Gabe Canales
@gabecanales.bsky.social
Prostate cancer at 35. Get checked! Men’s health advocacy (lifestyle & chronic disease, cancer, mental health), TEDx speaker, writer, author
Hormone therapy can save lives in prostate cancer, but fatigue, strength loss, and mood changes are real challenges.
Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Hormone therapy can save lives in prostate cancer, but fatigue, strength loss, and mood changes are real challenges.
Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Clinical insight from urologist Dr. Brian Grady: with wider legalization, he’s seeing that heavy THC use can suppress male fertility, and reminds us that smoking of any kind harms erectile function.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
November 16, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Clinical insight from urologist Dr. Brian Grady: with wider legalization, he’s seeing that heavy THC use can suppress male fertility, and reminds us that smoking of any kind harms erectile function.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
What do PARP inhibitors do in advanced prostate cancer? Dr. Kristen Scarpato explains how they target cancer cells with DNA repair defects and which men benefit most. Ask your care team whether genetic testing or PARP therapy fits your diagnosis.
November 16, 2025 at 3:41 PM
What do PARP inhibitors do in advanced prostate cancer? Dr. Kristen Scarpato explains how they target cancer cells with DNA repair defects and which men benefit most. Ask your care team whether genetic testing or PARP therapy fits your diagnosis.
Some men on prostate cancer Active Surveillance wonder how much they can trust MRI results—and when a biopsy is still needed.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
November 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Some men on prostate cancer Active Surveillance wonder how much they can trust MRI results—and when a biopsy is still needed.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
Many low-risk men never need treatment, & Active Surveillance has the lowest ED & urinary side effects. For men who do need treatment, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains how ED risk differs between surgery, radiation, & focal therapy.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
November 11, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Many low-risk men never need treatment, & Active Surveillance has the lowest ED & urinary side effects. For men who do need treatment, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains how ED risk differs between surgery, radiation, & focal therapy.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Some prostate cancers require treatment. Others can be safely monitored with fewer side effects. In this Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. Kristen Scarpato, Urologic Oncologist at Vanderbilt, explains how doctors weigh risk. Ask your doctor about your risk group.
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Some prostate cancers require treatment. Others can be safely monitored with fewer side effects. In this Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. Kristen Scarpato, Urologic Oncologist at Vanderbilt, explains how doctors weigh risk. Ask your doctor about your risk group.
Focal therapy focuses treatment on the cancerous area of the prostate and may reduce side effects for some men. Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains who it may help. If you’ve been diagnosed, ask your urologist whether this option fits your case.
November 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Focal therapy focuses treatment on the cancerous area of the prostate and may reduce side effects for some men. Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains who it may help. If you’ve been diagnosed, ask your urologist whether this option fits your case.
Genetic testing plays a powerful role in prostate cancer care.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
November 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Genetic testing plays a powerful role in prostate cancer care.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
Men with prostate cancer on active surveillance need to stay active. As Mark Lichty of Active Surveillance Patients International says, be your own case manager—ask questions, seek second opinions, and take charge of your care.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
October 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Men with prostate cancer on active surveillance need to stay active. As Mark Lichty of Active Surveillance Patients International says, be your own case manager—ask questions, seek second opinions, and take charge of your care.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
Awareness shouldn’t end in September.
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
October 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Awareness shouldn’t end in September.
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
With active surveillance for prostate cancer, you have to be active — PSA tests + lifestyle.
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
With active surveillance for prostate cancer, you have to be active — PSA tests + lifestyle.
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
Peyronie’s Disease can cause curvature, discomfort, and changes to the pen!s that affect confidence and relationships —but there is hope.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
October 23, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Peyronie’s Disease can cause curvature, discomfort, and changes to the pen!s that affect confidence and relationships —but there is hope.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Peyronie’s Disease can impact confidence, comfort, and relationships.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
October 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Peyronie’s Disease can impact confidence, comfort, and relationships.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Peyronie’s Disease — Curvature, Indentation or Pain in the Early Stage.
It may start as discomfort or a change in the pen!s, not just curvature.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Drs. Santamaria & Grady (Sutter Health).
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
It may start as discomfort or a change in the pen!s, not just curvature.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Drs. Santamaria & Grady (Sutter Health).
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
October 21, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Peyronie’s Disease — Curvature, Indentation or Pain in the Early Stage.
