2018 Motorcycle Ride For Dad Report

The most successful way to beat prostate cancer is to catch it in its' early stages, when the disease is most treatable, but the problem is that too many men do not make regular doctor visits a priority, unaware that a simple PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test can aid in early detection and potentially help save their lives. 

The lack of awareness and education is the primary reason the Calgary Prostate Cancer Centre created the MAN VAN, Canada’s only mobile PSA blood testing program.

With support from community partners such as the Calgary Ride For Dad, the MAN VAN has been able to travel throughout Calgary and surrounding area, spreading the word about the importance of early detection and men’s health.

The Calgary Motorcycle Ride For Dad has supported the MAN VAN program since 2012, and in 2018 they helped 438 men get a baseline PSA test. Additionally, 70 men participated in our Know Your Numbers men’s health clinic, receiving blood pressure, blood sugar, and waist circumference measurements.

The Prostate Cancer Centre and Man-Van successes are made possible with the help of a hard working group of volunteers who make up the Calgary Motorcycle Ride For Dad, as well as key sponsors such as Telus, Litwiniuk & Company, and of course, the fantastic folks at BlueCircle Insurance.

Together we are saving lives – one man at a time.