ZERO for a few years now. My song, “Superman,” is ZERO’s anthem and it’s something I’m proud to sing to the patients and survivors who inspired me at every race I attend.When I first got started with ZERO, I had no idea how much impact we could have together. I wrote “Superman” alongside Phil Shulka, a prostate cancer patient that works closely with ZERO and the Baltimore Run/Walk. I’m a Maryland guy myself, so to begin this journey in my home state was a great honor. Since then, every community I visit is full of folks who inspire the work we do and who want to join us on our journey to Generation ZERO.Some of my most favorite moments are when I meet the patients, survivors, and their families at every Run/Walk and when they share their stories with me. Their vulnerability in sharing their hardship and passion is inspiring, and it gives me hope and push me to do more – I raise awareness for the men who might not be aware they are at risk for the disease. I raise awareness because early detection saves lives, and I’m passionate about letting as many folks as possible know that.Most of all, I want all of these men and families to know that they are not alone. There are 2.9 million men living with prostate cancer in the U.S. – that is 2.9 million others who have gone through a similar journey, who have battled or lost a loved one to this disease. It’s a journey that unites everyone who has been affected by prostate cancer, and alongside ZERO we want to reach every one of them. If we can educate just one man to get tested, just one man to be aware that he is at high risk, then we are making a difference.This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, join me to raise awareness. Join me to stand by the men and families affected by prostate cancer. Visit ZERO’s website to learn more about how you can get involved and fill out a sign of your own! Don’t forget to share it with us on social media using #CountMeIn and tagging ZERO!Later today I am psyched that my new song, "I Am Not Alone," will release to country radio, iTunes, and more! I was inspired to write this song on my journey with ZERO and meeting the survivors connected to this great organization, and wanted to create an uplifting anthem to bring them hope, unity, love, and strength.If you want to connect with me on Facebook, I love getting messages from everyone. You can also find me over on ZERO’s Instagram tomorrow for Prostate Cancer Awareness Day, where I’ll be taking over to show you a day in my life! Head on over to Instagram @zeroprostatecancer tomorrow to check it out and say hi!Want to see me on the road? I’ll be performing at ZERO Run/Walks in Sunrise, FL (September 22nd), New York City (September 23rd), and Des Moines, IA (September 29th). I can’t wait to see you there! More Stories From the latest news stories to our podcasts and videos, learn more about prostate cancer your way. Prostate Cancer News Prostate Cancer News Read about the latest prostate cancer insights, research breakthroughs, trending discussions, news coverage, and thought-provoking editorials. Podcasts Podcasts Tune in to one of our podcasts covering hot topics in prostate cancer—from sex and dating after a prostate cancer diagnosis to stories from patients and survivors, achieving health equity, and more. Videos & Webinars Videos & Webinars Our content library covers topics such as diagnosis to treatment options, support for caregivers, navigating financial barriers, and more. Blog Posts Spreading Awareness Contributor Charles (Chuck) Ryan, MD, Professor of Medicine Charles J. Ryan, MD is an internationally recognized genitourinary (GU) oncologist with expertise in the biology and treatment of advanced disease as well as the supportive care of all men with prostate cancer. He was most recently the Director of the Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation Division in the Department of Medicine at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. He also served as the Associate Director for Clinical Research in the Masonic Cancer Center and held the B.J. Kennedy Chair in Clinical Medical Oncology. Dr. Ryan earned a BA in Philosophy, magna cum laude, from Marquette University and graduated from the University of Wisconsin Medical School. He trained at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, serving as Chief Resident, and at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. Prior to moving to the University of Minnesota, he was on the faculty of the University of California, San Francisco, where he served as Program Leader for Genitourinary Medical Oncology and held the title of Thomas Perkins Distinguished Professor in Cancer Research. He has published over 200 articles and chapters in the world’s leading medical journals. He is the author of the book The Virility Paradox: The Vast Influence of Testosterone on Our Bodies, Minds, and the World We Live In, released in February 2018. Dr. Ryan is also the Leader of the Advanced Prostate Cancer Cadre in the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology, a national clinical trials group, and past Chair of the NCI GU Steering Committee’s Prostate Cancer Task Force. Dr. Ryan, who goes by the name Chuck, is a native of Appleton, Wisconsin. He has three children with his wife, Jessica: identical twin daughters Cate and Elise, and a son, Patrick. Learn more about Charles More for you
Hi all, it’s Jimmy Charles here! Most of you know me as ZERO’s National Spokesman; I’ve been traveling the country spreading awareness with ZERO for a few years now. My song, “Superman,” is ZERO’s anthem and it’s something I’m proud to sing to the patients and survivors who inspired me at every race I attend.When I first got started with ZERO, I had no idea how much impact we could have together. I wrote “Superman” alongside Phil Shulka, a prostate cancer patient that works closely with ZERO and the Baltimore Run/Walk. I’m a Maryland guy myself, so to begin this journey in my home state was a great honor. Since then, every community I visit is full of folks who inspire the work we do and who want to join us on our journey to Generation ZERO.Some of my most favorite moments are when I meet the patients, survivors, and their families at every Run/Walk and when they share their stories with me. Their vulnerability in sharing their hardship and passion is inspiring, and it gives me hope and push me to do more – I raise awareness for the men who might not be aware they are at risk for the disease. I raise awareness because early detection saves lives, and I’m passionate about letting as many folks as possible know that.Most of all, I want all of these men and families to know that they are not alone. There are 2.9 million men living with prostate cancer in the U.S. – that is 2.9 million others who have gone through a similar journey, who have battled or lost a loved one to this disease. It’s a journey that unites everyone who has been affected by prostate cancer, and alongside ZERO we want to reach every one of them. If we can educate just one man to get tested, just one man to be aware that he is at high risk, then we are making a difference.This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, join me to raise awareness. Join me to stand by the men and families affected by prostate cancer. Visit ZERO’s website to learn more about how you can get involved and fill out a sign of your own! Don’t forget to share it with us on social media using #CountMeIn and tagging ZERO!Later today I am psyched that my new song, "I Am Not Alone," will release to country radio, iTunes, and more! I was inspired to write this song on my journey with ZERO and meeting the survivors connected to this great organization, and wanted to create an uplifting anthem to bring them hope, unity, love, and strength.If you want to connect with me on Facebook, I love getting messages from everyone. You can also find me over on ZERO’s Instagram tomorrow for Prostate Cancer Awareness Day, where I’ll be taking over to show you a day in my life! Head on over to Instagram @zeroprostatecancer tomorrow to check it out and say hi!Want to see me on the road? I’ll be performing at ZERO Run/Walks in Sunrise, FL (September 22nd), New York City (September 23rd), and Des Moines, IA (September 29th). I can’t wait to see you there!
More Stories From the latest news stories to our podcasts and videos, learn more about prostate cancer your way. Prostate Cancer News Prostate Cancer News Read about the latest prostate cancer insights, research breakthroughs, trending discussions, news coverage, and thought-provoking editorials. Podcasts Podcasts Tune in to one of our podcasts covering hot topics in prostate cancer—from sex and dating after a prostate cancer diagnosis to stories from patients and survivors, achieving health equity, and more. Videos & Webinars Videos & Webinars Our content library covers topics such as diagnosis to treatment options, support for caregivers, navigating financial barriers, and more.
