Going with the first doctor is a bit like purchasing the first car a person takes for a test drive, Gogs writes. He shares why […]
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This article was written by Gogs Gagnon in memory of his sister, Joanne. Gogs opens up about the impact of losing his sister to ovarian […]
“Like a faithful companion, always eager to please, my erections never let me down. That all changed after my prostatectomy,” Gogs writes. Before my prostate […]
“My natural reaction was to play the tough guy and pretend everything was okay.” Gogs shares how he learned to open up after his prostate […]
“I had exerted myself too hard without even realizing it.” Gogs shares how he learned to ease back into exercise after prostate cancer treatment. In […]
“Gogs assumed he was in the clear when a biopsy didn’t indicate prostate cancer. He found out later that a tumour about the size of […]
“When in shock, it’s not a good idea to make decisions. Especially life-altering decisions.” Gogs shares why it’s important to know all the facts before […]
“The DRE gives a whole new meaning to the term, ‘the doctor is in.’” Gogs shares what a digital rectal exam was like, and what […]
I’m proud to announce that Prostate Cancer Foundation BC has included my prostate cancer memoir in their Reef Knot Kit! Each kit contains information about […]
The PSA test is like a check engine light, Gogs says: “It doesn’t necessarily mean anything is seriously wrong. It’s just time to see the […]
When it comes to health, Gogs reminds men not to “ignore anything out of the ordinary. No matter how trivial it may seem.” In this […]
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve taken on an advocacy role as a content contributor for Health Union. Health Union manages online communities that educate, support […]