St. Louis Town Hall Aims to Close Prostate Cancer Disparity Gap

St. Louis Town Hall: Closing the Prostate Cancer Equity Gap, Tuesday, August 26th at 5:30pm.

ST. LOUIS, Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- St. Louis Town Hall to Spotlight Prostate Cancer Disparities and Spark Conversation

August 26th Event to Feature Local Experts, Survivors, and Community Leaders

The Prostate Conditions Education Council (PCEC) will host a free community Town Hall on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the University of Health Science & Pharmacy to confront the critical issue of prostate cancer disparities and highlight the importance of early detection, particularly for high-risk groups in the St. Louis area. Registration encouraged Registration encouraged, click here to learn more.

Black men are nearly twice as likely to die from prostate cancer compared to other populations. This event brings together leading physicians, prostate cancer survivors, and community leaders to raise awareness, share personal stories, and discuss actionable solutions to close the gap in prostate cancer outcomes.

"Bringing the community together like this is powerful," said Mellve Shadid, a local prostate cancer survivor and advocate. "We need open conversations, access to information, and support especially for Black men who are at greater risk. Early detection is the best protection." 

Featured Panelists Include:

• Dr. Arnold Bullock, Professor of Urologic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine
• Dr. Hiram Gay, Professor of Radiation Oncology, Siteman Cancer Center
• Local prostate cancer survivors and advocates

The Town Hall will offer attendees the opportunity to hear from those on the frontlines of care and survivorship, ask questions, and leave empowered with information that can save lives.

"Education and early detection are the strongest tools we have to fight prostate cancer," said Cara Clements, with the Prostate Conditions Education Council. "We're proud to partner with the St. Louis community to ensure every man regardless of race or background has access to lifesaving knowledge and care."

This event is made possible with generous support from Bayer.

EVENT DETAILS:

WHAT: St. Louis Prostate Cancer Town Hall
WHEN: Tuesday, August 26, 2025 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
WHERE: University of Health Science & Pharmacy, ARB 2nd Floor Lobby | 1 Pharmacy Place, St. Louis, MO 63110
DETAILS: Free and open to the public. Light refreshments and validated parking provided.
Media Welcome | Interview Opportunities Available

LEARN MORE:  https://qrco.de/bg9zcK

Media Contact: Cara Clements, Director of Patient Engagement & Development, 501-441-0550, [email protected]

Prostate Conditions Education Council (PCEC) was founded in 1989 and is a non-profit 501-3c organization. A national organization committed to men's health, PCEC is the nation's leading resource for information on prostate health. PCEC is dedicated to saving lives through awareness and education of men, the women in their lives, and the medical community about prostate cancer prevalence, the importance of early detection, available treatment options, and other men's health issues.

Media Contact: Cara Clements
Prostate Conditions Education Council (PCEC)
[email protected] | (501) 441-0550

SOURCE Prostate Conditions Education Council