Us TOO of Southern New Mexico
and Us TOO International
Programs & Services

Just as pink is to breast cancer, blue is to prostate cancer. Us TOO wants to increase prostate cancer awareness and for people to see more blue, or SEA Blue, with SEA standing for support, educate and advocate – the primary components of Us TOO’s mission.

Local Support Group: The local chapter, Us TOO of Southern New Mexico, is located in  Las Cruces and has regular meetings (please note: member meetings temporarily suspended as of March 2016) in the meeting rooms in the southwest corner of the Memorial Medical Center on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM. These meetings provide an opportunity for men recently diagnosed with prostate cancer to talk with other men about their personal treatment experiences and to hear from guest speakers with expertise in treating cancer using standard accepted treatments or providing significant information on various integrated medical practices.

These meetings are open to anyone: friends, families, and people, male or female, who have been diagnosed with other types of cancer. Much of the information available can be applied to the treatment of other cancers, not just prostate cancer.

We also work closely with our Albuquerque chapter of UsToo, chaired by Lou Reimer, that publishes a quarterly newsletter called Lifeline and contains very useful articles and information pertaining to prostate cancer.  To access their organization and newsletter click here  Prostate Cancer Support Association of  New Mexico (PCSANM)

Special Patient Eduction Resources: Us Too International is continuously developing new programs and materials on the latest treatment ands diagnostic strategies available for patients.  Most recently, Us Too International has focused on the development of resources dedicated to bone health and new hormone therapies.

Cancer Services of New Mexico: Provides free services to reduce cancer suffering for New Mexico’s families. Programs include a Caregiver Support Program; Legal, Insurance, and Paperwork Assistance (LIPA) Program, and a Family Cancer Resource Bag that contains materials to help cancer patients talk to their kids.

John Moenck Memorial Resource Center:  Resources related to the diagnosis, treatment and research of prostate cancer are available for patients .  Books, video tapes, journals an other materials are available for viewing at no charge. Us Too SNM is in the process of developing a small library of helpful materials which will be available for loan.

Web Based Communities: Us Too International has on-line discussion communities that are dedicated to supporting and educating prostate cancer patients. Special discussion topics and wikis address specific concerns for both patients and families depending on area of interest, stage of disease, or preferred treatment.

Newsletters: Us Too International distributes News You Can Use via e-mail to interested subscribers. Topics highlight latest news of interest to patients and concerned others. Their Hot Sheet monthly news letter highlights the latest in treatment strategies as well as emerging treatments.  The Us Too Chapter News  provides a look at the local support group activities.

Circles of Love: Us Too International has a program especially for companions and families of those with prostate cancer. The program provides resources such as books, brochures, web based resources and even inspirational music for companions and families struggliing to support their loved one.

Toll Free Patient Support Line: Us Too International provides toll free link for patients and concerned others to access resources regarding diagnosis, treatment options and support systems. Upon request, they provide you with phone support from a prostate cancer susrvivor.. Call 1-800-80-UsToo (1-800-808-7866). M-F 9am-5pm Central Time.

Minority and Underserved Populations Outreach: Us TOO is committed to providing prostate cancer education to minorities, underserved communities and those in rural areas. Us TOO conducts outreach activities in these  geographic areas identified  as having increased incidence of prostate cancer and strives to bring the early detection message and supportive resources to these communities.

Awareness:  Us TOO  International encourages everyone to participate in prostate cancer awareness. Blue Ribbon Car Magnets, and other Blue items are available for purchase from Us TOO headquarters or at the Us TOO International web site. Wear your blue and spread the word. You could save a life!

Newly  Diagnosed Patient Resource Kits: Hearing the words “you have cancer” can be traumatizing. There are many factors to consider before deciding  upon a course of action. This patient resource kit will provide clear, unbiased information to help patients and their families make the best decisions for their  particular situation.