Join the Free PC-PEP Trial

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Empowering South African Men with Prostate Cancer: Join the Free PC-PEP Phase 4 Trial

A transformative opportunity is now available for men in South Africa diagnosed with prostate cancer: participation in a free, evidence-based Phase 4 trial of the Prostate Cancer Patient Empowerment Program https://pcpep.org/

The program was developed by Dr. Rob Rutledge, Radiation Oncologist, and Dr. Gabriela Ilie, Endowed Scientist in Prostate Cancer Quality of Life Research, Dalhousie University.

 

What is PC-PEP?

PC-PEP is a comprehensive, home-based, daily 6-month program designed to support men at any stage of prostate cancer care—from active surveillance to post-treatment recovery. It is suitable for patients scheduled (or not) for prostatectomy (RP), radiation therapy (RT) with or without hormone therapy (HT or ARAT), or active surveillance (AS). Delivered via 182 daily emails and short 5-minute videos, PC-PEP guides participants through:

  • Daily exercise routines: Aerobic and home-based strength training by video
  • Pelvic floor training: Three 10-minute video sessions daily
  • Stress reduction: Daily 10-minute relaxation techniques
  • Dietary advice and cooking videos
  • Healthy lifestyle coaching: sleep hygiene, and relationship support.
  • Optional peer support: Weekly buddy calls and monthly group videoconferences

Phase 4 Trial Expansion – Now Open in South Africa

The PC-PEP Phase 4 trial is expanding internationally, including South Africa, and is open to any man with a prostate cancer diagnosis—from active surveillance to metastatic disease—with an expected survival of more than two years and medically safe to exercise.

Join the Movement

PC-PEP is more than a program—it’s a Community of Empowerment. By participating, men gain tools to take charge of their health, connect with peers, raise awareness of prostate cancer and screening, and contribute to groundbreaking research that is shaping the future of prostate cancer care.

“Having experienced the practical and comprehensive PEP program, I am in no doubt that for any man facing prostate cancer, PEP should be an essential and integral part of their health and wellness regime”
-Iain Johnston, Patient Affairs Chairman, PCFSA

 

The 2025 Hollard Daredevil Run – Supporting Prostate Cancer Awareness

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Last Years Daredevil run raised a whopping one million Rand. Prostate Cancer Foundation and CANSA are joint beneficiaries of this, the biggest men’s health event of the year. Prostate Cancer Foundation’s CEO, Andrew Oberholzer commented “the funds raised by the Daredevil make a massive contribution towards raising awareness about prostate cancer and enable both organisations to provide free prostate cancer screening in underprivileged communities.”

Age and risk appropriate screening are essentials to ensure the early diagnosis of prostate cancer when treatments are potentially curative. Once prostate cancer spreads (metastasizes) it is no longer curable and treatment is focused on slowing progression of the disease.

Get ready to make your ballsiest move yet!

This October, thousands of bold South African men will take to the streets in nothing but a purple Speedo and sneakers not for fashion, but for a cause that matters. The Hollard Daredevil Run returns on Friday, 31 October and it’s your chance to make your ballsiest move yet in the fight against prostate and testicular cancers.

Whether you’re running solo in your suburb or joining the purple wave at Zoo Lake in Johannesburg, you’ll be part of a nationwide movement that’s saving lives one Speedo stride at a time.

Why we run

  • Talking about men’s health shouldn’t be taboo.
  • Early detection saves lives.
  • Every step you take helps fund screening, awareness and research especially for those who don’t have access.

In partnership with CANSA and the Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa, the Hollard Daredevil Run is more than a moment. It’s a message: Get checked. Get talking. Get involved.

Early detection saves lives

This isn’t just a run. It’s a reminder to be brave, bold and play a role in raising funds and making a difference.

How to join the dare

  • Register on Ticketpro to confirm your spot.
  • Join the conversation and find local runs in your area on the Hollard Daredevil Run Facebook page.
  • Fundraise with BackaBuddy and ask your friends, family and colleagues to sponsor your run. Every rand goes to a good cause.
  • Challenge your company to enter a team and support the BackaBuddy campaign.
  • Get your Daredevil Pack delivered via courier or collect it at Hollard’s Parktown campus.
  • Your pack includes the iconic purple Speedo – wear it with pride!

Registration link

https://shop.ticketpro.co.za/event/hollard-daredevil-run-typuur

 

 

The 2025 Hollard Daredevil Run – 31st October 2025

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It’s time to make your ballsiest move yet!

Building on the momentum of previous Daredevil Runs, thousands of brave men across Mzansi will once more take to the streets in Jozi and their hoods on Friday, 31 October, in nothing but a purple Speedo and sneakers. These Daredevils are making a bold statement in the fight against prostate and testicular cancers.

The Hollard Daredevil Run encourages men to talk openly about their health and to take charge of it. In partnership with CANSA (Cancer Association of South Africa) and the PCF (Prostate Cancer Foundation), every run helps fund testing for people who do not have access to screening for prostate and testicular cancers, drives awareness, support as well as research.

You can run solo, with friends, family or colleagues, anywhere in the country or join fellow Daredevils at Zoo Lake in Joburg on Friday, 31 October. However you take part, you’ll be making a difference.

Early detection saves lives. That’s why we run and raise funds.

Get involved

  • Register online to confirm your spot
  • Join the conversation and find local runs on the Hollard Daredevil Run Facebook page
  • Ask your friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you on our BackaBuddy initiative — it all goes to a good cause
  • Challenge your company to enter their employees and make a donation on BackaBuddy
  • You’ll receive a Hollard Daredevil registration pack delivered via courier, or you can collect it at the Hollard Parktown campus closer to the time
  • The pack includes your iconic purple Speedo

https://shop.ticketpro.co.za/event/hollard-daredevil-run-typuur