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Abiraterone Clinical Trials
For further information on abiraterone and the next phase of clinical trials for the drug, please contact The Prostate Cancer Charity’s free, confidential Helpline 0800 074 8383 which is staffed by specialist nurses and open from 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday and Wednesdays from 7 - 9pm.
You may also wish to read The Prostate Cancer Charity’s guide on prostate cancer clinical trials which contains background information for men and their families considering participating in a study.
Join our Research Advisory Committee
July 2008 - The Prostate Cancer Charity is looking for a man with prostate cancer to join our Research Advisory Committee.
As a representative of men with prostate cancer you would help the committee to decide which research applications we fund and advise on our research strategy. If you are interested in joining the Committee, Visit our vacancy page to download an application form.
The Prostate Cancer Charity supports Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Week (EMCAW)
The Prostate Cancer Charity has joined a collaboration of leading charities to help raise awareness of cancer amongst ethnic minority groups.
Ethnic Minority Cancer Awareness Week will run between 7th – 13th July. The focus for this year will be on London, as one of the most diverse and vibrant cities in the world. Around 30% of the population belongs to an ethnic minority and over 250 languages are spoken.
A week of activities will begin with a parliamentary reception on Monday 7th July between 12.30 – 3.00 at Westminster. Speakers will share experiences, policy makers, service providers and community organisations will explore ways of improving cancer services and showcase services already provided.
A range of organisations, including health service providers and policy makers are being asked to improve services for ethnic minority communities by signing up to a statement. Individuals from ethnic minority communities are also being asked to take an active role in reducing their risk of developing cancer by agreeing to a statement too. To find out about the statements and more information about the awareness week log onto www.emcaw.co.uk
Flora London Marathon
April 2008 - A BIG thank you to the 156 runners who took part in the Marathon in aid of The Prostate Cancer Charity. Look at the photos of the day here.
Ex-England Rugby Legend Andy Ripley wins Rugby Book of the Year for Ripley’s World at the British Sports Book Awards
18th March 2008 Ex-England rugby legend Andy Ripley was earlier today named the winner of the Rugby Book of the Year Award at the British Sports Book Awards in London.
His book, Ripley’s World, published October 2007 by Mainstream, is an intimate and moving account, in diary form, of his battle with prostate cancer since he was diagnosed.
All royalties from the book have been donated to The Prostate Cancer Charity, for whom Ripley continues to campaign. Despite 35,000 men each year being diagnosed with the illness, it is a subject that Ripley feels is talked about far too infrequently.
Andy Ripley was capped 24 times for the England international rugby team throughout the 1970s and was one of Willie John's invincible Lions in 1974. Now a successful businessman, he has held the world indoor rowing record for heavyweight men for 10 years. Born in 1947 and raised in Liverpool, he now lives in Surrey with his wife of 30 years and has 3 children.
NOTES TO EDITORS
NICE is recruiting new members to independent advisory committees on the use of health technologies
March 2008 - The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) is recruiting new members to its independent advisory Appraisal Committee. The Appraisal Committee formulates recommendations for NICE on the use of drugs and devices in the NHS in England and Wales. The Institute is looking to recruit a range of committee members. Members of the Committee are drawn from the NHS, healthcare professionals, patients and carers, and the academic world.
The Appraisal Committee considers and interprets evidence on the clinical and cost effectiveness of health technologies (pharmaceuticals, medical devices, surgical procedures, diagnostic procedures and health promotion interventions), and formulates recommendations for NICE on their use.
NICE are looking to recruit individuals who have the experience and commitment to help the Institute take some of the most difficult decisions in public life, and in doing so to contribute to improving the quality and consistency of care provided by the NHS.
Individuals who are interested in joining the Appraisal Committee should log on to the Institute’s website for information and an application pack. Applications should be made by 31st March 2008.
PCA3 position statement
October 2007 - The Charity’s position statement on PCA3; a new molecular test to improve prostate cancer diagnosis.
Hydro Active Women’s Challenge
September 2007 - Thanks to the 147 ladies who took part in the Hydro Active Women’s Challenge. Look at the photos of the day here
BUPA Great North Run
September 2007 - A BIG congratulations to the 191 runners who completed the Great North Run on 30th September. Look at the photos of the day here
The Georgian House Father's Day Feast
June 2007 - The Father's Day Feast proved a great success in raising awareness, promoting healthy eating and generating some funds for The Prostate Cancer Charity. Click here to learn more.
Celebrity dance captain prepares for the ride of her life
June 2007 - Our latest celebrity supporter, Dirty Dancing’s dance captain Sarah Bowden, will be undertaking a non-stop international cycle ride on 13 June to raise vital funds for the Charity. Click here to learn more.
Father's Day
May 2007 - Father's day is Sunday 17th June 2007 and The Prostate Cancer Charity has several ideas to make this year extra special! Click here to learn more.
Flora London Marathon
April 2007 - A BIG thank you to the 132 runners who took part in the Marathon in aid of The Prostate Cancer Charity. Read our Flora London Marathon from here.
Scotland Prostate Cancer Forum
May 2006 - Attended by almost 100 delegates, the first Scotland forum heard about the prostate cancer situation in Scotland, and had opportunities for discussion and debate in workshops. Read our report on the forum here.
My husband's silent killer
November 2005 - Maureen Dickson talks to The Observer about her family's experience of prostate cancer.
Real Man Campaign
November 2005 - Our Real Man Campaign adverts have now appeared in leading nationals including The Daily Express, The Daily Star, Metro London, The Financial Times, The Sunday Telegraph, the Daily Mirror and The Sun. All the advertising and design has been totally free.
Rebranding, relaunching
November 2005 - If you are a regular visitor it may not have escaped you attention that we have a new logo and a new look website. You can find out about our new logo here, and our new website is explained here.
First National Survey
November 2005 - Our First National Survey asked over 1,000 men diagnosed with prostate cancer within the last three years, about their care and found that one in five was given his diagnosis insensitively - some were even told by phone or by letter. You can get the whole story here.
Ricky Radio Rumpus
October 2005 - When Ricky Gervais wrote and starred in a radio ad to raise awareness about prostate cancer it caused a huge controversy and media frenzy. You can get the whole story here.
PSA Screening: Our Policy
September 2005 - Chris Hiley outlines the charity's position on the controversial issue of nationwide PSA screening. More...