The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
Thank you Movember – and every Mo Bro and Mo Sista across Australia and around the World. Movember 2009 was our biggest year yet with incredible levels of awareness – and money – being raised to fight prostate cancer.
PCFA receives limited government funding and relies on the generosity of events like Movember and our corporate partners, individuals and the community to help continue our essential work.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) is the peak national body for prostate cancer in Australia. It is dedicated to:
- funding research into the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of prostate cancer.
- raising awareness about prostate cancer
- providing support, information and advocacy to men and their families impacted by prostate cancer
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, prostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in Australia and the second greatest cause of cancer deaths in men. The latest data shows that in 2010 almost 20,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Tragically more than 3,300 men will die as a direct cause of prostate cancer.
To everyone who took part in Movember - thank you for another great year. To find out more – visit www.movember.com.au
Latest News
PCFA International Conference - 6-8 August 2010
6-8 August 2010
Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, Queensland
PCFA's International Conference, Advancing Quality of Life, will bring together representatives of support groups across Australia, as well as medical researchers, nurses, doctors, community organisations, allied health professionals and governments representatives. The program will feature three full days of meetings, workshops and keynote addresses and willl provide a unique learning experience on the diagnosis and treatment options in prostate cancer research.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Calls for Applications
The call for applications to the 2010 round of the PdCCRS is now open. Further information, including the research priorities of PCFA and other funding partners, as well as the Guide to Applicants and Additional Questions Forms, can be found on the Cancer Australia website - www.canceraustralia.gov.au.
PCFA Travel Grants 2010 - The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia is pleased to announce that the 2010 Travel Grant Award round is now open. PCFA travel grants are aimed at assisting outstanding PhD students and young post-doctoral researchers to attend relevant national and/or international prostate cancer forums where they can present their work, exchange scientific information with their peers and make relevant contacts in the field that would help them in their career path. For further information on how to apply for a travel grant click here
Pirtek Fishing Challenge 2010
Australia's Biggest Fishing Challenge is on again! Download media release
Hottest Tradie 2010 Calendar
Purchase your Hottest Tradie calender and support the fight against prostate cancer - click here to purchase online - http://www.smhshop.com.au/products.php?section=gifts&id=142
RSVP launched the search for Australia's Hottest Tradie in 2009. Over 1500 of Australia's finest entered the competition and people from all around the world got behind the campaign and voted. To showcase the best of Australia's Tradies, RSVP has brought together the five finalists to produce this calendar for a very worthy cause.
The calendar is portrait style, 12 month calendar Jan- Dec 2010. All proceeds from the sale of this calendar will be donated to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia - Your purchase of this calendar will help fund research into the cause, prevention and treatment of prostate cancer.
Man Van hits the road in Tasmania
PCFA and Cancer Council Tasmania recently launched the Man Van in Tasmania. Both organisations share a commitment to men’s health and funding research into the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of prostate cancer, as well as raising awareness, providing support, information and advocacy on prostate cancer, other cancers and men’s health in general.
Click here to view media release
Victory Over Prostate Cancer Ride
NSW State Manager, Wendy Farrow, accepts a cheque for $20,000 from the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Association Federal Chapter. The funds were raised by the Associations in the 'Victory Over Prostate Cancer Ride, 2009'.
Call for Funding Applications - Better Cancer Support Through Consumers
Host a BBQ for Prostate Cancer
Register to Host a BBQ
September was Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Hundreds of Australians hosted a barbecue to raise funds and awareness towards prostate cancer. Thank you to all of those who were involved, you participation is greatly appreciated.
Regardless which month of the year, any time is a good time to raise awareness for prostate cancer. By hosting a BBQ and asking your friends, colleagues and family to donate, you are assisting in raising the necessary funds to help us fight this disease.
The Commonwealth Bank has been a proud partner of the PCFA since 2002 and is privileged to continue its support during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. www.commbank.com.au
Prostate Cancer testing: The results are in – Talk to your doctor.
The recent coverage of the early results of the two randomised trials on Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) testing for prostate cancer has yet again ignited the screening debate for prostate cancer around the world.
Events
February Events
Click on link to view February events. Are you planning on holding a Men's Health Event anywhere in Australia? Invite a National Men's Health Ambassador to present on Prostate Health and Continence Health, at no extra cost. Request Ambassador Speakers
Dr Charles 'Snuffy' Myers Lectures in 2010
DR MYERS LECTURE IN SYDNEY TONIGHT AT THE GARVAN INSTITUTE, located next to St Vincent's Hospital on the corner of Victoria and Burton Streets in Darlinghurst. Please use Burton street entrance. Note that this lecture is sold out.
Thanks to all who participated in Movember!
Pedal for Prostate Cancer
If you know someone affected by prostate cancer this is your opportunity to get into action and take on the adventure of a lifetime. Imagine being part of a special group that rides from Vietnam to Cambodia knowing to get there you raised vital funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. 
Recent Media Interest
National featured media articles concerning prostate cancer research and our supporters
PCFA no longer conducts telemarketing as part of its fundraising campaign or for any other reason. If you receive any phone call claiming to be on behalf of PCFA, please alert us as soon as possible. If you do not wish to receive telemarketing calls from any organisation we advise that you register your details with www.donotcall.gov.au