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Education and Support Networks
Support groups provide a valuable source of information and encouragement for individuals facing life-changing health situations. The following urology-related support groups may be of interest to our patients and community. Some of the groups are sponsored by Urology San Antonio, and others are run by non-profit community organizations.

Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome
Bi-Annual Group Meetings

In the face of a chronic condition like interstitial cystitis (IC) or painful bladder syndrome, it is important for patients to understand their diagnosis and learn how to manage their symptoms. Get the answers you need as well as advice and practical suggestions for living with IC at Urology San Antonio's free bi-annual IC support meetings. Popular meeting topics include medical treatments, diet, exercise, pain relief, alternative therapies, clinical research, advocacy and sexuality. Both IC veterans and newly diagnosed patients are invited to share their insights and experiences.

AUDIENCE:	Women and men living with interstitial cystitis (IC) or experiencing chronic pelvic pain. Guests/spouses welcome.
SPONSOR:	Urology San Antonio
FORMAT:	A Urology San Antonio IC expert or guest speaks briefly about the latest advances in diagnostics and treatment. The remainder of the time is devoted to questions and sharing.
DATE:	Meetings are held at least once every six months, usually in May and November. A few weeks before the each meeting, a detailed description of the topic is posted on the Educational Seminars page.
TIME:	Refreshments/Sign In 6 pm; Meeting 6:30 -7:30 pm
LOCATION:	We are looking for a new meeting place in the South Texas Medical Center and will post information here as soon as it is avaliable.
MORE INFORMATION:	To receive a reminder postcard in the mail a few weeks before our next meeting, send us your mailing address using the email feature of our website, or call Urology San Antonio's Community Education and Outreach Coordinator at (210) 582-5604.

Us TOO Prostate Cancer Education and Support
1^stMonday of the Month

Us TOO is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing men and their families emotional support and unbiased information in areas related to prostate cancer including treatments, side effects and nutrition. Each Us TOO support group functions as an independent chapter led by volunteers. Meetings are free and open to all men, family, friends and health professionals interested in prostate cancer.

AUDIENCE:	Prostate cancer patients; Guests/spouses welcome.
SPONSOR:	Us TOO International, Alamo Chapter
FORMAT:	Support group with seminar and discussion
SPEAKER:	Specialists in the various fields related to prostate cancer including urologists, radiation oncologists, nutritionists, psychologists, etc.
DATE:	1^stMonday of Month (2^ndMonday if 1^stMonday is a holiday)
TIME:	5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
LOCATION:	Ecumenical Center, 8310 Ewing Halsell, San Antonio, TX 78229
MORE INFORMATION:	Contact group facilitator Johnny Staha at (830) 570-7012

Ostomy Association of South Texas
Last Monday of the Month

The Ostomy Association of South Texas is a volunteer nonprofit health-based organization dedicated to providing education, information, support and advocacy for people who have intestinal or urinary diversions.

AUDIENCE:	Men and women who have urinary and/or intestinal diversions including urostomy, cystectomy, colostomy and ileostomy.
SPONSOR:	Ostomy Association of South Texas, affiliated with the United Ostomy Associations of America
DATE:	Last Monday of each month except May and December
TIME:	7:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION:	American Cancer Society 8115 Datapoint, San Antonio, TX 78229
MORE INFORMATION:	Call the group facilitator at (210) 614-4212

RESOLVE: National Infertility Association, South Central Region
www.resolve.org

RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association was established in 1974. The non-profit organization's mission is to provide timely, compassionate support and information to people experiencing infertility and to increase awareness of infertility issues through public education and advocacy. The South Central Region of RESOLVE serves Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.

AUDIENCE:	Individuals or couples dealing with infertility
SPONSOR:	RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, South Central Region
HELP LINE:	The South Central Region of RESOLVE has a toll-free HelpLine staffed by trained volunteers who can provide information on all the family-building resources in your area and answer most of your questions. (888) 895-6055
EMAIL	info@southcentral.resolve.org

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