BELAFONTE LEADS CHORUS FOR PROSTATE-CANCER TESTING.Byline: Mariko Thompson Long known as the voice of calypso Calypso, in Greek mythology Calypso (kəlĭp`sō), nymph, daughter of Atlas, in Homer's Odyssey. She lived on the island of Ogygia and there entertained Odysseus for seven years. , Harry Belafonte Harold George Belafonte, Jr. (born March 1, 1927) is an American musician, actor and social activist. One of the most successful Jamaican musicians in history, he was dubbed the "King of Calypso" for popularizing the Caribbean musical style in the 1950s. is now lending his vocals to prostate cancer prostate cancer, cancer originating in the prostate gland. Prostate cancer is the leading malignancy in men in the United States and is second only to lung cancer as a cause of cancer death in men. awareness. The singer and actor recently served as a keynote speaker at the National Conference on Prostate Cancer in Burbank. Though it took three biopsies to discover the tumor, Belafonte, 76, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1995. He has been cancer-free for seven years. ``I am very awakened to the fact that we need to have more information,'' Belafonte said. ``The disease is not only pervasive among men past 50, but it's particularly high in African-American males.'' According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. the American Cancer Society American Cancer Society, n.pr established in 1913, this national volunteer-based health organization is committed to the elimination of cancer through prevention and treatment and to diminishing cancer suffering through advocacy, scholarship, research, , 30,200 American men died of prostate cancer in 2002. Only lung cancer lung cancer, cancer that originates in the tissues of the lungs. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States in both men and women. Like other cancers, lung cancer occurs after repeated insults to the genetic material of the cell. accounts for more cancer-related deaths in men. The American Cancer Society recommends that men begin screening for prostate cancer at age 50. Those at high risk, including men with a family history and African-Americans, are encouraged to begin testing at age 45. Belafonte said the pervasive macho culture of suffering in silence endangers men's health Men's Health Definition Men's health is concerned with identifying, preventing, and treating conditions that are most common or specific to men. . Men need to learn to discuss the disease and what's happening to their bodies without the fear of stigma, he said. ``That's why I love (Lance) Armstrong,'' Belafonte said. ``Here's a guy who could not be more achieving in the world of sports. He steps right out and speaks about it. Even the most popular and the most celebrated of us are vulnerable.'' For more information, visit the Prostate Cancer Research Institute at www.prostate-cancer.org. FAMILY FITNESS: Peggy Hughes outlines a plan that gets the whole family involved in good eating and exercise habits in ``30 Days to a Healthier Family'' (Deseret Books; $12.95). Each week, the plan introduces a new food to try, a TV-free activity and a healthy habit healthy habit Good habit, see there . The book includes suggestions on how to get your kids moving, how to read a food label, and what constitutes a serving. Each member of the family is asked to achieve a goal by the end of 30 days. But the true goal is to turn the week-by-week plan into a lifetime of healthy habits. PICK A CARD: Sometimes even a yoga routine needs a deep breath of fresh air. ``The Yoga Deck II'' (Chronicle Books; $14.95) contains 50 illustrated cards that can be used for a quick office break or an entire yoga session. The color-coded deck not only features yoga poses, but breathing exercises and meditations. Don't forget to use your ``Om'' card at the beginning or end of each session. The chant is used to dispel tension and create feelings of peace. HEARING HEALTH: Parent Links is reaching out to the Latino community with a new Spanish-language brochure providing resources for infants or toddlers with hearing loss. Parent Links, a statewide program, helps families of young children who are deaf or hard of hearing find health-care services, early-intervention programs and support groups. In the U.S., two to four babies out of every 1,000 births suffer from some level of hearing loss. To contact Parent Links, call (877) 322-7299. ONLY NATURAL: Tapping into the increasing consumer interest in all things organic, drugstore.com has launched the Natural Store. Found at www.drugstore.com, it promises more than 2,000 natural products free of artificial ingredients from companies espousing environmentally conscious and cruelty free policies. Brands include Burt's Bees, Tom's of Maine Tom's of Maine is a maker of natural personal care products, such as toothpaste, soap and deodorant. Their products are made without artificial or animal ingredients and without animal testing. All products have been certified as Halal. , Seventh Generation and Australian Organics. According to the Natural Foods Merchandiser, sales of natural products hit $36.4 billion, an increase of 6.6 percent, in 2002. CAPTION(S): 6 photos Photo: (1) Harry Belafonte, seen at this year's Latin Grammy Awards The Latin Grammy Awards were launched in 2000 with a telecast aired on CBS. It was the first primarily Spanish language prime-time program carried on an American network television. in Miami, is promoting awareness of prostate cancer. The singer was diagnosed with the ailment ail·ment n. A physical or mental disorder, especially a mild illness. in 1995 and has been cancer-free for seven years. Mick Diamond/Associated Press (2) no caption (``30 Days to a Healthier Family'') (3) no caption (Parent Links) (4 -- 6) no caption (``The Yoga Deck'') |
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