Contact Us

Phone

Email
info@geelongpsg.net

Address
Belmont Park Pavilion,
162 Barrabool Rd,
Belmont 3216 VIC Australia

Online Enquiry

* Required fields

Prostate Cancer Awareness

Most men are unaware of the fact that prostate cancer usually develops without any noticeable symptoms. We believe that it is important that all men be made aware of this, and we follow the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) advice.

“Men over age 50, or 40 with a family history of prostate cancer, should talk to their doctor about testing for prostate cancer using the PSA test as part of their annual health check-up. Men should make an individual informed decision about testing, based on the latest available evidence on the benefits and potential harms of testing, and the subsequent treatment for prostate cancer”. 

This awareness increases the likelihood of early detection, which maximises the chance of a complete recovery.

 How We Can Help You

Providing Information

  • Members are kept up to date through our monthly newsletter, which reports on the previous and upcoming meetings and events, and which provides a carefully curated list of web-based links to support individual members’ self-education and research. Past issues are available on our blog.
  • Your GP and specialist must be your primary sources of information and advice about prostate cancer
  • Other ways in which the group could help you are in the information pages, and in our brochure available here.

Affiliated Organisations

Our group is affiliated with the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) which plays an important role in lobbying for Government support, fundraising, supporting research into prostate cancer and providing public awareness on prostate cancer related issues. Read more on the PCFA website.

Our group is also affiliated with Cancer Council Victoria, which has developed an international reputation for its innovative work in cancer research, prevention, and support. Cancer Council Victoria plays an important role in providing training and support to cancer support group leaders so members can feel safe and secure.