From: Rachelle Miller [pcm@teleport.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 06, 2002 12:54 AM
To: phillip miller; Robert J Miller; Aileen Franz; Andy and Jackie
Miller; Steve and Barb Miller; Mike Miller
Subject: FYI from Peter

We've just spent a very interesting evening at a talk given by Bruce
Lowe, MD, a specialist in prostate cancer research.  Dr. Lowe spent most
of the evening discussing advances in treatment options, but made one
statement which caught our attention.  Statistically, 1 in 8 men will
have prostate cancer in his lifetime.  BUT, if you have one close male
relative with PC, your risk increases to 1 in 4.  AND if you have more
than one, ie father, PATERNAL UNCLE, paternal grandfather, or BROTHER
with PC, your risk is 1 IN 2!!!  Considering both Uncle Andy and Peter
have prostate cancer, PLEASE!!! make an appointment with a urologist.
Prostate cancer can strike at an early age, so be sure to mention your
family history to your doctor.  It is important to establish a baseline
PSA and to continue to monitor your prostate health.  As with most
cancers, the earlier a problem is detected, the better your prognosis.

With much love,

Peter and Rachelle