Academic Education PROGRAM

 

Our Academic Education Program aims to empower academic and health professionals, such as teachers, coaches, doctors and nurses with the knowledge and tools to educate their students and patients about the importance of early detection of testicular cancer. Monthly self-examinations can be crucial for early diagnosis and successful treatment.

Key Points for Educators:

  1. Understanding Testicular Cancer

    • Testicular cancer primarily affects young men aged 15-44 but can strike at any age.

    • Early detection is key.

    • Every hour a male is diagnosed.

    • Every day a life is lost.

  2. Importance of Early Detection

    • Early detection significantly increases treatment success.

    • Monthly self-exams are a simple yet effective method for early detection.

  3. How to Perform a Self-Exam

    • Cup - Cup one testicle at a time using both hands. Best performed during or after a warm shower.

    • Examine - Roll the testicle between the thumb and fingers using slight pressure.

    • Get Familiar - Familiarize yourself with the spermatic cord and epididymis. The tube-like structures connected on the back side of each testicle.

    • Feel For Changes - Check for lumps, changes in size, or irregularities. It’s normal for one testicle to be slightly larger.

  4. Educating Students:

    • Create a comfortable and open environment to discuss testicular health.

    • Provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to perform self-exams.

      • TCAF provides a PowerPoint presentation to use with your students.

    • Use visual aids or demonstrations to enhance understanding.

  5. Encourage Regular Practice:

    • Remind students to perform self-exams monthly.

    • Encourage them to report any abnormalities to a parent and/or healthcare provider promptly.

  6. Resources and Support:

    • Provide access to brochures, videos, and reputable websites (such as testescancer.org) for further information.

    • Offer support and answer any questions students might have.

By integrating this information into your curriculum or coaching sessions, you can play a vital role in promoting awareness and early detection of testicular cancer among your students. If you would like us to send you our PowerPoint Presentation, please email us at info@testescancer.org