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As approaches to ageing change, should we change our approach to diseases of ageing?
As approaches to ageing change, should we change our approach to diseases of ageing? As a clinic we specialise in treating men with prostate cancer – a disease of ageing Nearly 60% of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age of 65. The actual age distribution looks like this, as presented by…
Read MoreMaking sense of media reporting on prostate cancer
Making sense of media reporting on prostate cancer We live in an information-rich time; never before has so much content been available to each of us so quickly and easily. Our challenge is to differentiate quantity and quality amongst the deluge. Online searches are increasingly spent navigating through misinformation and fake news and distinguishing “my…
Read MoreProstate Cancer Podcast
A new audio series brought to you by The Focal Therapy Clinic, where our host, Clare Delmar, explores some issues facing men diagnosed with prostate cancer that are little known, less understood and almost never talked about.
Read MoreOlder patients and treatment choice
Two of our consultant urologists, Tim Dudderidge and Raj Nigam, are co-authors on a soon-to-published piece of research into older men’s experience with localised Prostate cancer, and focal therapy in particular. This is newsworthy for several reasons. First, it provides yet more evidence on the efficacy and quality of life benefits of focal therapy for…
Read MoreUnderstanding and interpreting clinical research findings – what they mean for you and your decision-making
Understanding and interpreting clinical research findings – what they mean for you and your decision-making Two recently presented clinical studies highlight important factors that men diagnosed with localised prostate cancer need to know, particularly with regard to sexual health following radical treatment and the realities associated with Active Surveillance. Last summer, a study was published…
Read MoreOptimising diagnosis and treatment for Prostate Cancer: Why a second opinion can be the best investment you’ll make
Optimising diagnosis and treatment for Prostate Cancer: Why a second opinion can be the best investment you’ll make The majority of men who come to our clinic are seeking a second opinion following a diagnosis and treatment recommendation for localised prostate cancer from their local hospital. Many are anxious about the life-changing impact that surgery…
Read MoreHow can celebrities influence behaviour around prostate cancer?
In an era of celebrity overload, characterised by continual celebrity self- promotion through every media outlet imaginable, are we measurably influenced when they use their status to raise awareness about an issue like prostate cancer? Well, when prostate cancer affects them directly, evidence shows that celebrities can not only raise awareness about it but they…
Read MoreBusting myths around prostate cancer
Living in an era of information overload is challenging; and in the case of healthcare the sheer quantity of information ranging in quality is overwhelming at best and harmful at worst. Prostate cancer is no exception. Our patients tell us some incredible things that they’ve been told and advised in their journeys to our clinic.…
Read MoreBuilding Health Literacy in Prostate Cancer
Last week, a study was published in the UK which had some astonishing findings about men and prostate cancer. Two especially stood out: First, one in three men over the age of 45 would put off seeking help for prostate cancer – because they fear every diagnosis is terminal.; and second, research into 1,200 men,…
Read MoreDecision Regret in Prostate Cancer Treatment
Many of our patients tell us about family members, friends and colleagues who have undergone prostate cancer treatment have experienced regret in their treatment choice. This is often a key driver in seeking a second opinion on their own prostate cancer management, and in their enquiries about focal therapy. When we discuss “decision regret” it…
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