Patient/Survivor Stories

About one in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate cancer isn’t more common in gay or bisexual men than in cisgender men, but you might have some concerns and you should know the signs. Here is one man’s story… After being diagnosed, "I was told that I had three options."

When the doctor said the scan showed I had a high risk of cancer – on a scale of 1-5, I was a 5 – it was a shock. A biopsy followed in October and confirmed: I had prostate cancer. [...] while I’ve no control over what happens to me, I’ve a choice about how to deal with it.

Blue Jays announcer Jerry Howarth urges men to be proactive about prostate cancer testing following his own diagnosis, so they too can live longer and fuller lives.

Not only do participants enjoy participating in great physical activity, but the study also showed the positive impact on men’s psychosocial wellbeing as being even more important. And to this I personally attest.

The Vancouver Sun has done a five-part series on prostate cancer written by Larry Pynn. Stories include: Shock and choices after the diagnosis and Early detection and the PSA test controversy Ect:

Anthony Henry (62 years old), was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2015 and has been doing Active Surveillance ever since. His brother and uncle were both diagnosed with prostate cancer and successfully treated for it. Anthony's father died of prostate cancer after receiving a late diagnosis at stage 4. This article also talks about the additional risks the Black community faces in terms of agressive prostate cancer and promotes early PSA testing as well as regular screening.

Roy from Alberta describes his experience undergoing High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment.

Watch stories about patients undergoing High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment.

Scroll down on this web page to read the English prostate cancer patients/survivors testimonies.

Read the testimonials from survivors of prostate cancer and their families

Don't let prostate cancer derail your life. Tom Hulsey talks about his journey through prostate cancer and his small steps to maintain his well-being and advocate for men's health.

Read Gogs Gagnon's insightful story of his battle with prostate cancer and what he has done to support his well-being. Very insightful in aiding patients with cancer's emotional side effects.

Martin Wells explains his experience with androgen deprivation therapy after being diagnosed with prostate cancer. How it affected his sex life with his boyfriend and how he discovered sensuality over sexuality following treatments.

What comes next after the initial diagnosis and the mind stops racing from the initial shock? The road ahead becomes cloudy and unknown if you’ve never been diagnosed with cancer. You’ll need the problem-solving skills you’ve used all your life, but a health crisis in your body is surreal and disorienting.

Watch videos of prostate cancer survivors telling their stories about life after treatment. Making treatment decisions, coping with side effects and navigating relationship changes – it's all part of the prostate cancer journey. Hear men with prostate cancer and their partners share their experiences, including the ups, downs and in-betweens.

Watch as Doug talks about deciding to start palliative care for prostate cancer with bone metastasis and accepting the end of his life. He also talks about finding acceptance and feeling relief. He shares how hope has changed for him because of cancer.

In this video, Doug talks about being diagnosed with and treating prostate cancer at the age of 49, dealing with a recurrence a few years later and now, over seven years later, dealing with the pain from the cancer having metastasized to his bones.

The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network brought together breast cancer survivor Alwyn and prostate cancer survivor Stewart with Calgary artist Mandy who created a work of art based on their cancer journey stories.

B.C. prostate cancer survivor raises awareness about bone health in cancer

The Canadian Cancer Survivor Network brought together breast cancer survivor Judy and prostate cancer survivor Derek with Toronto artist Ileana, who created artwork based on their cancer journey stories. The art is being used to raise awareness of bone health in cancer.