A Woman’s Resource on Prostate Cancer

Women can’t get prostate cancer, just as men can’t get uterine cancer. But, women are affected by prostated cancer just the same, when someone they love is diagnosed with it.

Men who develop prostate cancer are becoming more open about it and that’s a good thing. This allows them to connect with other men who have or had it, and it allows them to research it and learn as much as they can. But what about their wives, sisters, mothers, daughters, female friends? Where can they turn for help?

The American and Canadian Cancer Societies, and many others, do a great job in providing what support they can. They’re wonderful sources for information and links to other places. There’s also now another place called HisProstateCancer.com .

The site says:

This web site was created to help you during this difficult time. It provides information to support you and your loved one as you make important decisions, such as choosing among the many treatment options. It also provides information about potential problems or concerns that may arise before or after treatment.

What does it offer?

There is basic information on prostate cancer (Prostate 101 ), discussion about treatments , sex life , and communication , among other topics. There is also a section with helpful tips, ranging from Ways to help support your man to “Bill of Rights” for wives and partners.

Why not check it out and see what you think?

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