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Understanding Prostate Cancer

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Course Summary

This course provides an overview of prostate cancer, including risk factors, screening, diagnosis, treatment options, and survivorship. Students will learn about the latest research on prostate cancer and explore the psychological and emotional impact of the disease.

Key Learning Points

Understand the risk factors and screening methods for prostate cancer
Explore the different treatment options available, including surgery, radiation therapy, and hormone therapy
Learn about the latest research and survivorship strategies for prostate cancer

Learning Outcomes

Understand the risk factors and screening methods for prostate cancer
Identify the different treatment options available and their potential side effects
Develop survivorship strategies and coping mechanisms

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of biology and anatomy
Comfortable with medical terminology

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online
Self-paced

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Description

Welcome to Understanding Prostate Cancer. My name is Ken Pienta, Professor of Urology and Oncology at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. I have been studying prostate cancer and treating patients with prostate cancer for over 25 years.

Over 1,000,000 men worldwide and 230,000 men in the United States are diagnosed with prostate cancer every year. Three hundred thousand men worldwide and 30,000 men in the US are dying from prostate cancer every year. As people live longer, the incidence of prostate cancer is rising worldwide and prostate cancer continues to be a major health problem. Thanks to years of dedication and commitment to research we’ve made enormous advances in the treatment of prostate cancer, But there is still a lot of work to be done. In this Understanding Prostate Cancer course, I will provide an introduction to the biology of prostate cancer as well as how it is identified and treated at various stages of the disease. I've put together this course in order to introduce you to the essentials of prostate cancer. By the time you finish this course you'll be able to  Define risk factors for prostate cancer  Understand current prostate cancer screening guidelines  Understand prostate cancer staging  Understand treatments for localized prostate cancer  Understand treatments for advanced prostate cancer  Understand treatments to alleviate the symptoms caused by prostate cancer This Understanding Prostate Cancer Course should be helpful to anyone who wants to develop a deeper understanding of prostate cancer biology and treatment. It should be useful to students who are interested in a deeper understanding of the science of cancer. It should also be helpful to health care providers, data managers, and educators who wish to develop a better understanding of prostate cancer and how it affects individuals. The course is not designed for patients seeking treatment guidance. For those of you who might be thinking about a career in cancer research or patient care, I hope this course will inspire you to pursue that path! The course is divided into five modules organized to facilitate learning. I'm glad that you decided to join this course. I hope that you will develop a basic understanding of prostate cancer. I hope that it will help you in whatever field you work. If you are a student, I hope that what you learn here will help you begin a career in cancer biology research and contribute to the worldwide effort to save lives.

Outline

Welcome to Understanding Prostate Cancer
Welcome to Understanding Prostate Cancer
Syllabus

Biology, Incidence, and Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer
Introduction to Biology, Incidence, and Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer
Biology, Incidence, Risk Factors, Screening
Prostate Cancer Risk Factors
Prostate Cancer Screening
Biology, Incidence, and Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer

How Prostate Cancer is Found, Diagnosed, and Staged
Introduction to How Prostate Cancer is Found, Diagnosed, and Staged
Finding Prostate Cancer: Grading and Staging
Staging for Prostate Cancer
How Prostate Cancer is Found, Diagnosed, and Staged Quiz

How Localized Prostate Cancer is Treated
Introduction to How Localized Prostate Cancer is Treated
Treatment of Localized Prostate Cancer
Side Effects of Treatment
Treatment of Very Low-Risk and Low-Risk Prostate Cancer
Treatment of Intermediate, High-Risk, Very High Risk Prostate Cancer
How Localized Prostate Cancer is Treated Quiz

Treatment of Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Introduction to How Advanced Prostate Cancer is Treated
Treatment of Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Second-line Hormone Therapy for Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Chemotherapy and Other Treatments for Metastatic Prostate Cancer
Clinical Trials
Treatment of Metastatic Prostate Cancer Quiz

Other Treatments to Support the Health of Prostate Cancer Patients
Introduction to Other Supportive Treatments That Help Improve Quality of Life
Other Treatments to Support the Health of Prostate Cancer Patients
Bone Health
Erectile Dysfunction (Impotence)
Treating Bone Pain
Congratulations on Completing the Course
Other Treatments to Support the Health of Prostate Cancer Patients Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover a comprehensive course on prostate cancer that covers everything from diagnosis to treatment options. Users have praised the course for its practical approach to the subject matter.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Many users found the practical approach to the subject matter to be a highlight of the course.

Pros from User Reviews

Well-structured and easy to follow
In-depth coverage of diagnosis and treatment options
Expert-led lectures and discussions
Great resources for further study
Engaging and informative

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course material to be too technical
The course may not be suitable for those without a medical background
Limited interaction with instructors and other students
No certificate or accreditation offered
Some users found the course to be too basic

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