145 | Knowledge Reduces Fear: Prostate Cancer Education with Michael Bovarnick

145 | Knowledge Reduces Fear: Prostate Cancer Education with Michael Bovarnick

July 14, 2026 · 50 min · Episode 145

About this episode

Dr. Michael Haley interviews Michael Bovarnick about prostate cancer education and the importance of knowledge in reducing fear.

In this episode of The Dr. Haley Show, Dr. Michael Haley speaks with Michael Bovarnick, founder of The Prostate Education Project, about his personal journey through prostate cancer, recurrence, treatment decisions, and the mission that grew out of his experience. Michael shares what it was like to hear the words “you have prostate cancer,” why education became such an important part of his journey, and how clear information can help reduce fear for men, spouses, caregivers, and families facing prostate cancer. The conversation covers PSA testing, Gleason scores, prostate cancer recurrence after prostate removal, androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), ADT side effects, ADT holidays, intimacy and relationship challenges, and the importance of having a spouse, partner, or loved one present during medical appointments. Dr. Haley and Michael also discuss Michael’s long history with Haley Nutrition’s Aloe Vera Gel Health Drink as part of his personal wellness routine. Aloe vera is not presented as a cancer cure. Instead, this conversation focuses on education, supportive wellness, patient empowerment, and asking better questions when navigating serious health decisions. Michael’s closing…

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Host: Michael Haley

Guest: Michael Bovarnick

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Organizations: The Prostate Education Project, Haley Nutrition

Products: Aloe Vera Gel Health Drink

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