Zero Prostate Cancer

Patient support - zero has multiple patient and caregiver support programs. Zero360 is a free, comprehensive helpline staffed by case managers who help patients and their families navigate insurance, find resources to help pay for treatment and living expenses, connect with emotional support services, and ensure access to care. Zero also offers several peer-support options, including a support group network of over 160 nationwide peer-led virtual and in-person groups offering emotional support, resources, and education to empower those impacted by prostate cancer to make informed decisions on testing, treatment, and management of side effects. Zero's mentor program offers one-to-one peer support where trained volunteer mentors provide support and insights based on their experiences. For those who prefer online communities, zero connect (via facebook) and our inspire online support community allow patients, survivors, and their loved ones to share stories, ask questions, and connect.

Advocacy - zero engages in government relations and advocacy efforts to advance policies that improve the lives of prostate cancer patients and their loved ones, as well as those at risk for prostate cancer. Zero's advocacy efforts include policy development, direct lobbying, and grassroots advocacy at the federal and state levels to improve prostate cancer awareness, increase access to prostate cancer screening, early detection, and appropriate care, and encourage investment in research to discover new treatments and diagnostic tools. Zero's grassroots program includes the zero prostate cancer advocacy summit, which brings the prostate cancer community to capitol hill to share their stories and educate lawmakers about the need for policy change.

Research - while zero does not directly engage in or conduct research, zero provides grants to local nonprofit organizations that support prostate cancer-specific efforts and programs. Recipients of these grants may use the funds for prostate cancer early detection, education, health equity, or research purposes.health equity - zero works to eliminate racial disparities by making a tangible difference in the lives of men at highest risk of prostate cancer through greater access to high-quality healthcare and life-saving resources, support in navigating the care process, and improved prostate cancer outcomes.