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courses for patients and partners
Life on ADT
Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) is an effective treatment for prostate cancer, but has many side effects - many of which can impact relationships.
The ADT Educational Program is a free 1.5-hour session during which patients and loved ones will:
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Learn about side effects of ADT
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Learn how to manage side effects
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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.
Prostate Cancer Supportive Care Program
(BC-based)
The PCSC Program is a clinical, educational, and research-based approach to care, addressing the challenges of decision-making and coping along the entire disease trajectory to serve both the patient and their partner’s physical and psychological needs.
The PCSC Program currently includes seven modules which men can take part in with more modules in development. These modules include group educational sessions and clinical services in the following areas:
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Primary Treatment Decision-Making
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Sexual Rehabilitation
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Lifestyle Management (Nutrition and Exercise)
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Androgen Deprivation Therapy
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Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
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Clinical Counselling
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Advanced Disease Management