Experts criticize outdated NHS guidelines on prostate cancer testing, linked to thousands of preventable deaths.

Experts criticize outdated NHS guidelines on prostate cancer testing, claiming they lead to thousands of preventable deaths annually. Prostate Cancer UK advocates for high-risk men to be offered prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests, even without symptoms, citing studies that show these tests can lower mortality rates. Current regulations restrict GPs from proactively providing PSA tests to high-risk individuals, hindering timely diagnosis and care.

October 13, 2024
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