The Testicular Cancer Society (TSC) was a lifeline for me during my cancer journey. I heard about TSC on a podcast as I was trying to learn more about testicular cancer after I was diagnosed in April 2024. I then reached out to TSC if they could help me navigate my treatment journey. Mike from TSC responded to my email promptly was was by my side the whole time. I could always reach out to Mike with any question and I always receive an informed answer. In addition to explaining things to me, Mike was a constant source of support and motivation during my 3 month chemotherapy journey. I am so grateful to the amazing work Mike and TSC are doing.
Been a part of TCS for over 10 years. It's all about heart and there is nobody with a bigger heart than Mike. What he does for others is what is missing in the healthcare space, the soft side of having an SME to work through the complex web of a diagnosis and action.
The Testicular Caner Society impressively combines awareness, education, and support to combat prevalent cancers in men. Their commitment to fostering a culture of self-examination for early detection is truly admirable!
This nonprofit is out there providing awareness to help with early identification and intervention for testicular cancer, a topic not often discussed with males. They’re doing great work!
Amazing organization with caring people who will listen to your experiences and problems. This organization has definitely changed my life.
I have attended two of the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation's Conferences, and both were life-changing for me. As a testicular cancer survivor, it is so rare to find an organization that can pull together the premier experts on the disease and patients and survivors from all over together. I learned so much and feel like I have found a community who gets what I've been through, continues to advance diagnostics and treatment, and supports each other like a family.
The Testicular Cancer Society helps answer your personal questions, not just give you information to read.
This organization has done a lot to raise awareness about testicular cancer and has helped many emotionally deal with the transition. Thank you for what you do!
The Testicular Cancer Society is a beacon of hope and support for individuals facing the challenges of TC. It’s evident this nonprofit goes above and beyond through raising awareness, providing education, and offering support.
TCS and Mike do a great job of helping patients diagnosed with and survivors of testicular cancer. He really goes above and beyond to help answer questions and put patients in charge of their own care!
Hello my name is Heather. I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer at age 28 recently and just had a baby last year as well. This has been such a hard time for me and my infant daughter.
I am incredibly grateful for the support and information provided by the Testicular Cancer Society. When I was diagnosed with testicular cancer, I turned to them for information, and they delivered beyond my expectations. The wealth of information they provided helped me understand my diagnosis, treatment options, and what to expect during my journey.
The Testicular Cancer Society's resources were comprehensive, easy to understand, and provided me with the knowledge I needed to make informed decisions about my health. Their website was a valuable source of information.
I am now cancer-free, and I credit the Testicular Cancer Society for being an essential part of my journey. I highly recommend them to anyone facing a testicular cancer diagnosis. Thank you, Testicular Cancer Society, for the invaluable support you provide to patients like me!
This group is very active in keeping testicular cancer awareness active since this is a treatable cancer if detected early. They are also very good at reaching out to individuals diagnosed with testicular cancer and providing them support and any additional help needed.
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This group does a great job of continually getting the word out about early detection and gets involved with individuals that need help navigating the complicated medical bureaucracy.
My son was diagnosed with testicular cancer at 13 yrs old. This organization found us! They are also very responsive and answer our questions! I highly recommend them!
Being a testicular cancer survivor, I have found Mike and The Testicular Cancer Society to be supportive in so many ways. They have been here with me through the long haul. It’s always great to have a great support system. The Testicular Cancer Society and the members are awesome!
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Hello -
20 years ago I was diagnosed with testicular cancer. I was 30 years old, newly married, a new house and a brand new career. How can this happen? Why me? What about the family that my wife and I wanted to start? Why now? I did not have time in my schedule to fight this battle with everything new in my life. How long will it last? How is this going to end?
Over his lifetime, a man’s risk of testicular cancer is roughly 1 in 250 (0.4%). It is the most common cancer in males between the ages of 20 to 39. The good news, testicular cancer has one of the highest cures rates of all cancers. The bad news, between 7,500 and 8,000 diagnoses of testicular cancer are made each year in the United States. It’s time to find a cure to prevent other young men from enduring the same thing that I had to.
