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September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Posted By: Beverly Johnson on September 01, 2026


Gumbo for the Soul: Men of Honor –Special Cancer Awareness Edition- encompasses a focus on humanitarianism, honor and the health concerns affecting men with a particular focus on prostate cancer. This anthology reflects stories woven into our legacy, carried by time and preserved with love.

We share inspirational stories, quotes and poetry reflecting on the past and present times where he made a difference in life. Join us in celebrating the 'Men of Honor' impacting our lives worldwide, with purpose and dignity. This issue also focuses on the various cancers that affect men and was created as a gift to Project Fatherhood in partnership with the late Dr. Hershel Swinger.



We want to encourage men to seek proper medical screenings which aids in early detection. This edition includes a resource section on other health concerns affecting men as well as an illustration on proper prostate self examination.

Co-compiled by Bruce George, Beverly Black Johnson and writers who generously shared reflections and information about their loved one. The foreword is penned by George C. Fraser.

Four people are honored in particular for their various contributions to humanity, and they are:

Michael Joe Jackson – Man of the Millennium

Homer Joe Black Sr. – Legacy of Honor

Lowell W. Perry Sr. – Legend of Honor

Bishop Desmond Tutu – Lifetime Legendary-Man of Honor
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