Derren's story
With 1 in 8 men diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, it’s important to be aware of the signs, as well as those who are at higher risk...
Watch Derren's storyDerren shared his story with us to help raise awareness and encourage men to get checked out sooner. Getting checked early on can make all the difference in making a full recovery, as Derren found out.
Watch Derren’s story to find out more about his experience of prostate cancer, the treatment he had and the symptoms to look out for.
Derren's story
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