Grafton Prostate Cancer Support Group

11/06/2026

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Take the first step today.

09/06/2026

The Grafton Prostate Support Group meet today, Wednesday 10th June, at 11am, upstairs at South Grafton ExServices Club.

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Brian was diagnosed with prostate cancer after a PET scan and biopsy — but he wasn't alone in his circle. 🤨

"At the same time I was diagnosed, my best friend had his tests done, which resulted in him requiring radiation with seed implants. He had side effects that lasted for an extended period, and he still has a couple.” 😞

The experience opened his eyes to the level of support for men going through a diagnosis. 🧑‍⚕️

"I believe prostate cancer is not properly understood, along with the treatments. Support for men is limited. The mental side was hard for me even though I'm one of the lucky ones in capturing an early detection.”😰

Fortunately, Brian had someone in his corner. 🙌

"I was lucky to have a mentor — a previous boss — assist me with the mental side of dealing with my diagnosis. He belongs to a support group, which I often assist with fundraising.” 😌

"I'm recently divorced, so it's just me, with support from my daughter and friends.” 💙

Now, he's channelling that experience into action — on foot this Men’s Health Week. 👟

"My walk target is 200km. So far I've walked 172. This also assists with my other goal of losing weight as per my specialist's advice, so I've lost around 20kg, which has other benefits as well.” 🤩

"My fundraising target started at $500, then I raised it to $1,500. I've now raised $1,788 and still going.” 🤯

"My message is for men to drop the 'man image' and start looking after themselves. Go see a GP, have a discussion, get the appropriate tests. Talk to people, start the conversation, and if it gets too much, seek appropriate advice.” 💪

This Men's Health Week, Brian is walking to make sure no man has to figure it out alone. ❤️

You can too. Signup now at walkforhim.org.au 👊

05/06/2026

“Early detection can change everything.” 🙌

This Men’s Health Week, Jay is walking in memory of her dad, David, who passed away from prostate cancer in 2022, nine years after his diagnosis. 🥺

“I’m taking part in Walk for Him in memory of my dad, David, who passed away from prostate cancer in 2022. He was such a huge part of my life, and losing him has been the hardest thing I have ever had to go through. 💙

“He fought for nine years, which is something I am so proud of. 💪

“For me, this walk is a way to honour him, keep his memory alive, and raise awareness around prostate cancer and men’s health. 🥰

“If sharing our story encourages even one man to get checked or one family to have an important conversation earlier, then that is all I could hope for. 🙏

“My message to men is: please get checked. Please don’t put it off, and please don’t wait until something feels seriously wrong. Early detection can change everything. 💯

“And to families, I’d say: have the hard conversations, encourage the men you love to look after their health, and don’t underestimate how important awareness is.” 👏

Jay will be walking alongside her two best friends, Alex and Alicia, who supported her family throughout David’s diagnosis. 👟💙

Jay, your dad would be so proud of you. 🫶

Help carry David's memory with Jay every step of the way. 👊

Head to www.walkforhim.org.au and sign up today 💙

02/06/2026

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This is Craig and his young family 🥰

“I was diagnosed with prostate cancer last year, quite by accident. A trip to the GP about something totally unrelated led me to a blood test which identified elevated PSA levels, which led to a range of tests, which led to a cancer diagnosis. 😟

“I had no symptoms, felt healthier than I had in decades, and had a far better work-life balance than perhaps I’d had at any other time in my entire working life. 😯

“Diagnostic tools are misunderstood to be intrusive and uncomfortable, even though the reality is that a simple blood test is the first step. 💯

“So, while prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer in Australia, it might be one of the least discussed or understood. I hope I can make a difference to that. 🙏

“The PCFA has the noble ambition of zero deaths due to prostate cancer in Australia. I’d like to add an ambition of zero Australian men taking on this battle alone, and I hope my efforts can add to that in a small way. 💙

“As a prostate cancer survivor, I would like to help others have access to the kind of support that I had - through a truly turbulent time. 💪

“Let’s amp up the noise this Men’s Health Week around prostate cancer to encourage men to get tested regularly, and let’s be generous with our time and money to make sure more men are supported in their battles.” 📢

