BWMC Offers Prostate Cancer Support Group

GLEN BURNIE, MD - Baltimore Washington Medical Center and the American Cancer Society are teaming-up to offer "Man-to-Man," a monthly education and support group for men and their significant others to learn about the topics related to prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment and management. The program is offered from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in the Tate Center Conference Room located on the first floor. Upcoming dates for 2009 include: October 12, November 9 and December 14.

Directed by Urologist Ed Zagula, M.D., the program provides a comfortable and confidential setting among peers to openly discuss and share common experiences and problems related to prostate cancer. Specialists in various fields related to prostate cancer will share information on medical topics and quality of life issues through interactive presentations and materials. The program is free and light refreshments will be provided. Reservations are not requested. For more information, contact Courtnee Tate at Baltimore Washington Medical Center at 410-553-8103 or the American Cancer Society at 410-421-4304.

Baltimore Washington Medical Center is located at 301 Hospital Drive. For a free calendar of events or more information about free screenings and programs at Baltimore Washington Medical Center, call the medical center's Marketing and Communications Department at 410-787-4367.