After my first surgery to remove my left testicle, it was determined that I had an aggressive type of cancer. Crap, what does that mean? That means a second surgery. It was decided to go in and remove my abdominal and pelvic lymph nodes to determine if the cancer had spread. It did not. Over the next year, every month, I went in for blood tests and chest x-rays. In the second year, it was every three months for blood tests and chest x-rays. All looked good. For the following three years, I went for a yearly blood test and chest x-ray. Still negative! My doctor made the prognosis that I was cancer free. I could not have made it through this dark period of my life without my amazing family, super friends and outstanding doctors. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your love, concern and support!
My story had a happy ending but what about those that doesn’t? It was time for me to get off the sidelines, step up and help make a difference. Not only am I doing this for myself and all those young men out there, I am doing this for all of us that have been affected by this disease.
The Testicular Cancer Society is an organization that raises awareness of a type of cancer that many are afraid or embarrassed to talk about. The Testicular Cancer Society helps educate people about the disease and provides support for those that have been diagnosed, that are survivors and that are caregivers. I am honored to be part of such organization.
Thank you,
Jeff Miller
I’ve only recently discovered this group and already have found exactly the information I was looking for in reference to my 16 year old son who was diagnosed with TC and treated last year. I only wish I’d found them sooner. My son’s urologist referred me. That’s a great endorsement.
Lifesaver! Got diagnosed with testicular cancer. Reached out to Testicular Cancer Society, emailed info about my case, got GREAT info and advice and doctor names which helped me choose treatments and navigate a scary time. Also have met many other survivors through this group. Forever grateful!
Great resource for testicular cancer patients. Helps provide information on a cancer that is not widely talked about.
I met mike craycraft at cancercon along time ago and we’re good friends and brothers and his website has lots of in site and inspirational Things you can read a learn. He’s really pushing himself over them limit and enjoys saving people’s lives that are affected by this horrible disease and I have heard him talk about his non profit and it’s doing extremely well and if you all get a chance to read a learn from his non profit please do and help others...
When my son was diagnosed with testicular cancer I was at a loss with this particular cancer. I found your page to be very informational and helpful. I highly respect your knowledge and I completely appreciate the humor that you used to get your message across.
Mike is so knowledgeable about testicular cancer and it has been such a pleasure to partner with him to raise awareness for this ball busting disease with our MANSCAPED audience. We are absolutely thrilled to be working with the Testicular Cancer Society on such an important initiative for men. It goes perfectly with our young male audience and is such an important life saving message.
I have been fortunate in my story but if it were not for this and other web pages then I might be in a giggling academy. I have over the past few years found several lumps on each of my testes. 1 time was a cyst. 1 time was a pea sized hard lump that was a cyst gone hard and 1 time was a pea sized lump that turned out to be benign. each time I have had surgury and each time is just as scary as the last. I am dreading the day that it is the big C. but with pages like this that men can help each other just makes it that little bit more bearable
I lost my brother to testicular cancer and began raising funds for this organization after learning about them. Their founder, a survivor, was very friendly and informative when I would speak with him about their organization and what they do for testicular cancer patients and their families.
Testicular cancer society is one of the greatest nonprofits there is. There outpouring support during my trial with chemotherapy was beyond amazing!
This team was crucial to helping me understand and navigate my diagnosis, treatment, and subsequent recovery.
I contacted this nonprofit many years ago asking if there was any way that I could help. I received so much support and guidance throughout my relationship with TCS. I know that I didn’t reinvent the wheel but with the help of TCS, I was able to educate and make many young men in my area aware of this disease and the important monthly self exam.
I knew nothing about this non-profit until my son was diagnosed with TC. We came across TCAF about the same time and we signed up for the Conference that was in Denver. What a great experience. My husband, my son, daughter-in-law and myself attended. We learned so much. There are a lot of great staff and board member ms that were so knowledgeable.
