Prostate Health Matters Foundation

Prostate Health Matters Foundation Helping men take control of their prostate health before cancer takes control of them.

Through community outreach, education, advocacy, awareness, and action, we empower men and families to make informed decisions and prioritize early PSA detection.

08/31/2026

We often talk about resilience as something you discover after life knocks you down, but what if you could start building it before you ever need it?

For Derrick, health resilience means being intentional about how you care for yourself both physically and mentally. So when an unexpected diagnosis, health scare, or major life change comes, you’re better prepared to face it.

You can’t predict every health challenge ahead of you. But you can decide how you’re going to show up for yourself today.
Resilience isn’t just about recovering. It’s about preparing.

Find more information at ProstateHealthMatters.org

One mission. 5,000 men.We’ve been working on something and on September 5, we’re asking you to be part of it.For the men...
08/28/2026

One mission. 5,000 men.
We’ve been working on something and on September 5, we’re asking you to be part of it.

For the men you love. For the men who need to hear this. For the men we haven’t reached yet.
It starts 09.05.26.

Stay close. This is just the beginning.

08/25/2026

A prostate cancer diagnosis can feel like a gut punch.
The fear is real. "Am I going to survive this? What happens next? What will my life look like?"

Derrick Butts, the found of Prostate Health Matters, knows those questions because he’s been on the other side of that diagnosis himself. But there’s something he wants other men to know: a diagnosis is not the end of your story.

There are treatment options and doctors who can help you navigate them. There is life on the other side. But the thing that matters the most is taking action.

Know your PSA. Ask questions. Understand your diagnosis. Get a second opinion if you need one. Learn your options and work with your medical team to determine the right path for you.

You’re allowed to be scared, just don’t let fear keep you from moving forward.

08/23/2026

“I had no symptoms.”
That’s one of the most important parts of Derrick’s prostate cancer story.

He didn’t feel sick. His body wasn’t sending him obvious warning signs. But because prostate cancer ran in his family, he had been tracking his PSA for 15 years before his diagnosis.
So when something changed, he had a history to compare it to and he was prepared to take action.

That’s the message we want more men to hear, don’t use how you feel as your only measure of how healthy you are.

Know your family history. Make the appointment. Know your PSA.
And learn more at ProstateHealthMatters.org.

“It’s a very personal problem that men don’t want to share, and sometimes don’t want to deal with.”-Joe TorreAnd that se...
08/21/2026

“It’s a very personal problem that men don’t want to share, and sometimes don’t want to deal with.”
-Joe Torre

And that second part matters.
You don’t have to tell everyone about your health. But avoiding the conversation altogether doesn’t protect you.

For many men, fear of what they might find out becomes a reason to put off the appointment, the questions, or the screening. But prostate cancer doesn’t become less real because you’d rather not think about it.

You don’t have to talk about it with everyone, but you do need to talk about it with someone.
Start with your doctor. Know your family history. Ask about your PSA. Understand your individual risk.

Learn more at ProstateHealthMatters.org.

08/18/2026

Getting a second opinion doesn’t mean you don’t trust your doctor. It means you’re taking an active role in your own health.

A diagnosis, especially a cancer diagnosis, can come with a lot of information, a lot of decisions, and sometimes, a lot of uncertainty. If you don’t fully understand your diagnosis, aren’t comfortable with the treatment being recommended, or simply want another perspective, *you have every right to ask for one.*

Another doctor may confirm exactly what you’ve already been told. Or they may help you better understand your options, potential side effects, and what each path could mean for your future. Either way, you walk away with more information to make a decision you feel confident about.

Ask questions. Get clarity. Advocate for yourself.
It’s your health. You’re allowed to get a second opinion.

Men will do just about anything to avoid going to the doctor.Google it. Ask a friend. Ignore it. Convince yourself it’s ...
08/17/2026

Men will do just about anything to avoid going to the doctor.
Google it. Ask a friend. Ignore it. Convince yourself it’s nothing. Wait a few months. Google it again…

Or, and hear us out, you could just make the appointment.

When it comes to your health, “I feel fine” isn’t always the reassurance you think it is. Prostate cancer can develop without noticeable symptoms, which is why being proactive and talking to your doctor about PSA testing matters.

So if you’ve been putting off that checkup, **consider this your sign.**
Make the appointment. Ask the questions. Know your PSA.

08/15/2026

Sometimes it might feel easier not to know.

You feel fine. Nothing seems wrong. And getting tested means opening the door to an answer you might not want to hear.

But avoiding the screening doesn’t change what’s happening with your health. It only delays your opportunity to do something about it.

A PSA test is a simple blood test that can give you important information about your prostate health. And when prostate cancer is detected early, you may have more treatment options and a better chance of successful treatment.

Make the appointment. Ask about your PSA. Give yourself the power to know what’s going on with your health.

08/11/2026

There’s a big difference between knowing cancer is possible and hearing the words: “You have prostate cancer.”

Morris Hymes, who felt prepared for the possibility of the diagnosis, still had to face the realization that the question was no longer, “What if I have something?” It became, “I have something. What am I going to do about it?”

A cancer diagnosis can bring fear, uncertainty, and a thousand questions, but it also brings a moment when you have to decide what comes next. Ask questions to better understand your diagnosis. Learn your options and get a second opinion if you need one.
But most importantly, do not delay in getting your screening.
You may not get to choose the diagnosis, but you can take an active role in what happens next. And the earlier you know, the more options you have,

At Prostate Health Matters, we’re working to help men understand their prostate health before, during, and after diagnosis, because no man should have to navigate that journey without information and support.

Learn more at ProstateHealthMatters.org.

"Cancer isn't something you want to talk about, but it's something you can't avoid."— Arnold PalmerArnold Palmer underst...
08/07/2026

"Cancer isn't something you want to talk about, but it's something you can't avoid."
— Arnold Palmer

Arnold Palmer understood something that many of us struggle with: avoiding a difficult conversation doesn't make the risk disappear. That's why he encouraged something simple but powerful *get your annual physical.*
Routine checkups keep you informed and help you take control of your health before something becomes more serious.

If you're over 40, have a family history of prostate cancer, or simply haven't talked to your doctor about your prostate health, let your next annual physical be the time to start the conversation.

Ask about your PSA.
Know your numbers.
Take charge of your health.

Sometimes the most important step you can take is simply showing up for your annual checkup.

Learn more about prostate health and our mission at ProstateHealthMatters.org.

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