It may start as discomfort or a change in the pen!s, not just curvature.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Drs. Santamaria & Grady (Sutter Health).
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
It may start as discomfort or a change in the pen!s, not just curvature.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Drs. Santamaria & Grady (Sutter Health).
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Peyronie’s Disease — Changes in Penile Shape.
It can cause curvature or indentation of the penis. You’re not alone—and it’s treatable.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Al Santamaria MD & Brian Grady MD, urologists at Sutter Health.
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
It can cause curvature or indentation of the penis. You’re not alone—and it’s treatable.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Al Santamaria MD & Brian Grady MD, urologists at Sutter Health.
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
October 20, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Peyronie’s Disease — Changes in Penile Shape.
It can cause curvature or indentation of the penis. You’re not alone—and it’s treatable.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Al Santamaria MD & Brian Grady MD, urologists at Sutter Health.
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
It can cause curvature or indentation of the penis. You’re not alone—and it’s treatable.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast with Al Santamaria MD & Brian Grady MD, urologists at Sutter Health.
No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Even small changes — slower flow, waking at night, needing to “go” twice — can signal something worth checking.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil, MD, FACS, Urologist & Director of Avant Concierge Urology:
Be proactive. See your urologist early. Stay strong.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil, MD, FACS, Urologist & Director of Avant Concierge Urology:
Be proactive. See your urologist early. Stay strong.
October 18, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Even small changes — slower flow, waking at night, needing to “go” twice — can signal something worth checking.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil, MD, FACS, Urologist & Director of Avant Concierge Urology:
Be proactive. See your urologist early. Stay strong.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil, MD, FACS, Urologist & Director of Avant Concierge Urology:
Be proactive. See your urologist early. Stay strong.
After a #prostatecancer diagnosis, choices pile up. In this clip, Tim Showalter, MD, MPH (radiation oncologist; CMO, ArteraAI) explains the ArteraAI Prostate Test: AI on your digitized biopsy slide. No new procedure; results may be 24–36 hours. Ask your doctor if it fits your case.
October 17, 2025 at 3:23 PM
After a #prostatecancer diagnosis, choices pile up. In this clip, Tim Showalter, MD, MPH (radiation oncologist; CMO, ArteraAI) explains the ArteraAI Prostate Test: AI on your digitized biopsy slide. No new procedure; results may be 24–36 hours. Ask your doctor if it fits your case.
Many men finish #prostatecancer treatment and think they should just be grateful the cancer is gone. But recovery doesn’t end when treatment does. Lingering side effects, intimacy, and confidence are all part of healing. It’s okay to speak up, even when you think you “should” be fine. (Dr. J. Kuan)
October 15, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Many men finish #prostatecancer treatment and think they should just be grateful the cancer is gone. But recovery doesn’t end when treatment does. Lingering side effects, intimacy, and confidence are all part of healing. It’s okay to speak up, even when you think you “should” be fine. (Dr. J. Kuan)
From “tough it out” to “get checked!”
As we mark #HispanicHeritageMonth, celebrating our culture also means protecting our health. In many families, pride & tradition run deep, but those same strengths can keep us from seeing the doctor. Early screenings & small lifestyle changes can save lives. 1/2
As we mark #HispanicHeritageMonth, celebrating our culture also means protecting our health. In many families, pride & tradition run deep, but those same strengths can keep us from seeing the doctor. Early screenings & small lifestyle changes can save lives. 1/2
October 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM
From “tough it out” to “get checked!”
As we mark #HispanicHeritageMonth, celebrating our culture also means protecting our health. In many families, pride & tradition run deep, but those same strengths can keep us from seeing the doctor. Early screenings & small lifestyle changes can save lives. 1/2
As we mark #HispanicHeritageMonth, celebrating our culture also means protecting our health. In many families, pride & tradition run deep, but those same strengths can keep us from seeing the doctor. Early screenings & small lifestyle changes can save lives. 1/2
After #ProstateCancer: Implants, Slings & AUS
-This excerpt explains how prosthetic options can restore erections, improve urinary control, and help men feel like themselves again. If you’re struggling after treatment, you’re not alone. Talk to a urologist you trust and discuss what fits your goals.
-This excerpt explains how prosthetic options can restore erections, improve urinary control, and help men feel like themselves again. If you’re struggling after treatment, you’re not alone. Talk to a urologist you trust and discuss what fits your goals.