My son, 17, was diagnosed Sept 2018 with 3c non seminomas with widespread metastasis. We were so scared and had no knowledge of this horrible disease, or what came next. I found the group online, immediately realized the importance of this foundation and the research and education they provide for families like ours!! Its been a blessing!!
I knew nothing about testicular cancer until a family member was diagnosed. I found this organization to be very helpful and full of information. Thank you for all you do!
Mike is a passionate and knowledgeable leader . I found TCS after my diagnosis and treatment, but having spent some time with Mike, I’ve seen first hand the impact his charity has made. His enthusiasm has helped me in many ways and inspired me to spread the word about TC. There are many men alive today and families more at peace because of TCS and the man behind this non-profit.
I know first hand how difficult it has been for this charity to be functional.
Many of the bigger cancer charities receive donations and support because of their exposure in the media and nation wide events held. Getting professional help for the patients requires a lot of resources and co-ordination, no matter their locations.
We have started a non-profit organization as well called Schwetty, Inc. Our organization is also involved in the fight against Testicular Cancer. TCS has been very helpful in assisting us with our organization.
Incredible leadership advocating for men with testicular cancer. A great resource and support system.
TCS provides great education and support to those with TC and their families.
it also is helpful for care providers and educators.
TCS walked me through a variety of scenarios on my journey. Never once asking a thing from me but always giving, and Mike Craycraft always made me feel like my situation was his #1 priority!
Thank you
Brad Palmer
When my son was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2009, this organization has helped me understand many of the treatments he went through. Plus it helped me understand how to talk to an adult son about something that was potentially awkward.
This non profit is literally life changing and Mike is so passionate about helping those afflicted by this terrible disease.
not knowing who to turn to when I was first diagnosed with seminoma I was searching for people who could relate to what I was going through. the good people at Testicular Cancer Society and their wealth of resources helped me immensely. I was able to educate myself and my family because of all the great info Testicular Cancer Society has.
My son is a testicular cancer survivor! We are so glad to have organizations such as this one to help with this disease. I support this organization so much that my Amazon Prime sales have a percentage donated to them. I am glad we don't have to travel this journey alone.
TCS isan invaluable dource if information gor patients and their families.
By getting all the people together discussing the effects of these illness, the allow information to spread and also bring calm to prople who is hoingbthrough a terrible time.
Their help is invaluable
Back on March I de ided that whatever was going kn deserved a medical opinion.
From there in a roller coaster of emotions. From diagnostic to surgery to chemo, wo many questions many without a clear answer.
Thankfully the Testicular Cancer Sociaty help me navigate the worst part. There is so much information in its forums that i was able to educate myself and not got crazier than I was at the time
First place I ever went for facts I knew I could trust for my own work with testicular cancer awareness. Mike is a tireless advocate and does SO much for the testicular cancer community. ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ for sure!
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I have learned a lot of important information regarding Testicular cancer and the need to make sure that you have your children check themselves and speak up about it.
I'm facinated how well connected the Testicular Cancer Society (TCS) is worldwide(!!) if it comes to connecting patients/survivors with medical institutions /charities!
I'm based in Cape Town, South Africa and a number of survivors here found me/my charity via the TCS. Thanks for connecting fellow survivors to build a stronger supportive network - worldwide!
Thanks to the founders constant follow-up as soon as someone contacts him. Much appreciated!
(I'm the founder of "Love your Nuts" - a testicular cancer foundation in South Africa)
My son, who lost has battle with TC was greatly supported by this organization. I have been given great advise and support as his care giver.
Mike's resources were a huge help to our family and ranged from testicular cancer treatments to the radiation impact from CT scans.
In all my years, I have never found a non profit like Testicular Cancer Society that was so helpful in a very respectful way. I will continue to support them and encourage others. I hope soon the world will be aware of testicular cancer and donate so that soon TC will have a 100% cure rate.
It is so true. Our son had stage 2 testicular cancer. After chemo still showed something on one side lymph nodes. His urologist method was to take out all lymph nodes. We asked his onocologist about a 2nd opinion. Our sons file was sent to Dr Larry Einhorn at Indiana Univerity. Opinion was only a partial was needed. His urologist wouldnt do partial so we traveled to Indiana for partial lymph node. Twelve years, son is cancer free.
