What to do?

March 2, 2012
When you suspect that there is something wrong or you found a lump that is growing, immediately consult your medical practitioner to make sure that it is nothing. If he/she advise a biopsy, go immediately. This action can save your life in the long run. 
Early detection is key to fighting cancer. My father felt that something was wrong with his body, but like most men, ignored the symptoms. When the pain and discomfort became to severe, he eventually went to the doctor and was diagnosed with prostate cancer. In August 2011, he was told that the results of the biopsy and the scans indicated that he is in advanced stage of prostate cancer and it is beyond any treatment.
It was a shock for the whole family. But currently, we are supporting each other and my father as he is weakening by the day. It seem as if the cancer have spread to the lymph nodes and the skeleton. He tires very quickly these days and the pain is increasing on a daily basis.   
 

Sponsorship

February 27, 2012
Good morning, 
During the last week we managed to secure our first sponsor for the drive as well as received our first donation towards the pole2poleandback drive. Any support will be appreciated be it in the form of sponsorship, funding, advice or moral support would be appreciated. 
This weekend, dating 3rd and 4th of March 2012, there will be opportunity to show your support by joining in shaving or coloring your hair to benefit the Shavathon awareness drive. I will be posting photos on the ...
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Share your experiences

February 16, 2012
My father was diagnosed with Prostate cancer in August of 2011. Since then, things has gone well but the medical professions can do very little for him. He get a hormone implant every 3 months and it seem to assist with his energy as he still get tired very easily and quickly. 
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I am the organizer of the Pole2poleandback drive for the awareness of cancer and to raise funds for two of our indispensable NGO's that rely almost solely on donations. The reason for the drive is my mission to make more aware of cancer and that early detection can lead to effective treatment.

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