Resources
Find the support you need
We have a large base of support to help anyone going through the treatment process. See below for information and contacts.
Amgen First Step Program
The Amgen FIRST STEP Program helps commercially insured patients pay for their out of pocket prescription costs, including deductible, co-insurance, and co-payment. For Neulasta®, Neulasta® Onpro®, NEUPOGEN®, Nplate®, XGEVA®, Vectibix®, IMLYGIC®, and BLINCYTO®: no out-of-pocket cost for first dose or cycle; $5 out-of-pocket cost for subsequent dose or cycle; maximum benefit of $10,000 per patient per calendar year.
Cancer Medication Management
Medication is a critical aspect of cancer treatment and recovery. Medications given by your care team work best when given at the proper doses and times. This guide will help patients and caregivers successfully manage the storage, dosage, and other circumstances related to cancer medication.
Educational Materials
Help make a difference in the fight against testicular cancer by ordering educational and awareness products to disburse among your family, friends and community.
FINANCIAL AID
We understand the financial stress you may be experiencing during this difficult time. If you are in need of financial assistance, we have many valuable resources listed on our page for you to review.
Online Support
Become a Volunteer or reach out to one of our peer-to-peer support members through our Facebook page.
Spanish Testicular Cancer Resources
Help make a difference in the fight against testicular cancer by ordering educational materials, awareness products and setting up a fundraiser via Facebook. Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation has many resources in both English and Spanish.
Monthly Self-Exams
Self-examination of the testes on a monthly basis is important for early detection of testicular cancer. Since TC is usually isolated to a single testicle, comparison of your testicle with the other can be helpful.
Sperm Banking
If you are about to start treatment for testicular cancer, we encourage you to look into sperm banking before undergoing radiation or chemotherapy, as both these treatments have a high likelihood of destroying your fertility. The best way to maximize your chances of conceiving genetic children in the future is to bank sperm prior to treatment.
TC Survivorship Guide
Our team of medical experts have created a comprehensive guide for testicular cancer patients and survivors. Our Testicular Cancer Survivorship Guide includes valuable information to assist from the time of diagnoses including long-term survivorship plans.
TC Conferences
We focus on bringing an international group of TC survivors and their loved ones together to address the physical and emotional toll of being diagnosed and treated for a cancer at a young age. We discuss life with and after cancer, and lifestyle changes that can help the healing process. We invite a panel of medical experts to provide pertinent information for patients currently fighting and resources for long-term survivorship. TCAF provides attendees with information and resources to advocate within their community about the importance of early detection.
tc experts
We offer a comprehensive list of known experts in the treatment of testicular cancer. It is well-advised to have your physician consult with an expert to ensure you receive the best treatments.
Testicular Implant
Having lost one or both of your testicles isn’t an easy topic to discuss, but it can be a reality for many. Regardless of age, this loss can have an impact on your self-esteem, relationships and even the lifestyle you desire to have.
Consider the Torosa® Saline-Filled Testicular Prosthesis, the only FDA-approved testicular prosthesis on the market.
Hearing Loss Prevention
Cisplatin is a widely used, highly effective anticancer drug. However, one of the side effects is ototoxicity or hearing loss which can have a profound impact on quality of life. TCAF has partnered with Fennec Pharmaceuticals - a biotechnology company dedicated to work in the Neuro-ototoxicity space for patients with solid tumors who are treated with cisplatin to reduce the risk of hearing loss.
Toolkit for Finances After Cancer
Triage Cancer has created a toolkit that is designed to help cancer survivors, patients, and caregivers understand the impact cancer treatment can have on your financial situation. This tool is meant to help empower and guide you to the information you need.
The Lost Ball Backpack Program based out of Northeast Ohio is designed to provide support for TC patients. They send survivors a care package to help them manage their treatment care path. The package includes items like lotions, anti-nausea remedies, hydration aids, notebooks and items to help pass the time during treatment.