Sad part is local urologist said he would not treat our son anymore if he went to IN.
This is a young man's cancer. I hits men oftentimes in the prime of their life. This non-profit renders resources for information and can feel apart of a society that can not only help them but others as well. Educating others and promoting active participation is key to self examination and early treatment for good outcomes. I would have never know about the ball checker app. Young individuals are so connected with their social media applications. The Testicular Cancer Society understands that and conforms to their lifestyle.
When my youngest son Greg was diagnosed with testicular cancer at the age of 30, I was mentally and physically overwhelmed despite being a member of the medical world for my entire life. I was unprepared for the turmoil and sadness and felt driven to find just the right word to describe how I was feeling. After a long period of time, I decided that ANGUISH clearly defined for me how I was feeling.
Will be more than happy to talk to anyone facing a similar experience. Testicular Cancer Society helped me tremendously through the experience and also helped my son and his wife through their experience.
Claire K. Connelly
This a fantastic find for someone just diagnosed! I believe that everyone with TC shield find this resource.
My husband passed away unexpectedly at the age of 29 from testicular cancer. I can go on and on about the "What-if's", but that would do us no good anymore. I cannot change what happened to my husband, but I can try to prevent it from happening to other families. This charity is helping to spread awareness to other fathers, son's, and husbands to help them so that they don't have to fight this battle alone. I wish I had found this nonprofit sooner, so that my husband could have had a little more support in the short time he battled this disease.
TCS is awesome. For many years I've felt so alone as a bilateral testicular cancer survivor and as soon as I reached out to TCS for some help they contacted me right away. I've been in touch with two amazing guys who understand me. Now I know I'm not alone anymore. I get excited when I see an email or message on my device from TCS!! Only if I had reached out to this awesome society a long time ago!!!
TC Society is by far the best around!! Helping those who really need it each and every time they are called on. Please consider reaching out to the amazing people of TC Society if you know anyone affected by TC.
Mike from TCS reached out to our family after coming across our online fundraiser. He was super insightful, offering a ton of guidance through a terrifying and confusing period. I've never had such a wonderful experience with an organization that actually cares on an individual level! TCS is really amazing - thank you, Mike!
The TCS helped me through one of the most overwhelming times of my life. Mr. Mike Craycraft answered all my questions regardless of the time of day or night. If he was awake, he would reply. The website was highly beneficial with the links and survivor stories.
Forever grateful.
I can speak first hand about Mike C and the supportive community of the TCS. In short, I'm a TC Survivor, and Mike was one of the first people I connected with to help me get through my process. Aside from offering advice, supportive information, and resources - he offered friendship. He went above and beyond the call of duty. - BJ L
2013 I found I had testicular cancer, I was scared and alone (I'm a expat living in Indiana), Mike and The Testicular Cancer Society has been an invaluable form of support and information during these times. To illustrate how great there support has been, during a period before my chemo the oncologist office called me and made a ridiculous demand. After seeking TCS advice, I was informed I would be treated and it was to start the next week. They didn't have to step up for me but they did. A great foundation for people afflicted with this horrible disease.
When going through cancer, these guys were awesome help. Informing me on all that could happen and the steps along the way.
This non profit has been great in building awareness for a lesser-known, but still devastating disease in Testicular Cancer. This disease impacts young men ranging 18-38 in age and guys in that demographic normally don't like to talk about health issues. The founder, Mike has been wonderful every since I have met him.
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Testicular Cancer Society has been extremely helpful in given me the information I needed to proceed with this awful disease and the support I needed to move forward with life.
While Battling thru Testicular Cancer, and now being 5 months Cancer Free. You have alot of time to do alot of reading about Testicular. I came across the Testicular Cancer Society on Facebook and immediately followed them. Have since joined Twitter and follow their as well. I immediately had members reach out and ask about my My Story! This is a great Organization. Talking and Learning, Listening to others who have gone thru the same thing I have helped Tremendously while going thru and even after beating Cancer. Thank You #HankStrong #Testicular Cancer Society
As I walked through my testicular cancer and life afterwards the Testicular Cancer Society has been a great resource for education and community. They have provided my encouragement and resources to better educate my those around me.
