In leaving a legacy, Colorado Springs powerhouse couple chat up prostate cancer
Colorado Springs Gazette••health
Key Points:
- Leo Nunes, diagnosed with prostate cancer in his 40s, and his wife Brandy dye their hair bright blue to raise awareness about prostate cancer, challenging the misconception that it only affects older men.
- The couple uses their distinctive look as a conversation starter to educate people about the importance of early detection, noting that the survival rate is 99% if caught early.
- Advances in prostate cancer detection and treatment, such as blood tests and laser ablation, have improved patient outcomes and reduced stigma around the disease.
- The Nuneses have raised over $45,000 for cancer organizations through events like the No Cancer November Casino Night and have founded the Nunes Foundation to support prostate cancer awareness, environmental causes, and animal welfare.
