7 h. ago Prostate cancer sufferers in ‘postcode lottery’ to get new drug, says charity

It comes as concerns were raised that a new drug approved for NHS use will not be given to eligible patients.

Events

38 h. ago Rugby legend Sir Ian McGeechan gives major update on cancer journey

McGeechan shared his diagnosis in May and underwent treatment, which included a six-week course of radiotherapy

Politics

44 h. ago Lions legend Sir Ian McGeechan issues health update after prostate cancer diagnosis

The iconic coach and TV pundit revealed he was undergoing treatment for prostate cancer earlier this year

Science

66 h. ago Biden completes round of radiation therapy for cancer as daughter Ashley says ex

The 82-year-old was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May. His daughter celebrated his successful treatment with a post on Instagram on Monday.

Politics

2 d. ago Biden completes round of radiation therapy for cancer as daughter Ashley says ex president has been 'so damn brave'

The 82-year-old was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May, months after he left office and was replaced by Donald Trump .

Politics

3 d. ago Biden completes a round of radiation therapy as part of his prostate cancer treatment

A spokesperson for Joe Biden says the former Democratic president has completed several weeks of radiation therapy to treat an aggressive form of prostate cancer

Politics

3 d. ago Oasis reveal huge update as Bonehead's replacement confirmed

Oasis have finally revealed who will be replacing Bonehead on their upcoming tour dates after he was forced to withdraw due to requiring treatment for prostate cancer

Politics

5 d. ago Our ultimate guide to the pros and cons of prostate cancer screening: We reveal why some doctors are opposed to mass testing, who SHOULD ask for a check and the truth about the risks

According to reports circulating last week, the Government is set to kick into the long grass the proposal for a national prostate cancer screening programme.

Events

6 d. ago Medics hail common painkiller ibuprofen for cancer prevention

A common painkiller taken by millions could have cancer fighting properties, slashing the risk of womb, bowel, lung and prostate cancers, experts have suggested.

Events

7 d. ago Men with the 'Angelia Jolie gene' should get annual prostate cancer checks, experts say

Experts at the Institute of Cancer Research said men with with BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations are at such high risk they would benefit from screening.

Science

7 d. ago Cancer experts warn these men should have prostate screenings every year

BRCA gene mutations are linked to a higher chance of developing prostate cancer at a younger age and in a more aggressive form

Events

7 d. ago Men with BRCA gene mutations ‘should be given annual prostate cancer checks’

The UK National Screening Committee is reviewing the evidence for an NHS prostate cancer screening programme.

Politics

7 d. ago Men with ‘Angelina Jolie’ gene ‘should be regularly tested’ for killer cancer as rates continue to rise

MEN with the Angelina Jolie cancer genes should get routine prostate screening on the NHS from the age of 40, says the Institute for Cancer Research. It is a major intervention from the country’s top cancer scientists. Government advisers are debating whether men should get regular blood tests to check their risk of prostate cancer....

Events

8 d. ago These men are at high risk for prostate cancer – so why aren’t they being screened?

With the backing of Rishi Sunak, Prostate Cancer UK published a report to the national screening committee back in 2022 in support of a targeted program for men at ‘high risk’. So, who are they – and will the government listen? Rebecca Thomas reports

Events

9 d. ago New prostate cancer treatment shows promise and 'could help 40 per cent'

It can slow tumour growth and trigger cancer cell death

Politics

9 d. ago Scientists reveal new method that could treat patients with advanced prostate cancer

A new, two-pronged method could help treat as many as 40 per cent of patients with late-stage disease

Science

9 d. ago Scientists discover drug combination to help prostate cancer patients live longer

The Institute of Cancer Research finds that combining existing breast and blood cancer drugs could halt the growth of tumours in the prostate

Science

9 d. ago Prostate cancer screening would save thousands of lives and have a 'generational impact' on men's health, Rishi Sunak says

The former Conservative prime minister stood alongside Labour's deputy prime minister David Lammy as they called for targeted checks for men at highest risk of the disease.

Society

9 d. ago Rishi Sunak branded 'hypocrite' by angry BBC Breakfast viewers over NHS plea

BBC Breakfast viewers were left fuming by ex Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's latest interview in which he urged for targeted prostate cancer screening programmes to be introduced

Politics

1 week ago Is UK National Screening Committee really going to deny prostate tests for sake of £18 a patient? Report estimates targeted screening would save thousands of men's lives

A lifesaving prostate screening programme would require only five more MRI scanners and 75 extra staff, including four urologists, Prostate Cancer Research says.

Economics