I was recently diagnosed with testicular cancer (02/15) and this agency has provided me with tons of insightful information including immediate responses to my emails. I hope to survive and grow with them to help others.
The Testicular Cancer Society is a great resource that provides support and education for survivors and caregivers. Their outreach is amazing and the personal response I received helped me deal with my own diagnosis better than I could have imagined.
I am writing a paper for a class and the topic I picked was testicular cancer. I wanted to know more about it and how I can help. The website gives you lot of information in a fun way. They also have a great app that is very easy to use and every male should have it on there phone.
The Testicular Cancer Society does so many great things. They help bring awareness about testicular cancer. They help with access to care and with the quality of care. All of these things and much more that they do are very important in the successful treatment of testicular cancer. Thanks for all you do!!!
Such a wonderful organization! My communication with the survivor/founder has been so warm and welcoming. I am proud to be part of the team!
When I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer in October 2013 I was completely blindsided. The Testicular Cancer Society was a great resource that helped me understand what to expect and what to look for. They also gave me the confidence to take on my treatments head on.
I connected with TC Society over Twitter and immediately felt like they were able to help me on the road to recovery. I was diagnosed in October 2014 and wanted to be able to connect with other survivors to share my story and educate others about Testicular Cancer. TC Society really tries to connect with survivors and offer help in anyway and you really feel like they want to make a difference in the Testicular Cancer field.
On July 15, 2015 I will be a 10 year testicular cancer survivor. Even though this society was not around then, I was able to find out information to help me to better understand what to do and how to help others understand this type of cancer. I recommend everyone to donate/volunteer to this foundation to help keep everyone informed about this type of cancer.
My huband was diagnosed with Testicular cancer this year and they have been so helpful throughout the process
When I was diagnosed with testicular cancer the Testicular Cancer Society contacted me personally to let me know that if I ever needed anything just to let them know. Throughout the whole process they were there to give support and encouragement. They are one of the best!
When my husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer the doctors were very skeptical at helping him because our jobs don't offer insurance. Everything became about researching on the internet to find our answers and Mike from TCS and the TCS website were so helpful and informative! Mike has encouraged us and answered questions for us all along the way and at the worst time of our lives. He and TCS are absolutely the best testicular cancer website out there! We contacted others and never heard back, so so so thankful for Mike and TCS! Now, we volunteer at different events to give back what we were given. Thanks Mike!
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My husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer in January. Our lives were turned upside down. We didn't have insurance and the doctors were refusing to see my husband because we had no insurance. We couldn't even find out the pathology of his cancer until the doctors office approved our visit. We contacted the Testicular Cancer Society and Mike Craycraft emailed us personally and offered so much information, was a voice of reason in midst of the storm because he had walked the same road, and was so personable, caring, and empathetic through it all. Mike even offered to contact the doctors to advocate for us for care. I emailed the pathology report and Mike was so helpful to explain so many things that when we finally did meet with the doctor we felt informed, armed with pertinent questions, and able to take charge of my husband's health in a positive manner. TCS and Mike are a life line in the midst of a difficult storm. Praising God for both!
My son is a healthy, athletic 28 y/o who just beat testicular cancer with early detection, surgery and effective chemo. Thank God for groups like Testicular Cancer Society to bring awareness to young men. It was heart wrenching to see my son and so many others fighting the battle.
They do an amazing job of bringing a sensitive and extremely important subject to the forefront to help save lives of men of all ages.
I want everyone to know that since I was diagnosed with testicular cancer it was my worst fears the thought of having cancer was so scary I never knew it would be me but it happened and now I have met the Testicular Cancer Foundation. I met them through web search them and about 4 others. I emailed them all asking for info and just advise. Right away I was responded by this foundation and with so much compassion and such warm hearted talks , it has gotten me through some of the worst days ive ever had. Everyday they talk to me asking me how I feel, giving me great advice, and even an ear now and then. I sit here crying as I write this because when iwas diagnosed I really thought I would be alone through the whole process but I am not I have the foundation. They are truely the best and recommend it to even people that dont have cancer because they are there to help every life.
