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Thousands of cancer patients could be undergoing unnecessary overtreatment

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The Independent UK

Thousands of men with prostate cancer facing unnecessary overtreatment, experts warn

Experts suggest ‘outdated guidelines’ around prostate cancer have created a ‘wild west’ of what is implemented in the NHS

The Independent UK

‘Outdated guidance’ sees thousands at risk of prostate cancer ‘overtreatment’

Overtreatment of the disease can lead to side effects such as erectile dysfunction or incontinence, charity Prostate Cancer UK said.

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Man who raised £100k for charity since cancer diagnosis to take on 588-mile walk

Paul Dennington’s challenge will see him walk 588 miles over 36 days with a goal of raising £30,000.

Evening Standard

UK gambling industry launches summer charm offensive to head off tax rise

Exclusive: Lobbyists meet with ministers, and host a darts night with Labour advisers and MPs’ staff

The Guardian - UK

Dermot Murnaghan ‘fell through the gaps’ with stage four cancer diagnosis

The broadcaster, 67, announced his diagnosis with stage four prostate cancer in June, saying he was ‘responding positively’ to treatment.

Evening Standard

Prostate cancer screening must be overhauled, Sir Chris Hoy says

Sir Chris Hoy was diagnosed with stage four cancer at 47, below the age of highest risk

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Chris Hoy calls for systemic change in testing for prostate cancer

The Olympic cycling champion was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer at the age of 47 and is now advocating for men to get tested early.

Evening Standard

Gladiator Giant says prostate cancer blood test could save lives

The Gladiators star has been raising money and awareness for Prostate Cancer UK and is urging men to have blood tests.

Evening Standard

Patients being ‘failed’ by cancer workforce shortages – report

Concerns have been raised that staffing shortfalls are impacting patient care.

The Independent UK

‘Postcode lottery’ sees cancer patients face delays to treatment

Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) has called for the Government to act to address the ‘ticking time bomb’ for cancer patients

The Independent UK

AI to help more patients get prostate cancer drug that cuts risk of death

AI could eliminate the "postcode lottery" surrounding a life-extending treatment for advanced prostate cancer, researchers have said.

The Independent UK

New AI test can predict which men will benefit from prostate cancer drug

Artificial intelligence tool determines best candidates to take abiraterone, which can halve risk of death from disease

The Guardian - UK

New AI test could end ‘postcode lottery’ for ‘game changer’ prostate cancer drug

The test, developed by Artera, uses AI to pick up features invisible to the human eye on images of tumour samples.

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The Independent UK

AI to help end ‘postcode lottery’ for vital prostate cancer drug

It is hoped the technology can identify the patients who will benefit most from the ‘game changer’ drug

The Independent UK

President Biden has prostate cancer. But what are the symptoms and is it treatable?

Experts detail the signs of the disease and the prognosis

The Independent UK

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and how treatable is it?

Former US president Joe Biden has aggressive prostate cancer – Lisa Salmon asks an urologist what the signs of the disease are, and the prognosis.

The Independent UK

Groundbreaking new prostate cancer test found to improve detection of aggressive forms

The simple test can be performed at home and does not require a visit to the GP

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Evening Standard

Saliva test could help early detection of prostate cancer, new study suggests

Experts have developed a new test for the disease which examines genetic variants found in saliva

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Runner aims to break record for fastest London Marathon run in traffic cone suit

Michael Wiggins, from south London, aims to break the world record as he takes on his 18th London Marathon

Evening Standard

Wigan fan to cycle to 92 football league clubs in memory of late uncle

Matt Jopson will be raising money for Prostate Cancer UK and the Queencort Hospice where his uncle received end-of-life care.

Evening Standard

Upcoming BBC Crongton show will become ‘loving tribute’ to author Alex Wheatle

He wrote a string of books about life on London’s streets for young black men including the Crongton series.

Evening Standard

‘Brixton Bard’ Alex Wheatle dies aged 62 after prostate cancer battle

He was also known for being part of the 1981 Brixton riot – which inspired Sir Steve McQueen to direct the movie Alex Wheatle.

Evening Standard

Rob Burrow’s widow to run London Marathon in tribute to husband

Also among the runners will be the daughter of BBC broadcaster Bill Turnbull, Flora.

Golf Monthly

Prostate Cancer UK's Big Golf Race Returns For 2025

The charity is urging golfers of all abilities to "go the distance" in 2025 and play 36, 72 or 100 holes in a day to raise money which could help save men’s lives

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