Hormone Therapy

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) is an effective treatment for prostate cancer, but has many side effects. The ADT Educational Program is a free 1.5-hour session during which patients and loved ones will: Learn about the side effects of ADT, Learn how to manage side effects, and Complete goal setting exercises to teach you how to manage ADT side effects. The program is designed for both patients and their partners or loved ones. Patients who are not partnered are encouraged to invite a family member or close friend to attend the session.

ADT is associated with an increased risk of cognitive decline, a side effect not often discussed. Fortunately, there are strategies that you can use to maintain and regain cognitive function following ADT therapy. Read this article for practices you can implement to support your brain health.

This pamphlet explains: • How androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) affects your bones • What puts your bones at risk for fracture • How to strengthen your bones • What you can do to prevent osteoporosis

While similar, GnRH agonists and antagonists have different bodily targets that influence their effects on prostate cancer. This article explains the difference in function between these two classes of drugs, how and when one is used over the other, and the pros and cons of each.

LHRH agonists are a common hormone therapy drug prescribed for the treatment of prostate cancer. This article provides a detailed overview of how this drug works, what the typical treatment course looks like and answers some of the common questions regarding this treatment.

The growth of prostate cancer cells depends on testosterone. Hormone therapy works by lowering the testosterone in your body. When the testosterone is removed from the cancer cells, they will either die or slow down and stop growing. Hormone therapy alone is not a cure for prostate cancer.

This resource provides you with general information on Hormone therapy, types of hormone therapies, pros and cons, medical follow-up, side effects, suggestions and advice.