I have recently gotten in touch with this non profit and to have the personal help they have offered and cocern they show was well above my expectations . Great great job. I was recently diagnosed with T.C. and to gain support from the tc society really has helped me with mental and physical problems ive come into . This society deserves so much recognition.
The TCS is an amazing organization that meets the needs of men how are fighting or have survived TC. They provide a platform for information, a space for public discussion, and ultimately a community for men who may feel isolated or who are seeking to become more involved in the effort to spread the word about TC.
I am a survivor that has come to feel much more comfortable talking about what happened to me due to the support of this non-profit. They are giving a voice to us and we could not be more happy about it.
I personally have not been diagnosed with testicular cancer, but that does not mean that it shouldn't be recognized. I knew that the Testicular Cancer Society was a small society, and not a lot of people talk about the cancer itself, so I wanted to try and make a difference.
Last year I started a charity walk for testicular cancer, and without help from the society, it would have never been able to happen. That was the first walk for testicular cancer that I have ever known of and hopefully it won't be the last. It is a great organization that connects one on one with anybody who needs help, advice, or guidance.
It is definitely one of a kind.
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Last February I looked into doing a charity walk of some sort, but I didn't know what to do it for.
There were already so many walks done for breast cancer, and ahlzeimers. However I thought that nobody does anything for testicular cancer. I looked up the Testicular Cancer Society and sent in a form to be contacted about doing a walk. The next day I was called back by the President of the society himself. We talked for a while and that was the day I started organizing The First Annual Twin Cities Walk for Testicular Cancer. Having never organized a walk before, the Testicular Cancer Society was crucial in helping me every which way that I needed to complete my goal. And on October 26th 2013, The First Annual Twin Cities Walk for Testicular Cancer happened. It was a great event and a life changing experience in which I learned more than I could have ever imagined.
The Testicular Cancer Society has helped me reach my goal, and went above and beyond the call of duty to do so. Thanks to them, my dream was able to happen.
I know and have been friends with Mike Craycraft, founder of the Testicular Cancer Society, for almost 30 years and know as a TC Survivor he's passionately striving to raise awareness of and help eliminate male deaths from TC in Ohio, the US and around the world. He's committed to this cause and brings a wealth of knowledge to his organization and those he interacts with. Such an amazing man!
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TCS has done a excellent job of raising awareness and being in the community. It is clear that this is a very personal mission and that TCS jumps in and gets involved with people who are struggling with testicular cancer and need guidance and support.
I am the mother of a 30yr old son who is dying of a recurrence of Testicular Cancer. My son was first diagnosed at 19 and had over 8 years of being cancer free until his Cancer returned. I find that the Testicular Cancer Society is a great resource for patients and caregivers. People need to know that while there have been great strides made, Testicular Cancer is still taking the lives of men. I especially am grateful for the information that you offer and frequently go to your site to see what new information you have.
As I pondered my diagnosis of testicular cancer in June 2013 I had a lot of questions. This was the first site I went to for further information. That 'OMG why me' feeling went to 'hey it might not be that bad after all.' Thank you for that.
Once I was diagnosed, this group reached out and called me at home. Great support and information. Met many great people and survivors. Helped me get back on track and get me back to a good frame of mind. Met many great guys that have helped me through some tough times. Encouraged me to reach out in my home state to others.
I am a testicle cancer fighter. And this organization has helped me greatly in so many ways. They've helped me to know what questions to ask at doctor visits. To understand the information I've been given from the medical staff. Helped me get testosterone replacement therapy. Such a great tool for cancer patients.
Not to mention having a group of guys to lean on during chemo, and RPLND recovery. To know I'm not alone and others are on the very same path as I am. A great brotherhood to be surrounded by in what could otherwise be such a time of seclusion, inadequacy, fear, and desperation. I'm blessed to have had their support and in turn given me an outlet in my wish to be of some help to others in the same situation.
