Peter Baxter

If you're 50 ask for your free PSA (prostate) test

Monday 1st Apr 2024

We're not automatically notified when this test is available but when men reach the age of 50 it is freely available. All you need to do is contact your doctor’s surgery and request it; they will take a vial of blood for analysis. Yes just one vial of blood - It's not the unscientific method of a digit pushed where the sun doesn't shine, the thought of which probably puts a lot of us off. The result will be back within a week and if the reading is low all well and good, if the reading is high it could just be an enlarged prostate - they’ll do more tests. If it’s anything more serious, it’s better to catch it early rather than later.

This link has more information:-

https://www.prostate-cancer-research.org.uk/prostate-and-you/getting-checked-for-prostate-cancer/?gad_source=1

 

I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

Monday 1st Apr 2024 On Sunday the 19th of May 2024, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.