Early Detection and Screening
Use the Early Detection and Screening section to view information about getting a PSA test, risk calculators, and digital rectal exams. Generally, as you get older, your risk of prostate cancer increases, which is why screening earlier should always be a priority.
2024 In-Person Prostate Cancer Patient & Caregiver Conference
September 7 - 8, 2024 Visit Site
Prostate Cancer Research Institute
The 2024 Prostate Cancer Patient Conference is a two-day in-person educational event for prostate cancer patients and caregivers. Join other patients and caregivers who will be attending from across the US and internationally. Renowned physicians from different specialties will be covering topics including every topic in prostate cancer. At the end of the conference, Drs. Mark Scholz and Mark Moyad host an extended Q+A session covering topics and questions that have been submitted by attendees.
Montreal Ride for Dad Group Ride
September 14, 2024 Visit Site
Ride for Dad
Created in 2008, the Montreal Chapter experienced difficult years in the beginning. Led by Daniel Séguin the results were unfortunately inconsistent.
Daniel was able to persevere and attract dynamic, like-minded people to increase the number of participants and donations to the Montreal organization supporting research against prostate cancer.
To date, the Montreal chapter has raised nearly $338,000.00 dollars for the fight against prostate cancer.
Golden Horseshoe Ride For Dad Group Ride
September 15, 2024 Visit Site
Ride for Dad
Established in 2005, the Golden Horseshoe Motorcycle Ride for Dad has raised over $600,000 dollars for the fight against prostate cancer. The proceeds from our annual events are invested in ground-breaking prostate cancer research and life-saving public awareness campaigns of the disease and the importance of early detection.
Our chapter is a grassroots community partner with many local sponsors taking part in our chapter’s success.
We are always looking for volunteers and we encourage you to get involved in the fight against prostate cancer!
Lecture: Discussion about Prostate Cancers – Hybrid
September 19, 2024 Visit Site
Hope & Cope
September is Prostate cancer awareness month. Please join us to meet John to discuss prostate cancer diagnostics, treatments and so much more. In-person at Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre, or virtually.
“The Prostate Cancer Experience: Six Stories” – A Prostate Cancer Awareness Month Patient Forum
September 23, 2024 Visit Site
Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada
Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada invites you to an inspiring evening featuring five patients and a partner discussing their firsthand experience with the most common cancer in Canadian men.
The tone will be upbeat and a celebration of their resilience through their respective journeys, including experiences with radiation, active surveillance, advanced prostate cancer, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Let this evening serve as a reminder that you don't have to face this journey alone.
The 2 Tests for Prostate Cancer you Should Know About
Canadian Cancer Society
A summary of the two tests available to help detect prostate cancer early -- the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test and the digital rectal exam (DRE).
About PSA Monitoring and Cancer Recurrence
True North
What is a PSA test? What is it for? When should you talk to your doctor about it? This website answers all general questions regarding early detection, screening and treatments.
Prostate Cancer Risk Groups
Have You Determined Your Risk Group?
Prostate Cancer Free
Do you know your prostate cancer risk group? Learn how prostate cancer is diagnosed and compare treatment options based on your risk assessment.
Institute for Urologic Oncology – Prostate Cancer Risk Calculator for MRI-Guided Biopsy (PCRC-MRI)
University of California Los Angeles
A new tool from the University of Alberta, in collaboration with UCLA, helps to reduce unnecessary prostate biopsies and target people based on the probable outcome of a biopsy.