Frequently Asked Questions
Home » FAQWhat is Team Nuts?
Team Nuts is a Dallas-foundation which began as a group of marathon runners made up of testicular and prostate cancer survivors and supporters. Members of Team Nuts continually work to raise funds for male cancer treatment, prevention and awareness. To read more about who we are, click here.
How does Team Nuts receive funding?
Our funding is provided by local businesses and organizations, as well as generous individuals who believe in the importance of our mission. To discover more about who believe in our cause, visit the Supporters section of our Web site. If you would like to know more about how you can help, please contact us.
How are the funds used?
Funds raised by Team Nuts go directly toward two designated charities: Planet Cancer and Dallas Methodist Hospital Foundation. They are used to bring male cancers to the forefront of discussion to encourage men to adopt proper screening schedules to prevent testicular and prostate cancer.
I would like for volunteer my time to this cause. How would I go about setting this up?
First of all, thank you! We would love for you to help us continue our mission. Please contact us for more information.
Does Team Nuts operate only in Dallas?
Although we primarily participate in events in Dallas, Team Nuts also makes every initiative to become involved in the entire North Texas region. If you would like us to participate in an event or program in your area, feel free to contact us.
What is testicular cancer?
Basically, testicular cancer is a cancerous growth in the testicle. While some symptoms of the disease include testicular swelling, hardness, lumps or feelings of heaviness, it is important to know that there may be no overt symptoms. Self-examinations coupled with regular check-ups with a physician are a must for prevention. The same holds true for prostate cancer in older men.
Testicular cancer strikes men primarily between the ages of 18 through 35. The survival rate for early stage seminoma is almost 99 percent. The disease-free survival rate for early stage non-seminomous cancer is nearly 98 percent and about 95 percent for stage two.
In recent years several high-profile celebrities, such as three-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong of Texas and comedian/actor Tom Green, have publicly revealed their bouts with the disease in hopes of raising awareness of this disease.
What does Team Nuts promote awareness of prostate cancer as well?
Just as men leave the at-risk category of age for testicular cancer, they become prime candidates for prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of death from cancer in men of all ages and is the most common cause of death from cancer in men over 75 years old. Prostate cancer is rarely found in men younger than 40 years of age.
There are currently no real preventive measures. Early identification is possible, however, through yearly screening of men over 40 years of age through digital rectal examination (DRE) and a PSA (prostate specific antigen) blood test.
Do I really need to know what’s going on down there? I feel fine!
Yes! Early detection of either prostate or testicular cancer is critical in treatment, and especially in the case of testicular cancer, can mean almost certain long-term survival. We encourage you to contact your healthcare provider for testing.
