ZEROHour Prostate Cancer Newsletter

Moving Mission Forward in 2023

With help from community members like you, ZERO is moving the needle on our mission to ZERO out prostate cancer. Here are just a few highlights from 2023 on the impact we made together:

• Provided 1,400+ patients with support and more than $1.5 million in debt relief through ZERO360.
• Added 18 new support groups in 2023.
• Pushed to secure the $110 million budget for the Department of Defense's Prostate Cancer Research Project.
• Advocated for the recently introduced bi-partisan PSA Screening for HIM Act, which, if approved, will provide prostate cancer screenings without deductibles, copayments, or coinsurances for high-risk individuals.
• Launched a new best-in-class ZERO website, arming the prostate cancer community with critical disease education and resources.

Let's keep up the momentum into 2024 and make it another impactful year supporting more patients and families, educating and screening more men, and fueling research to end prostate cancer for all.

New Treatment Decision Support Tool for Advanced Prostate Cancer

Making a decision about advanced prostate cancer treatment can be an overwhelming experience. ZERO's new tool in partnership with Clinical Care Options (CCO) can help. This Interactive Decision Support Tool incorporates the latest in advanced prostate cancer treatment and care offered by a panel of five experts. Advanced prostate cancer patients and their caregivers can login at no cost to gain expert guidance based on the information they enter. Discover what's available so you can work with your care team to make the right choices together.

(This content is provided by Clinical Care Options, LLC in partnership with ZERO Prostate Cancer)

Register for the 2024 Advocacy Summit

Our mission is dependent on the strength of our ZERO community and tireless advocates. That's why we feel so strongly about connecting our champions with tools to promote advocacy and camaraderie every year in Washington, D.C. You're invited to attend our 2024 ZERO Prostate Cancer Summit on February 25 - 27. This year's summit promises a series of impactful events, starting off with the prestigious Bold for Blue awards, recognizing individuals who have devoted their lives to the cause. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in educational sessions, advocacy training, and invaluable networking. For our final day, we take our fight to Capitol Hill, where we'll actively participate in shaping groundbreaking legislation and initiatives, and advocate for essential funding in research, health screenings, and early detection. Join us at the forefront of change—your presence makes a difference.

Empower and Educate

Empower yourself during your prostate cancer journey with ZERO's comprehensive educational resources, designed to make every step of the way understandable and less overwhelming. We offer materials showcasing digestible infographics and addressing topics such as disease stages, caregivers, and a series of "Questions For Your Doctor" guides to help facilitate vital conversations with your healthcare providers.

Additionally, ZERO provides extended support through our support groups, materials in Spanish, and information about treatment options. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or advocate, these resources help you more easily navigate the complexities of prostate cancer. Request our educational materials for doctor's offices, educational events, or other awareness initiatives. Education is a crucial weapon in the fight against prostate cancer.

Blue Jacket Fashion It's Time to Roll Out the Blue Carpet Tune in for the highly anticipated eighth annual Blue Jacket Fashion Show on February 1. Frederick Anderson, fashion designer extraordinaire, founded this celebrity event, which benefits ZERO Prostate Cancer. Sponsored by Janssen Oncology, this exceptional gathering seamlessly blends the realms of fashion, entertainment, sports, healthcare, and media to openly address the critical issue of prostate cancer. Support for this event helps bridge the gap between racial and health disparities in prostate cancer among Black men and underserved communities. » Watch the Livestream - Coming Soon

Champions Corner Our Newest Champion- Wil Blumhorst ZERO is excited to announce our newest addition to our team of champions. Wil has tirelessly advocated for prostate cancer patients. He participates in our Grow & Give campaign to have a platform to share his father's story. Wil's dad is a prostate cancer survivor. With his family history, he made the proactive choice to get screened and was diagnosed at the age of 44 earlier this year. He's made a huge impact this year alone by amplifying his story and educating the community about early detection. » Become a Champion

Clinical Study Francis Medical Enrolling for Clinical Study The Francis Medical Clinical Study is now enrolling for an investigational treatment for intermediate-risk prostate cancer. This new study is analyzing a minimally invasive treatment that uses small amounts of steam to target cancer cells. The prostate cancer clinical study does not use radiation or a prostatectomy. » Learn More (This content is provided in partnership with Francis Medical)

MENtor Program ZERO's MENtor Program Being diagnosed with prostate cancer brings up many questions. Whether you are newly diagnosed or are trying to decide next steps, talking with someone who has experience combating this disease can be helpful. ZERO has developed the MENtor Program, a peer-to-peer support program for men with prostate cancer. The MENtor Program allows us to connect prostate cancer patients at any point in their journey with ongoing peer-to-peer support. Trained MENtors can offer their experiences and insights to help men make informed decisions about their treatment. You're not alone. » Learn More about MENtor