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#ProstateCancer treatment ranges from active monitoring to surgery, radiation, or hormone therapy. The earlier it's caught, the more options you have. If you're at risk, chat with your doctor about getting tested and what treatments might be right for you. #CancerAwareness

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Prostate cancer testing goes beyond PSA—an MRI can give a clearer picture and catch issues early. If you're over 50 or at higher risk (like Black men or those with a family history), talk to your doctor about testing options. Early detection changes lives! #MensHealth #Cancer

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Prostate cancer often has no symptoms until it's advanced. The TPHC programme used PSA testing to find at-risk men early. As Movember ends, let's raise awareness and promote early testing—because men's health matters. Learn more at https://t.co/EYSugBboC7. #MensHealth #movember

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95% of patients rated their experience with our Target Prostate Health Check programme as 'Good' or 'Excellent'. Many described it as "Fast and easy", "Professional", "Efficient", "Reassuring", and "Informative". #MensHealth #movember @SurreySussexCA @HealthInnov_KSS

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In the TPHC programme, just 28% of patients had a 'Good' or 'Excellent' understanding of #ProstateCancer. After watching an informational video, this jumped to 65%—a 37% increase! Education raises awareness and improves outcomes. #MensHealth @SurreySussexCA @HealthInnov_KSS

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Want to reduce your risk of prostate cancer? Maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and stay on top of your health checks—especially if you're over 50 or have a family history. Early testing is key to catching it early when it's most treatable. #MensHealth #movember

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#ProstateCancer risk factors are often overlooked. A GP said, "There are key risk factors GPs need to focus on—obesity, Black and African Caribbean men, and family history. These are three critical factors." Let's raise awareness and promote early detection. @HealthInnov_KSS

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55,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year, and sadly, around 10,000 are too late for a cure. Our TPHC programme shows that early detection can find cases in men with no symptoms. Encourage at-risk loved ones to get tested—early detection matters! #ProstateCancer

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The TPHC programme boosted PSA testing to 18% of invited men, more than double the national average of 8%. As a result, more men were able to catch #ProstateCancer early, when treatment options are more effective. Learn more at https://t.co/EYSugBaQMz. #MensHealth #Movember

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NHS guidance on #ProstateCancer testing encourages men over 50 (or over 45 if you're at higher risk, such as Black men or those with a family history) to speak to their GP about PSA testing. Early detection is key, even if you don't have symptoms! #MensHealth #Cancer #Movember

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The TPHC programme showed that early detection of #ProstateCancer saves both lives and money. Catching it early reduces the high cost of late-stage treatment, and more men getting tested means lower admin costs. It's a smart investment! Learn more at https://t.co/EYSugBboC7.

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During the TPHC programme, we saw a higher uptake in PSA testing, catching prostate cancer early in many asymptomatic men. This Movember, encourage the men in your life to get checked—early detection can make all the difference. #Movember #MensHealth @MovemberUK @HealthInnov_KSS

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Prostate cancer risk factors include age (50+), family history, obesity, and race—Black men are at a higher risk, with 1 in 4 likely to be diagnosed in their lifetime. Even if you have no symptoms, you should still consider getting tested. #MensHealth #Cancer @HealthInnov_KSS

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Prostate cancer often has no early symptoms. Richard Flashman learned he had prostate cancer through the TPHC programme, despite being asymptomatic. "I was told it was caught early and treatable, so there was some comfort knowing it could be treated." #MensHealth @SurreySussexCA

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Expanding prostate cancer testing shouldn't burden GPs with more work. During the TPHC programme, Medefer stepped in to help. As one GP noted, "Medefer handled all abnormal PSAs, so it didn't fall on GPs." Learn more at https://t.co/EYSugBboC7.

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This Movember, let's talk about the Targeted Prostate Health Check (TPHC) programme! It's helped men at risk of prostate cancer get tested early, even if they have no symptoms. Learn more at https://t.co/EYSugBboC7.

#Movember #MensHealth #CancerAwareness @MovemberUK

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The Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test is a simple blood test that checks for high levels of PSA, which can be a sign of prostate cancer or other prostate issues. It's a quick way to catch potential problems early, even before symptoms show up. Early testing matters! #Cancer

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The TPHC programme identified prostate cancer in 1.5% of men tested, aged 45-69, including high-risk groups like Black men and those with a family history. Thanks to the catch-up programme, 263 cases were found early, highlighting the importance of early testing. #MensHealth

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Some men worry a prostate check will be "invasive." The TPHC programme relied on PSA testing instead. As one doctor said, "The non-intimate method has been well received, encouraging men to come forward who we wouldn't have normally seen." #Cancer @HealthInnov_KSS @SurreySussexCA

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Prostate cancer often has no early symptoms. When they do appear, watch for difficulty urinating, frequent urination (especially at night), weak urine flow, or blood in urine/semen. Don't ignore the signs—early detection matters. #ProstateCancer @SurreySussexCA @HealthInnov_KSS