
Nick Colionne at the Coltrane Jazz and Blues Festival
..:: Source: The Pair Tree Foundation ::..
07 Saturday Nov 2009
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Nick Colionne at the Coltrane Jazz and Blues Festival
..:: Source: The Pair Tree Foundation ::..
16 Friday Oct 2009
Posted Health
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Synthia St. James, Circle of Promise
Just recently, I viewed a documentary on TVOne titled Breast Cancer Examined: An African American Perspective. The late actor and model Richard Roundtree talked extensively from the heart about his perspective about having Breast Cancer. This documentary is a must see for all who have or know someone that has Breast Cancer and how it effects the lives of people. Roundtree also appeared on the Tavis Smiley Show on PBS to talk about his battle with Breast Cancer.
On a personal note: as of May ’09 I was diagnosed with “Prostate Cancer.” Yes, I know in theory it’s not the same. However, as Roundtree stated when we hear the word “Cancer” you begin to see things quite differently. As of October 7, 2009 my cancerous prostate was removed and I’m now Cancer Free. All Glory be to God!! My surgeon, Dr. C. Lee Jackson M.D. extracted my prostate by using the Robotic Prostatectomy which incorporates the da VinciĀ® Surgical Robot procedure. I’m very thankful for Dr. Jackson and for being guided to choose him for this life changing treatment. Gentlemen, if you will, please cast your pride aside and get your “Prostate” examined yearly as a course of preventive action. Guys, it’s better to be proactive about health related problems and take action now! Thanks for your time, Rob Young!