“We have had a number of staff or their spouses diagnosed with prostate cancer all of whom were prompted to be checked for prostate cancer after a ManUp education session,”
Carl, prostate cancer survivor and CEO Goondiwindi Regional Council
In fact, if it is detected early, it has one of the highest survival rates. This is why we are so committed to spreading information about regular testing and understanding this devastating disease.
At ManUp! we like to dream big, and our vision is fixed on one clear goal – changing the statistics! Through our programs and initiatives, we hope to make this dream a reality in the not-too-distant future.
Every year we hit the road on the ManUp! On The Road Educational Tour and visit communities across Queensland and New South Wales to educate men about prostate cancer and motivate them to be proactive about this area of their health by taking a yearly test designed for early detection.
ManUp! is dedicated to ensuring that every man living with prostate cancer has access to the support of a Prostate Cancer Care Nurse, so they have the information and care they deserve. Prostate Cancer Care Nurses are a crucial point of contact for patients and their families by coordinating access to care and services such as physiotherapy and counselling. While there are more than 200 breast cancer care nurses in Australia, there are only 43 prostate cancer care curses, a number we want to help increase.
Make a donation to support men with prostate cancer todayWe have developed a comprehensive Directory with a list of services available for prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation throughout Queensland. The Directory is free to access and can also be downloaded from the app store.
Find a support service near youManUp! relies on the generosity of supporters to ensure our programs and initiatives can continue providing hands on help, support, information and awareness to men in rural and remote communities. Each year, ManUp! hosts a number of fundraising events to support men living with this disease.
Find out more about the latest eventsHere are just some of the stories from people to show you how your support is making a difference.