Men's Health week June 12-16th donations doubled with Zero Prostate Cancer


 This week is Men's health week. As we approach two weeks from departure on this year long mission to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer and schizophrenia, how appropriate that we have a week to focus on Men's health leading up to Father's Day.  Some say it is actually "men's health month!"  The idea is to encourage men in your life to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease.  Working to prevent disease means getting your PSA checked with a simple blood test, and having the doctor screen for signs of prostate cancer.  The doctor may also recommend a digital exam.

This last week Scott and I spoke at both the Park Rapids Rotary Club and Itascatur Outdoor Group, and were excited to see so many men sign the banner and pledge to get their PSA's checked. We also thank both groups for generously supporting the mission.  Next week Scott is talking to the Tour of Minnesota bike group and another group of friends in Park Rapids! 

Speaking of which this upcoming week donations are not just matched by our own generous donor, but Zero prostate cancer has also a donor matching dollar for dollar for the week!  What a fabulous opportunity this week to maximize the value of your donation by donating between June 12th-16th.  It's as simple as going to the website www.milesformoney.org and clicking donate. 

Men - take inventory on your health this week, and women remind your men to take care of themselves.  As Dr Kwon of Mayo stated in an earlier blog, too many men do not speak up and talk about their health or ill health.   Let's get that to change and start now!  Follow us on www.milesformoney.org and share this blog.  Thank you! 

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