“I took a few books from the library. I underwent hormone therapy and read that this could result in bone density loss, so we began walking.”
Resources
Island Prostate Centre (IPC) helps Vancouver Island men and their families stay informed about prostate cancer concerns, issues and topics. IPC has a small resource library including books, pamphlets and teaching tools for patients, caregivers and supporters, all free of charge. If you are unable to visit us in-person, some resources are also available online.
Resource Links
Prostate Cancer: Understand the Disease and it's Treatment
Living with Prostate Cancer - A guide for survivors, by survivors.
https://islandprostatecentre.com/wp-content/uploads/IPC-Living-With-Prostate-Cancer-Guide.pdfNewly Diagnosed with Prostate Cancer - Booklet for Localized Prostate Cancer
Recently Diagnosed with Metastatic Prostate Cancer?
Prostate Cancer - Screening and Prevention of the Disease
Sea Wolves Men's Cancer Pack
Information on the Chemo Packs, which are back packs to support men going through chemotherapy treatment. Each back pack contains comfort items including ginger chews, lip balm, hand knitted socks, a blanket, a water bottle and a toque.