QUEST informs readers of the latest advances in urologic prostate cancer research, especially detection, prevention, and treatment.
by Marcy Manning After reading information on the URF website, Marcy Manning sent a note to Dr. Catalona about her husband’s experiences with his prostate cancer diagnosis. Dr. Catalona asked if she would be willing to share her thoughts with…
by Cissy Lacks The tennis playing, helicopter skiing, fitness exerciser had a rising PSA but his doctor told him not to worry about his 3.5 PSA result and to take another test in six months. A trusted friend told him…
prepared by Cecilia Lacks, PhD The Genistein Project The initial research from this project found that genistein, a component in soy, targets and prevents vital steps that must occur for a cell to spread. Now, the research is out of…
President Barack Obama recently solicited a Prostate Specific Antigen test to screen for prostate cancer during his yearly physical. White House physician Dr. Jeffrey C. Kuhlman’s report, which was released October 31, said the test was performed after the President…
Last May, I was invited by the American Urological Association to give the Ramon Guiteras Lecture. This opportunity was an honor for me, as I was selected by my own professional association to give this lecture to the membership. …
