New online buddy system helps men with prostate cancer feel better

NCT ID NCT05041504

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a web-based program called True North Peer Navigation for men recently treated for prostate cancer. 184 men were randomly assigned to get a trained peer navigator or usual care. The program aimed to help men take a more active role in their health and improve quality of life by providing practical information and emotional support.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Patient Participation prostate cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PROSTATE CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

BC Cancer - Vancouver

Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 4E6, Canada
Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C1, Canada
Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre

Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2Y9, Canada

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