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Canadian cancer society

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

1 in 8 men in Canada will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Now is the time to fuel world-leading research to save lives.

This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it will take all of us to transform the future of prostate cancer.

Because prostate cancer is one of the least preventable cancers, advancements in prostate cancer research are vital to help save more lives.

Donate today to help accelerate more breakthroughs to better find, diagnose and treat cancer.  

Help fuel world-leading research

“Advancements in prostate cancer research are only possible with your support.”
– Dr John Lewis, CCS-funded researcher  

With donor support, Dr John Lewis and his team have developed an innovative test for prostate cancer screening. This blood test provides a score indicating the risk of having aggressive prostate cancer. The test provides more clarity to people facing prostate cancer and their doctors, empowering them to make more informed decisions about their health.

Dr John Lewis

We are the voice for people who care about prostate cancer

No matter where people live in Canada there should be equitable access to prostate cancer technologies, from tests that find cancer to late-stage treatment options. Learn how CCS is raising the voices of people who care about prostate cancer.

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Start a fundraiser

Did you know you can create your own fundraiser to change the future of prostate cancer forever? Learn more about raising funds to save and improve lives. 
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What is prostate cancer? 

Prostate cancer starts in the cells of the prostate. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and risks in our guide to prostate cancer.

Find out the risks for prostate cancer 

A number of factors can increase your risk for developing prostate cancer. 
 
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Finding prostate cancer early

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian men. Talk to your doctor about how to detect prostate cancer early. 
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Find services in your community

For people facing prostate cancer, it can be helpful to access local community services. Use our Community Services Locator to search a database of over 4,500 cancer-related services and resources in communities nationwide.
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