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Help is Available for All Stages of Caregiving

May 31, 2026May 31, 2026 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Help is Available for All Stages of Caregiving

Sandra Scott from Caregivers Alberta helps us reframe what we know about caregivers, giving us stats that show how many there are and the impacts it has on various aspects of our society.

Video Archive Alberta, calgary, mental health, prostate cancer

Co-Designing Better Pathways for Prostate Health

April 15, 2026April 21, 2026 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Co-Designing Better Pathways for Prostate Health

Jonathon Gabbai, from the Provincial Pathways Unit joins us to discuss how his provincial health team is helping support better, more consistent care in Alberta for those affected with prostate cancer.

Video Archive Alberta, calgary, mental health, prostate cancer

Tribute Giving

April 6, 2026June 13, 2026 Program DirectorLeave a Comment on Tribute Giving

Some people leave a lasting mark on our lives. A tribute gift is a simple, meaningful way to honour someone […]

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Meals on Wheels

March 18, 2026March 20, 2026 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Meals on Wheels

Christine Hentschel, Manager at Calgary Meals on Wheels gives a presentation on the organization, how they’ve grown to over 1.2 million deliveries a year, the services they offer, and the importance of nutrition

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Partner With Prostaid Calgary

March 4, 2026June 13, 2026 Program Director

 Prostaid Calgary is the oldest and primary prostate cancer support group in Calgary, having been formed in 1933 Celebrating over […]

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Monthly Supporter

February 26, 2026June 13, 2026 Program Director

Your Monthly Gift Brings Hope and Support to Families Facing Prostate Cancer PROSTAID Calgary is a community of men, families, […]

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Introduction to PARP-Inhibitors and their role in Cancer Treatment

February 18, 2026March 5, 2026 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Introduction to PARP-Inhibitors and their role in Cancer Treatment

Dr. Geoffrey Gotto, Urologic Oncologist at the Southern Alberta Institute of Urology, joins us again to explain PARP inhibitors and their importance in modern treatment of cancer cells.

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A History of Cancer Clinical Trials in Canada

November 19, 2025December 22, 2025 ProstaidLeave a Comment on A History of Cancer Clinical Trials in Canada

Dr. Fedir Razumenko from the University of Calgary joins us for a look at the progression of cancer treatment in Canada, comparing stats from the 1920s to today and how today’s treatments were forged by brave and competitive voices throughout the country.

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Introduction to PARP Inhibitors

October 15, 2025December 22, 2025 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Introduction to PARP Inhibitors

Dr. Tarek Bismar from the Prostate Cancer Centre joins us again to talk about PARP inhibitors and their role in cancer treatment. He shows their activity in cancer cells, synergy with other cancer therapies, and how people respond depending on their cancer type.

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Mindfulness for Managing Cancer-related Stress

September 17, 2025December 22, 2025 ProstaidLeave a Comment on Mindfulness for Managing Cancer-related Stress

Clinical psychologist Dr. Linda E. Carlson joins us to discuss how to train your mind to deal with the stress that comes with a cancer diagnosis along with providing breathing exercises to help regulate your body systems and cope with everyday stressors.

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