Thank you Craig for walking the walk and sharing your story. 👏

Get behind Walk for Him this Men's Health Week and help families just like Craig's. 👊

Head to www.walkforhim.org.au and sign up today 💙

28/05/2026

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“Don’t wait for symptoms. Get tested.” 💪

“I’ve always had annual checks because my father died from prostate cancer, but this diagnosis still came as a shock. I had no obvious symptoms, which is why my message to other men is simple: get tested. 💙

“I’m an avid cyclist and I felt fit and healthy, so being diagnosed with prostate cancer was the last thing I expected. 😟

“It’s a reminder that you don’t have to feel unwell to have something serious going on. 💯

“My PSA had been climbing steadily, but nothing unusual. Then in January this year, aged 64, my PSA jumped to 7.9. By February, it was 8.1, so it was straight to a urologist. 🩺

“The next step was a prostate biopsy, which gave me a Gleason score of 9, and a recent PET CT showed that the cancer was contained within the prostate. 🫤

“My urologist has told me to keep living as normally as possible, and that’s what I’m trying to do. Staying active is good for my mental health, and raising awareness gives me something positive to focus on. 💪

“I’m not sure what I’ll be able to do during Walk for Him this Men’s Health Week, as I may be recovering from surgery, but I still want to do what I can to raise awareness and funds for other men and families impacted by prostate cancer. 🙌

“If there’s one thing I want other men to take from my story, it’s this: don’t wait for symptoms. Get tested.” 🙏

Big thanks Ian for walking the talk and taking action for the men we love. 👏

Friends, get behind us for Men’s Health Week and help save lives. 👊

Simply go to www.walkforhim.org.au and sign up now 💙

26/05/2026

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Walk for men with prostate cancer.

23/05/2026

23/05/2026

Yoga for Prostate Cancer Sessions recommence every Monday, commencing 11am 25th May 2026 (tomorrow).
Tony and Louise return to lead us through our yoga moves.
Upstairs in room 4 (our usual meeting room) at South Grafton ExServices Club.
Its FREE. Bring a friend if you wish, and maybe stay on for lunch.

21/05/2026

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“My aim from the beginning was to kill the mongrel and get on with life." 💪

Len was diagnosed with Gleason 9 aggressive prostate cancer in 2022, after living with symptoms for some time. 😔

At 70, he was retired and facing an aggressive cancer diagnosis that would test him physically, emotionally, and mentally. 🥺

“Fortunately, it was contained within the prostate, so I opted for radiation therapy over 41 days and started ADT almost straight away. 😟

“The ADT left me fatigued and affected me emotionally and physically. I felt like half the man I used to be. 😔

“During radiation, I had urinary and bladder problems, which progressively got worse. 🥺

“Three months later, I became quite ill, with painful urination and bleeding from my bowel. 😟

“A colonoscopy found a huge, aggressive ulcer on my bowel and lots of bladder scarring from the intensity of the radiation. 😔

“My urologist suggested hyperbaric treatment, so I spent every day for another six weeks undergoing treatment. 😮‍💨

“It was 90 per cent successful, and after months of feeling quite ill, I finally started to get relief. 🙏

“I’m alive, enjoying life as it is now, and my PSA is undetectable. 💙

Len and his wife have since moved to a lifestyle village, where he swims, walks and connects with other men who understand what he has been through. 😊

“I catch up with a few men every two weeks, where we chat and talk about life in general. 🙂

“My wife and I also got ourselves a beautiful cavoodle puppy. She's almost human and likes to help us with therapy. 🐶😊

“I have the best support system in my wife and family, and lots to live for. 🥰

“Dying isn’t an option. 💪

“Don’t ever give up. Fight the fight. Life’s worth it.” 💙

Congratulations, Len, on your recovery, your strength and for sharing your story to help others. 👏

This Men's Health Week, Len is supporting other men and their families affected by prostate cancer by participating in Walk for Him. 💪

Sign up today, raise $50 by June 9, and get your free t-shirt! www.walkforhim.org.au 💙