Gabe Canales
@gabecanales.bsky.social
Prostate cancer at 35. Get checked! Men’s health advocacy (lifestyle & chronic disease, cancer, mental health), TEDx speaker, writer, author
Urologist Dr. Santamaria says it himself: he wants to post more to help patients cut through online health confusion.
Men need credible medical voices.
Featuring Sutter Health urologists: Dr. Brian Grady + Dr. Al Santamaria.
Follow evidence-based sources.
Men need credible medical voices.
Featuring Sutter Health urologists: Dr. Brian Grady + Dr. Al Santamaria.
Follow evidence-based sources.
December 5, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Urologist Dr. Santamaria says it himself: he wants to post more to help patients cut through online health confusion.
Men need credible medical voices.
Featuring Sutter Health urologists: Dr. Brian Grady + Dr. Al Santamaria.
Follow evidence-based sources.
Men need credible medical voices.
Featuring Sutter Health urologists: Dr. Brian Grady + Dr. Al Santamaria.
Follow evidence-based sources.
Men are overwhelmed with health misinformation — and some of it can be harmful. That’s why expert voices matter. When clinicians speak up, men get clarity. When they don’t, misinformation fills the gap.
December 4, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Men are overwhelmed with health misinformation — and some of it can be harmful. That’s why expert voices matter. When clinicians speak up, men get clarity. When they don’t, misinformation fills the gap.
A lot of online claims say “not ejaculating” boosts testosterone, energy, or mental health — but most of that isn’t backed by evidence.
Urologist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what’s real vs. misinformation and how long gaps between ejaculating may affect mood or stress.
Talk w/ a urologist.
Urologist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what’s real vs. misinformation and how long gaps between ejaculating may affect mood or stress.
Talk w/ a urologist.
December 4, 2025 at 7:01 PM
A lot of online claims say “not ejaculating” boosts testosterone, energy, or mental health — but most of that isn’t backed by evidence.
Urologist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what’s real vs. misinformation and how long gaps between ejaculating may affect mood or stress.
Talk w/ a urologist.
Urologist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what’s real vs. misinformation and how long gaps between ejaculating may affect mood or stress.
Talk w/ a urologist.
Sleep and stress have a real impact on testosterone and fertility.
Dr. Justin Dubin explains why better sleep, lower stress, and treating sleep apnea can improve sperm quality.
Men — get checked, know your numbers, and talk with a urologist.
Dr. Justin Dubin explains why better sleep, lower stress, and treating sleep apnea can improve sperm quality.
Men — get checked, know your numbers, and talk with a urologist.
December 3, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Sleep and stress have a real impact on testosterone and fertility.
Dr. Justin Dubin explains why better sleep, lower stress, and treating sleep apnea can improve sperm quality.
Men — get checked, know your numbers, and talk with a urologist.
Dr. Justin Dubin explains why better sleep, lower stress, and treating sleep apnea can improve sperm quality.
Men — get checked, know your numbers, and talk with a urologist.
Some research suggests ejaculation frequency may be linked to lower prostate cancer risk — but it’s only one piece of the picture.
Urologist Justin Dubin, MD breaks down how men should interpret this research and why lifestyle and early detection matter.
Men: get checked, talk with a urologist.
Urologist Justin Dubin, MD breaks down how men should interpret this research and why lifestyle and early detection matter.
Men: get checked, talk with a urologist.
November 30, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Some research suggests ejaculation frequency may be linked to lower prostate cancer risk — but it’s only one piece of the picture.
Urologist Justin Dubin, MD breaks down how men should interpret this research and why lifestyle and early detection matter.
Men: get checked, talk with a urologist.
Urologist Justin Dubin, MD breaks down how men should interpret this research and why lifestyle and early detection matter.
Men: get checked, talk with a urologist.
Most men know Cialis (tadalafil) as an ED medication — but some research shows daily low-dose tadalafil may support broader aspects of men’s health, including cardiovascular risk reduction. Clip w/ urologist Dr. Justin Dubin.
*Always talk with a urologist you trust before starting any medication.
*Always talk with a urologist you trust before starting any medication.
November 29, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Most men know Cialis (tadalafil) as an ED medication — but some research shows daily low-dose tadalafil may support broader aspects of men’s health, including cardiovascular risk reduction. Clip w/ urologist Dr. Justin Dubin.
*Always talk with a urologist you trust before starting any medication.
*Always talk with a urologist you trust before starting any medication.
Clip 2.