October 11, 2025 at 6:11 PM
After #ProstateCancer: Implants, Slings & AUS
-This excerpt explains how prosthetic options can restore erections, improve urinary control, and help men feel like themselves again. If you’re struggling after treatment, you’re not alone. Talk to a urologist you trust and discuss what fits your goals.
-This excerpt explains how prosthetic options can restore erections, improve urinary control, and help men feel like themselves again. If you’re struggling after treatment, you’re not alone. Talk to a urologist you trust and discuss what fits your goals.
For men navigating #prostatecancer treatment: Asking your urologist about #nutrition and #lifestyle isn’t just okay — it’s important.
In this clip, urologists Drs Grady & Santamaria from Sutter Health, share how to start that conversation and what good follow-up care looks like after treatment.
In this clip, urologists Drs Grady & Santamaria from Sutter Health, share how to start that conversation and what good follow-up care looks like after treatment.
October 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
For men navigating #prostatecancer treatment: Asking your urologist about #nutrition and #lifestyle isn’t just okay — it’s important.
In this clip, urologists Drs Grady & Santamaria from Sutter Health, share how to start that conversation and what good follow-up care looks like after treatment.
In this clip, urologists Drs Grady & Santamaria from Sutter Health, share how to start that conversation and what good follow-up care looks like after treatment.
After Prostate Cancer: Implants, Slings & AUS
Featuring Brian Grady, MD, and Al Santamaria, MD — urologists with Sutter Health. [Excerpt] Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast.
Featuring Brian Grady, MD, and Al Santamaria, MD — urologists with Sutter Health. [Excerpt] Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast.
October 8, 2025 at 4:50 PM
After Prostate Cancer: Implants, Slings & AUS
Featuring Brian Grady, MD, and Al Santamaria, MD — urologists with Sutter Health. [Excerpt] Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast.
Featuring Brian Grady, MD, and Al Santamaria, MD — urologists with Sutter Health. [Excerpt] Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast.
Intimacy matters. After prostate cancer treatment, plans can change. That’s okay. From pills and injections to devices and implants, talk with your urologist about the full toolbox to restore function and confidence.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Intimacy matters. After prostate cancer treatment, plans can change. That’s okay. From pills and injections to devices and implants, talk with your urologist about the full toolbox to restore function and confidence.
-> Learn more from Dr. Kuan: Check out his newsletter at SexAfterRetirement.com
-> Learn more from Dr. Kuan: Check out his newsletter at SexAfterRetirement.com
Men: Catch Problems Early. Protect Quality of Life.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil explains that the goal in your 30s–40s is wellness and keeping your body and mind whole, not waiting until symptoms force aggressive treatment. We need to shift to early detection and early wellness. #MensHealth
Dr. Sijo Parekattil explains that the goal in your 30s–40s is wellness and keeping your body and mind whole, not waiting until symptoms force aggressive treatment. We need to shift to early detection and early wellness. #MensHealth
October 3, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Men: Catch Problems Early. Protect Quality of Life.
Dr. Sijo Parekattil explains that the goal in your 30s–40s is wellness and keeping your body and mind whole, not waiting until symptoms force aggressive treatment. We need to shift to early detection and early wellness. #MensHealth
Dr. Sijo Parekattil explains that the goal in your 30s–40s is wellness and keeping your body and mind whole, not waiting until symptoms force aggressive treatment. We need to shift to early detection and early wellness. #MensHealth
Good news: Early prostate cancer is highly treatable.
Reality: Early usually has no symptoms.
Don’t wait to feel something—ask your doctor about PSA and your personal risk. If you’re Black or have a father/brother with prostate cancer, ask whether to start earlier.
#GetChecked
Reality: Early usually has no symptoms.
Don’t wait to feel something—ask your doctor about PSA and your personal risk. If you’re Black or have a father/brother with prostate cancer, ask whether to start earlier.
#GetChecked
September 30, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Good news: Early prostate cancer is highly treatable.
Reality: Early usually has no symptoms.
Don’t wait to feel something—ask your doctor about PSA and your personal risk. If you’re Black or have a father/brother with prostate cancer, ask whether to start earlier.
#GetChecked
Reality: Early usually has no symptoms.
Don’t wait to feel something—ask your doctor about PSA and your personal risk. If you’re Black or have a father/brother with prostate cancer, ask whether to start earlier.
#GetChecked