It's Movember Month.

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What is Movember?

As a reminder November is also Movember where men all over the world grow a mustache to raise awareness and support and funds for Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Mental health and Suicide prevention in men. In more than 20 countries across the world there are men that are doing this to help.

It had humble beginnings in Australia in 1999 by a small number of men and now has grown worldwide.

Since its inception, the Movember Foundation has raised $837 million and funded over 1,200 projects in more than 20 countries according to Wikipedia.

Some of the countries that I am aware of that participate are

Australia, Brazil, Canada ,Czech Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, Ireland, Israel, Kuwait, New Zealand, Spain, South Africa, Taiwan, The UK and the USA.

Do they do this or support this in your area?

Why am I so supportive of this Cancer Awareness program? Please let me share my story.

Last week I spent over 7 hours in the operating and recovery area of Lakeridge Health Hospital Oshawa Canada. Shout out to my Doctor here and her wonderful caring staff.

Terry at the end of a long day.
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I was Diagnosed 17 years ago with Prostate Cancer and I have been on a watch and wait program with a PSA test twice a year and a Biopsy every 3-4 years. It was in a small area of my prostate , but after 17 years it spread more in the prostate. So rather than have it spread to the rest of my body a decision was made to get rid of it.

I have now had my first day of Brachytherapy Radiation. I still have 15 more radiation treatment days to go in the next 30 days.

I am sharing this post as a reminder to all my male friends, colleagues and Local Google Guides, especially those over the age of 45, to get tested. To my Female friends and Guides, please encourage your partners, brothers, dads, uncles and friends to get tested. It’s a simple PSA blood test that you doctors can prescribe.

Some interesting facts:

  • In Canada 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.
  • Over 90% of men survive with early detection.
  • 98 % of diagnosed men with Prostate Cancer are over 50.

So please get tested Cancer can be beaten with early detection.

GET TESTED

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@TerryPG

Von Herzen alles Gute fĂĽr diese schwierige Zeit

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@TerryPG ,

Hope everything goes well for you.

I’m a 13 year plus surviver myself. With my family history it wasn’t a question of if but when it would show up. Regular PSA tests are life saving. I have a mustache year round, but support the initiative.

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Thank you for sharing this reminder to all men @TerryPG

I’m definitely one of those typical men that doesn’t regularly go to the doctor and I will take this reminder to heart and act upon it. :hugs:

All of my best to you through this time. You’re a fighter, cancer wasn’t thinking when it chose this battle! You’ll be in my thoughts and I’ll be sending many good vibes for comfort, strength & healing. :metal:t4:

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@TerryPG Thank you for bringing this important information to all of us. And we wish you the best for a speedy treatment and recovery.

I participated in my first Movember in 2012 when I suggested our company get involved. Only 2 of our 35 employees were men. We got 100% participation (Technically 117%, as some waxings were skipped in solidarity :joy: ).

Caption: Movember 2012, Quite disappointed with our growth progress as of the end of the month
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Now, I make sure my kids get involved.

Caption: Mini JustJake not quite landing Movember, but still displaying a very likely future outcome
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Another global event that occurs mid-year is the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. This motorcycle rally raises funds for the Movember Foundation as well as brings awareness to men’s mental health issues.

We’re with you, @TerryPG ! Stay strong, Sir.

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Thank you so much @Annaelisa

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Thank you @Rednewt74 This confirms that early detection of Cancer probably will stop any further growth. Congrats on beating Cancer. Thanks for being a friend here Rednewt.

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Thank you @Mikeinthefalls and for being a friend here. This post is not so much about me as it is me trying to get people especially men to recognize the importance of getting tested. You have just made my day.

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Thanks for being a friend here @JustJake . I love the look of mini Just Jake. Indeed there are many events yearly and worldwide to help men and women fight Cancer.

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@TerryPG sending you all the good vibes and prayers as you recover. Taking care of ourselves is often so easy to overlook but so so important. Here’s to a smooth recovery

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@JustJake I LOLed for real at your “skipped the waxing in solidarity” :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

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@TerryPG Terry que genial post, gran héroe :+1: . Maravilloso!

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It is a very important matter these days. Thank you for bringing this to our attention @TerryPG here on Connect.

I wish the best for you. Long live :heart:

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Thank you for sharing this important information and your personal journey @TerryPG
It’s inspiring to see how Movember has grown from its humble beginnings to become a global movement, raising awareness and support for such critical issues. Your story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of early detection and regular check-ups.
Your message is a valuable call to action for all men, urging them to prioritize their health and well-being. I hope this post encourages more men to get tested and seek early detection, potentially saving lives.
Wishing you all the best on your journey to recovery.

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Hello @TerryPG

Our sincere support and love to you at this time. Thank you for sharing this amazing story of yours with us here on connect. I haven’t gotten to that age bracket yet so I’m off the test rank.

In a few years I’ll get to that age bracket. We wish you all the best for those 15 sections of radiations. Be strong be courageous and be happy.

Cheers

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Hey @JustJake

Why did you have you have to force a mustache on the poor little lad ? Your are always funny :rofl: . Please give him a few more years,would you?

It’s been a while we chatted although the group has been quiet. We will revitalise it soon Dv. Great we cam support each other on issues like @TerryPG . Keep supporting and helping.

Cheers

Good we c

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@TerryPG Mucha fortaleza y animo en esta dura etapa.

Esperemos que todo salga bien y que sigas en esta iniciativa mucho tiempo, por cierto, se te ve muy bien.

Animo y cariño desde Madrid :wink:

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Thank you @MelTG Please make sure what’s his name gets the test. If he does my sharing this and posting is worthwhile.

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Thank you for the kind words @Maximilianozalazar and @Amiran It means a lot to me.

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Thank you @Nomad_vikram you are absolutely right with your explanation and thanks to @Shola.

Shola I too have begun to edit roads, it is a much more involved process.

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