Plus a great resource to most importantly help spread awareness to young men to do self checks. It's a wish of mine to help this organization get access to the NFL. What better way to reach men aged 17-40 to be more aware of testicle cancer and to get to their doctor as soon as something starts to happen to their body than with the far reaching fan base of the NFL. We all know of the NFL's support of Breast Cancer Awareness. Wouldn't it be a perfect match for the Testicle Cancer Society and NFL to reach BOTH OF THEIR TARGET AUDIENCE?
This organization is a god send. The support & comraderie given to any and all who are in need is amazing. I am honored to have been a part of volunteerism!
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I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer in June of 2013. Needless to say I was terrified. The first website I visited for information was their well written and useful "Just Diagnosed Now What" page: http://www.testicularcancersociety.org/just_diagnosed_now_what.html
Testicular Cancer is rare but serious. Many people don't consider the symptoms as serious until it's too late. They do an excellent job of helping to get the word out in a non-intimidating way. With LiveStrong getting bad press for the Lance Armstrong steroid fiasco it's important to support groups like this.
The info this group provides by raising awareness saves lives. I'm happy I found them during a scary and dark time.
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We are a small group based in Birmingham, Alabama. We have been working for the past year to raise awareness of the same disease. With expert guidance and leadership from Testicular Cancer Society we are bringing awareness to the young men of our area of this disease. Mike Craycraft is not only a survivor but someone that is dedicated to helping others with their journey to defeat cancer.
My nephew was recently diagnosed with Testicular Cancer that has spread - he just went through his first round of chemo that ended with him in the hospital.
We love all this organization does!
My husband was diagnosed with testicular cancer on 8/8/13 after he was kicked by a friend as a joke and it felt weird. On 8/13/13 he had surgery that removed the left testicle and tumor. On 8/30/13 we found out it spread to the lymph nodes behind the abdomen and he started advanced 9 weeks of chemo on 9/9/13. Since chemo, he has spent 1 week in a hospital because his white cell count dropped to 1. He also lost all of his hair and most of his muscle(which is what i think bothers him the most).
I came on this website looking for help and advice for my husband and for me, as a caregiver. This website has helped us understand so much about this disease and we are actually having our 14yr old son do self exams as a precaution.
I am a two-time, testicular cancer survivor. Mike and the Testicular Cancer Society are doing great work to support men effected by this disease and making us feel proud to be men. thank you!
Testicular Cancer Society (TCS), year after year, continues to provided essential services of educational outreach and individual support to the young adult men and those newly diagnosed in the Midwest and beyond. They are a leading voice in the awareness campaign, raising knowledge of testicular cancer through community events and activities that are designed to get people talking testicular health.
Being a relatively rare cancer (but one on the rise), TCS serves a very important role in making men aware of the signs and symptoms of TC, and promoting early detection through awareness and monthly self exam. They are a trusted and reliable source of support for many, many young men in the Midwest and all around the Nation.
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TCS works by participating in testicular cancer awareness raising events throughout the U.S.A. and even in Europe. They are creative in their approach to raising awareness using methods that often benefit multiple charities like while simultaneously meeting their objective of educating young men about this their number one occurring cancer with events like Guinness World Record attempts at collecting the most sporting "balls" for youth charity. They regularly participate in national youth cancer awareness advocacy seminars and conferences, and have spread their message that early detection through monthly self exam and awareness of testicular cancer symptoms saves lives. TCS is a great non-profit that makes a difference in young men's lives.
This fine group of individuals have helped my cousin and her son live through their horrific bout with Testicular Cancer. It is with the help of these volunteers and staff members that not only did they give advise and support to the cancer victim, but they were also standing by the family as well.
I first met Mike at a testicular cancer awareness event in London in 2009. I was immediately impressed by his charisma and passion for the cause. As a fellow testicular cancer survivor he helped me come to terms with what I had been through, even though I was diagnosed in 2000, and he helped me feel better about myself. He also inspired me to help raise awareness of this disease. What Mike is doing in the Testicular Cancer Society is providing much needed support to lads going through this disease and saving lives by raising awareness of testicular cancer.
