Stay in the Game
Program Overview
Together, we can tackle prostate cancer and create healthier communities.
Take the Pledge Today!The Stay in the Game Prostate Cancer Initiative is dedicated to reducing the impact of prostate cancer on men in Virginia. By partnering with community organizations, to raise awareness and increasing screening services, this program aims to reduce the overall burden of prostate cancer in the community.
Together, we can tackle prostate cancer and create healthier communities.
Take the Pledge Today!Expert Insight: Why you should pledge
Hear from Tracy Downs, MD, FACS, about why prostate cancer screening is crucial for men’s health and the importance of the Stay in the Game Initiative.
Our community is stronger together. Join the team as we fight prostate cancer in Virginia. By taking the Stay in the Game Pledge, you’re stepping up to:
- Advocate for awareness and education.
- Promote early detection and equitable screening access.
When you pledge, you’ll gain access to:
- Free educational tools and resources.
- Event support to help spread awareness.
- Support from a network of community champions.
Fundamentals: Understanding Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is when cells in the prostate gland can start to grow out of control. Understanding the risks, symptoms, and ways to prevent it is key to protecting your health. Early detection through screening can save lives, so talk to your doctor about a screening plan for you. Kirsten Greene, MD, explains what prostate cancer is.
Steering Committee Members
| Sheila Boling Sisters Conquering Cancer Charlottesville Steering Committee | Maurice Ferrell Vance Street Missionary Baptist Church Danville Steering Committee | Xavier Jackson Chapman Grove Baptist Church Charlottesville Steering Committee |
| Ed Brooks B.F. Yancey School Community Center Charlottesville Steering Committee | Vilma Ferrell Vance Street Missionary Baptist Church Danville Steering Committee | Randy Jones, Phd, MSN UVA Cancer Center Charlottesville Steering Committee |
| Hashim Davis UVA Health Charlottesville Steering Committee | David Ferguson Danville Police Department Danville Steering Committee | Yolanda Pool Vance Street Missionary Baptist Church Danville Steering Committee |
| Tracy Downs, MD, FACS Office of African-American Affairs Charlottesville Steering Committee | Greg Hairston Piedmont Panhellenic Council Danville Steering Committee | John Thompson Black Professional Network of Charlottesville Charlottesville Steering Committee |
| Alvin Edwards Mt. Zion First African American Church Charlottesville Steering Committee | Ivy Hinton Sisters Conquering Cancer Charlottesville Steering Committee |
Resources
Click here to view and download the Stay in the Game Toolkit for key strategies, resources, and materials to promote prostate cancer awareness in your community.
Sources
- American Cancer Society. American Cancer Society Recommendations for Prostate Cancer Early Detection. 2023.
- American Cancer Society. Survival Rates for Prostate Cancer. 2023.
- American Cancer Society. Can Prostate Cancer Be Found Early? 2023.
- American Cancer Society. Screening Tests for Prostate Cancer. 2023
- American Cancer Society. Cancer Facts & Figures for African American/Black People 2022-2024. 2022.
- American Cancer Society. Key Statistics for Prostate Cancer. 2024 Desai, Nehlesh K., et al. “Oncology Clinician Perspectives on Prostate Cancer Screening and Treatment: A Mixed-Methods Study.” Cancer, vol. 128, no. 23, 2022, pp. 4124-4133, https://doi.org/10.1002/cncr.34433.