On March 3rd, we had the esteemed Dr. Darryl Leong (Cardiologist and Director of the McMaster University and Hamilton Health Sciences Cardio-Oncology Program) at our Active Surveillance Virtual Support Group.
Dr. Leong, explained to men on active surveillance that his work on men on AS makes sense because many of these men are at greater risk of dying from cardiovascular diseases—such as heart attacks and strokes—than they are to die from prostate cancer. He said there is strong evidence for the benefits of exercise to reduce CVD risk. He said the research on a diet is not as strong because there are few randomized studies. However, there is recent research from MD Anderson that the Mediterranean diet may have some benefits for men on AS. Long warned that many cardiologists are now questioning the long-accepted practice of taking one baby aspirin a day. He also answered questions about cardiovascular disease issues in men with advanced prostate cancer who are taking hormonal therapy.
We want to thank Dr. Leong for answering so many questions!
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