What is Prostate Cancer?
Abnormal growth of cells in the prostate gland
Easily detected by a trained physician
Relatively easy to cure if treated prior to metastasizing or spreading beyond the prostate gland
Sometimes, a very slow growing cancer can be left untreated
If the cancer has spread outside of the gland, it may still be successfully treated
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Reef Knot Kits

The Reef Knot icon was first created as a symbol of Strength, Unity & Courage from the inspiration of one of the foundation members at the Vancouver Island Prostate Cancer Research Foundation. Since then, the icon has been an important element in the growth of the Prostate Cancer Foundation BC as a whole.

Reef Knot Kits were first introduced in 2002 by the Prostate Cancer Foundation BC. Comprised of the latest books, pamphlets and information regarding Prostate Cancer, these kits are provided free of charge to all Urologists, General Physicians, Support Groups or individuals in the Province of B.C.

The contents of the kits vary depending on available material but currently an assortment of the following items are in each kit:

Book – The Intelligent Patient Guide to Prostate Cancer by Larry Goldenberg
A nutrition guide for men with Prostate Cancer
Sexuality and Cancer
Prostate Cancer - Understanding your diagnosis
Prostate Cancer - Can it be prevented?
Pain Relief
Radiation Therapy
Chemotherapy
Living with Cancer
Eat Well, Be Active
Eating Well when you have Cancer
Pain Relief – a guide for people with Cancer
Clinical Trial – a guide for people with Cancer
Helping someone with Cancer
Prostate Cancer how to reduce your risk
Understanding your diagnosis
A list of all active support groups in B.C.
A letter from the chair of Prostate Cancer Foundation BC

For more information regarding the Reef Knot Kit, please click here to order or call Michelle or Layne at 604-574-4012