Back in mid-2012, the US Preventative Services Task Force first made the following recommendation with an associated D Grade:
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends against prostate-specific antigen (PSA)–based screening for prostate cancer.
This group is for men with complex disease either at diagnosis, or whose disease has recurred with or without evidence of metastasis. With men who have experienced the gamut of treatments, […]
AnCan and the Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) have partnered together to provide face-to-face support and interpersonal connection for the Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) community by hosting virtual, peer-moderated support groups. Our virtual VSS support group focuses on not […]
Caregivers are a much underserved population truly doing ‘Gods work’. This group supports caregivers of those living with Stage 3 or Stage 4 cancer of any type, as well as […]
Veterans Healthcare Navigation addresses veterans' disabilities and the VA system, covering topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits. Open to all: • Health Conditions (Cancer, Chronic Illness, Rare Disease, etc) • Branches of Military • Care-partners, Family, and Friends Non-US Veterans are welcome too Meets on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 8 pm ET / 5pm PT […]
Veterans Healthcare Navigation addresses veterans' disabilities and the VA system, covering topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits. Open to all: • Health Conditions (Cancer, Chronic Illness, Rare Disease, etc) • Branches of Military • Care-partners, Family, and Friends Non-US Veterans are welcome too Meets on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 8 pm ET / 5pm PT […]
Our European AnCan audience who find it tough to attend meetings in the wee small hours of the night have requested a meeting at a more time friendly hour. Unlike our other […]
Active Surveillance Prostate Cancer Virtual Support Group Active Surveillance (AS) for low-risk prostate cancer presents its own challenges that are very different from other treatment protocols. This virtual group is for men and caregivers on or considering AS to treat their condition. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. Click here for detailed information. […]
Welcome to Women Speaking Freely! In our vibrant, all-women virtual support group, we discuss a myriad of topics, while steering clear of treatment specifics. We're here to chat about things that matter to you - relationships, family, emotions, and beyond!
The group is open to all conditions. We don’t discuss medicine, protocols and treatments – rather all the other issues you have to deal with living with your condition.
Welcome to AnCan’s regularly scheduled guided art class! These free sessions are open to everyone and thoughtfully designed with our chronic illness and cancer community in mind. Each class features a pre-planned, step-by-step art lesson led by one of AnCan’s instructors. No prior art experience is required. Participants are encouraged to work at their own […]
This group is for all men diagnosed with low or intermediate risk disease at whatever stage of treatment. We often discuss the greatest quandary faced by newly diagnosed men …. […]
The AnCan MS Support Group is a peer-led virtual twice-monthly support group for people living with Multiple Sclerosis. Our platform offers live interactive audio and optional video chat that you can join online or by phone. The group is for men and women living with the challenges that come with any form of MS.
This group is for men with complex disease either at diagnosis, or whose disease has recurred with or without evidence of metastasis. With men who have experienced the gamut of treatments, […]
Open to all genders: Ready to connect with fellow veterans in a space where you can truly be yourself? Our group offers a straightforward, no-nonsense environment where you can speak openly without reservation. Forget the raised eyebrows, the judgment, or any guilt. This is a comfortable and safe space built by veterans, for veterans, where […]
Active Surveillance Prostate Cancer Virtual Support Group Active Surveillance (AS) for low-risk prostate cancer presents its own challenges that are very different from other treatment protocols. This virtual group is for men and caregivers on or considering AS to treat their condition. New participants are given priority to discuss their situation. Click here for detailed information. […]
This group provides a chance for individuals under 45 (or around that age) with MS to share common experiences and concerns, provide and receive emotional support, and get information on […]
Our moderators are patients and caregivers who intimately understand the struggles associated with Pancreatic Cancer. We aspire to come together to give strength, bring encouragement, and provide support to patients and […]
Veterans Healthcare Navigation addresses veterans' disabilities and the VA system, covering topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits. Open to all: • Health Conditions (Cancer, Chronic Illness, Rare Disease, etc) • Branches of Military • Care-partners, Family, and Friends Non-US Veterans are welcome too Meets on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 8 pm ET / 5pm PT […]
Caregivers are a much underserved population truly doing ‘Gods work’. This group supports caregivers of those living with Stage 3 or Stage 4 cancer of any type, as well as those recently bereaved. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at 8 pm EST/EDT (US) Moderators: Susan Lahaie, Pat Washburn, and Rick Davis.