“No Nut November” has spread fast online, but many claims aren’t based in science.
Urologist and men’s health specialist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what actually happens when a man goes weeks without ejaculating — not the internet version.
“No Nut November” has spread fast online, but many claims aren’t based in science.
Urologist and men’s health specialist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what actually happens when a man goes weeks without ejaculating — not the internet version.
November 29, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Clip 2.
“No Nut November” has spread fast online, but many claims aren’t based in science.
Urologist and men’s health specialist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what actually happens when a man goes weeks without ejaculating — not the internet version.
“No Nut November” has spread fast online, but many claims aren’t based in science.
Urologist and men’s health specialist Dr. Justin Dubin breaks down what actually happens when a man goes weeks without ejaculating — not the internet version.
Some men are doing the “No Nut November” trend, but most claims online aren’t medically accurate.
I spoke with urologist Dr. Justin Dubin, who often breaks down men’s health misinformation.
Clip 1 explains the trend.
Clip 2 covers what actually happens when a man doesn’t ejaculate for weeks.
I spoke with urologist Dr. Justin Dubin, who often breaks down men’s health misinformation.
Clip 1 explains the trend.
Clip 2 covers what actually happens when a man doesn’t ejaculate for weeks.
November 26, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Some men are doing the “No Nut November” trend, but most claims online aren’t medically accurate.
I spoke with urologist Dr. Justin Dubin, who often breaks down men’s health misinformation.
Clip 1 explains the trend.
Clip 2 covers what actually happens when a man doesn’t ejaculate for weeks.
I spoke with urologist Dr. Justin Dubin, who often breaks down men’s health misinformation.
Clip 1 explains the trend.
Clip 2 covers what actually happens when a man doesn’t ejaculate for weeks.
Many men don’t realize how cannabis can influence libido, vascular health, and erections. In this short Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. James Kuan explains the connection between cannabis use and sexual function.
Disclaimer: Educational only.
Disclaimer: Educational only.
November 24, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Many men don’t realize how cannabis can influence libido, vascular health, and erections. In this short Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. James Kuan explains the connection between cannabis use and sexual function.
Disclaimer: Educational only.
Disclaimer: Educational only.
With cannabis use rising, more men are asking how it affects erections, hormones, and vascular health. In this Blue Cure Podcast excerpt, Dr. James Kuan explains how chronic use may disrupt endocrine balance, affect fertility, and impact blood flow. Disclaimer: Educational only, not medical advice.
November 23, 2025 at 10:22 PM
With cannabis use rising, more men are asking how it affects erections, hormones, and vascular health. In this Blue Cure Podcast excerpt, Dr. James Kuan explains how chronic use may disrupt endocrine balance, affect fertility, and impact blood flow. Disclaimer: Educational only, not medical advice.
Biden and I were diagnosed with prostate cancer 40+ years apart — both outside the USPSTF screening ages. For 15 years, I’ve met men diagnosed later because screening talks never happened.
Early detection matters. Get checked. Know your numbers.
Early detection matters. Get checked. Know your numbers.
November 20, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Biden and I were diagnosed with prostate cancer 40+ years apart — both outside the USPSTF screening ages. For 15 years, I’ve met men diagnosed later because screening talks never happened.
Early detection matters. Get checked. Know your numbers.
Early detection matters. Get checked. Know your numbers.
A lot of men avoid doctors until something forces them to go. In this excerpt with Dr. Kristen Scarpato from Vanderbilt, we talk about why being proactive — checkups, PSA tests, colonoscopies — sets you up for a healthier future.
Men: Make the appointment. Get checked.
Men: Make the appointment. Get checked.
November 19, 2025 at 3:16 PM
A lot of men avoid doctors until something forces them to go. In this excerpt with Dr. Kristen Scarpato from Vanderbilt, we talk about why being proactive — checkups, PSA tests, colonoscopies — sets you up for a healthier future.
Men: Make the appointment. Get checked.
Men: Make the appointment. Get checked.
Hormone therapy can save lives in prostate cancer, but fatigue, strength loss, and mood changes are real challenges.
Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Hormone therapy can save lives in prostate cancer, but fatigue, strength loss, and mood changes are real challenges.
Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains what helps men stay strong and feel less alone.
Talk with your urologist about support and side-effect management.
