As a result of the incredible fundraizing efforts of the Movember community, scientists, for the first time, have been able to construct a complete genetic map of prostate cancer.

As a result of the incredible fundraizing efforts of the Movember community, scientists, for the first time, have been able to construct a complete genetic map of prostate cancer. It is a truly historic development in the fight against prostate cancer and will expand the understanding of how the disease works, leading to improved and more personalized treatment.



What this means is that patients will eventually be able to work with their doctors to map the individual genetic alterations of their prostate cancer to determine the specific treatment needed for them. The result will be less men dying from prostate cancer, more effective treatment with less side effects, and it will spare some men from unnecessary treatments, eliminating the estimated billions spent each year in over-treatment.

The Prostate Cancer Foundation, the Broad Institute of Harvard, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston collaborated on this research project.

Movember's vision is to have an everlasting impact on the face of men’s health and thanks to our Mo Bros, Mo Sistas and their supportive donors, breakthroughs like this show we are making great strides in achieving that vision. Together, we are truly making a difference.