Councillor urges men to get tested after prostate cancer diagnosis from online test
bbc.com — November 16, 2024, 06:01 PM UTC
Brian Wernham, a Cumberland councillor, discovered he might have prostate cancer after using an online test. He is now urging men to take proactive steps for their health, emphasizing the importance of getting tested. Wernham's journey began when he sought help for fatigue but was initially prescribed antidepressants. After consulting an American urologist, he requested a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test, which led to his diagnosis of stage three prostate cancer. Prostate Cancer UK highlights that men over 50 in the UK can request a blood test, but outdated guidelines hinder discussions with GPs. The charity advises against home-testing kits and encourages men to consult their doctors.