Some facts
37,000 men are diagnosed in the UK each year with prostate cancer, and the number is growing with better detection methods.
- 1 in 9 men will get prostate cancer
- Now the most common cancer diagnosed in men
- 10,000 men die from prostate cancer annually in UK
- There may be no obvious symptoms
BUT
- It is likely to be curable if caught early
Our Support Group supports early and regular screening using the PSA test. We know it’s not perfect, but it’s the best option that’s readily available. It’s every man’s entitlement to a PSA test under the NHS.