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Clinical insight from urologist Dr. Brian Grady: with wider legalization, he’s seeing that heavy THC use can suppress male fertility, and reminds us that smoking of any kind harms erectile function.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
November 16, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Clinical insight from urologist Dr. Brian Grady: with wider legalization, he’s seeing that heavy THC use can suppress male fertility, and reminds us that smoking of any kind harms erectile function.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
If family planning is on your horizon, talk with your physician about cannabis use.
What do PARP inhibitors do in advanced prostate cancer? Dr. Kristen Scarpato explains how they target cancer cells with DNA repair defects and which men benefit most. Ask your care team whether genetic testing or PARP therapy fits your diagnosis.
November 16, 2025 at 3:41 PM
What do PARP inhibitors do in advanced prostate cancer? Dr. Kristen Scarpato explains how they target cancer cells with DNA repair defects and which men benefit most. Ask your care team whether genetic testing or PARP therapy fits your diagnosis.
Some men on prostate cancer Active Surveillance wonder how much they can trust MRI results—and when a biopsy is still needed.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
November 13, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Some men on prostate cancer Active Surveillance wonder how much they can trust MRI results—and when a biopsy is still needed.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
In this clip from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt Urology explains how MRI helps guide care and when other steps may be necessary.
Many low-risk men never need treatment, & Active Surveillance has the lowest ED & urinary side effects. For men who do need treatment, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains how ED risk differs between surgery, radiation, & focal therapy.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
November 11, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Many low-risk men never need treatment, & Active Surveillance has the lowest ED & urinary side effects. For men who do need treatment, Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains how ED risk differs between surgery, radiation, & focal therapy.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Talk w/ your urologist about what fits your diagnosis.
Some prostate cancers require treatment. Others can be safely monitored with fewer side effects. In this Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. Kristen Scarpato, Urologic Oncologist at Vanderbilt, explains how doctors weigh risk. Ask your doctor about your risk group.
November 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Some prostate cancers require treatment. Others can be safely monitored with fewer side effects. In this Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast excerpt, Dr. Kristen Scarpato, Urologic Oncologist at Vanderbilt, explains how doctors weigh risk. Ask your doctor about your risk group.
Focal therapy focuses treatment on the cancerous area of the prostate and may reduce side effects for some men. Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains who it may help. If you’ve been diagnosed, ask your urologist whether this option fits your case.
November 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Focal therapy focuses treatment on the cancerous area of the prostate and may reduce side effects for some men. Dr. Kristen Scarpato of Vanderbilt explains who it may help. If you’ve been diagnosed, ask your urologist whether this option fits your case.
Genetic testing plays a powerful role in prostate cancer care.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
November 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Genetic testing plays a powerful role in prostate cancer care.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
It can identify inherited mutations—such as BRCA1 and BRCA2—that may increase cancer risk and guide both treatment decisions and screening for family members.
Men with prostate cancer on active surveillance need to stay active. As Mark Lichty of Active Surveillance Patients International says, be your own case manager—ask questions, seek second opinions, and take charge of your care.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
October 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Men with prostate cancer on active surveillance need to stay active. As Mark Lichty of Active Surveillance Patients International says, be your own case manager—ask questions, seek second opinions, and take charge of your care.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
You’re the patient. Do what’s right for you.
Awareness shouldn’t end in September.
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
October 28, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Awareness shouldn’t end in September.
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
Get your checkup, talk with your doctor about PSA testing, and know your numbers.
Excerpt from the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ Drs. Al Santamaria & Brian Grady (Sutter Health).
With active surveillance for prostate cancer, you have to be active — PSA tests + lifestyle.
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
October 27, 2025 at 8:58 PM
With active surveillance for prostate cancer, you have to be active — PSA tests + lifestyle.
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
15 years, no progression. Lifestyle makes a difference.
🎙️ From the Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast ft. urologist Dr. James Kuan → sexafterretirement.com
Peyronie’s Disease can cause curvature, discomfort, and changes to the pen!s that affect confidence and relationships —but there is hope.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
October 23, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Peyronie’s Disease can cause curvature, discomfort, and changes to the pen!s that affect confidence and relationships —but there is hope.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Excerpt: Blue Cure Men’s Health Podcast w/ urologists Al Santamaria, MD, and Brian Grady, MD (Sutter Health)
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist you trust.
Peyronie’s Disease can impact confidence, comfort, and relationships.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
October 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Peyronie’s Disease can impact confidence, comfort, and relationships.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.
Drs. Brian Grady MD & Al Santamaria MD (Sutter Health) explain when pen!le curvature becomes painful and why early care matters.
No shame. No stigma. Talk to a urologist.