Join the Free PC-PEP Trial
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
Join one of our online support groups
A diagnosis of prostate cancer can be scary and it’s good to know that you’re not alone.
If you feel that you would like to connect with other men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and who have undergone the same treatment that you have been scheduled for, then you are welcome to join one of our e-mail support groups.
Our prostatectomy support group
This is for men who are about to undergo a radical prostatectomy or have undergone a prostatectomy.
Our brachytherapy support group
This is for men who are about to undergo brachytherapy or have undergone brachytherapy
The purpose of these support groups is not to replace the advice from your doctor or other healthcare professionals. We are here to:
Seek and offer support
Ask questions
Share information
Share personal stories and experiences of prostate cancer
To join one of these support groups please e-mail: ceo@prostate-ca.co.za