Great group, very supportive . The organizer shares very important cancer information with people dealing with testicular cancer.
The Testicular Cancer Society has helped me loads. They are there to talk to you through the testicular cancer battle and to put your mind at ease and to help with any concerns or just simply to chat about the weather. It really helps that the founder is a TC survivor himself and when he says "I know how you feel", I know he means it. I would recommned this society to anyone gong through testicular cancer....it's so nice to know there is someone out there to talk to.
Testicular cancer is not a headline grabber and there are very few resources for the newly diagnosed. The Testicular Cancer Society is there for those newly diagnosed and a leader in promoting awareness.
Testicular cancer society is a wonderful charity. As a testicular cancer survivor I know first hand the struggles and fear that comes with this diagnosis. The testicular cancer Society made itself available, alleviated my fears and I have since developed a great support system and friends. There are many testicular cancer charities out there, but this 1 is the most inclusive, does not exclude, does not promote a personal person or agenda and is run with integrity.
I met Testicular Cancer Society's founder, Mike Craycraft online many years ago after my son had succumbed to testicular cancer and while I was just starting to take my own steps toward creating awareness about testicular cancer. Mike helped me not only with my own efforts but in a personal respect as well by sharing his experiences with me in comparison to my son's struggle with the disease. When the book I wrote about my son's experience with testicular cancer was ready for publication, Mike was happy to endorse the book, and I had his endorsement printed on the back cover with an extended version on the inside pages of the book. I was honored by Mike's compassion and insight toward my book and my son's story. Mike is a caring and giving person who understands testicular cancer treatment and therapies by his own experience and by his profession as a pharmacist, and these qualities are evident in the way he has structured the Testicular Cancer Society and its operation. I have seen his organization grow stronger each year by Mike's resolve to make a marked difference in the lives of others who are faced with the challenges of testicular cancer. When I meet someone who has been diagnosed with cancer, I often suggest they visit Testicular Cancer Society's website.
My very good friend went through the scarey experience of diagnosis of testicular cancer. Anything that can help others through awareness, screening, diagnosis and treatment of this disease is well worth it! I'm so happy he is one of the lucky ones who found it early and is still cancer free!
My husband is a testicular cancer survivor and this organization has been nothing but helpful and supportive in helping him get the public aware and knowledgeable about this type of cancer that most people, my husband included before being diagnosed, know little about and rarely hear of. Great job!
I am a testicular cancer survivor. When I received my diagnosis, I knew very little about testicular cancer. When the Testicular Cancer Society found out about my diagnosis, they were there immediately with information that helped me gain understanding of the ins-and-outs of treatment and what to expect. I was also given support that helped me realize that the fight was worth it, and victory could be secured. Testicular Cancer does not receive enough awareness nationwide. Young men need to know what to look for and what to expect. The Testicular Cancer Society is a champion of this effort.
I have seen its founding member present important and needed information related to CT scans. This information and other endeavours that promote awareness about testicular cancer are needed. This nonprofit fills a void in the field of young adult cancer advocacy and awareness. The information that it presents is not only needed for the general population (in terms of prevention) but for the cancer survivor population as well.
This nonprofits society work really hard. they help men come to an understanding with cancer in a serious but relaxing way . They have traveled as far as England to take part in awareness and support.
They help many recently dianosed patients with answers to their questions when it is most needed, and provide a guiding light in their most troubled time.
My son died from Testicular Cancer at 37. The Testicular Cancer Society raises awareness of this disease and tells all men to self exam.
I wrote to Mike letting him know we were having a Golf Tournament in memory of a friend who passed away due to complications from testicular cancer, simply asking for some pamphlets to be made avaialable to our attendees. Mike sent those pamphlets, along with beer koozies and self exam cards to every participant! He also advertised the tournament on his website. Mike went above and beyond what we asked for and we can't wait to continue working with him and the Testicular Cancer Society!