A very good friend of ours has grown a fine moustache to show his support for the Movember charities. After breast awareness in October, it's only right that we should remember mens' cancers, like prostate and testicular cancer.
Like breast lumps, lumps in the testes can also be detected by self-examination and being aware of changes will prompt a visit to the GP. Prostate cancer, however, needs a professional approach and this might put some men off seeking help. This Morning have been running men's health clinics all this month, and last week Dr Chris Steele conducted a prostate exam during the show. Paul Ross was the perfect patient and was pleased to hear that all was OK with his prostate. A previous show covered self-examination for testicular lumps and changes. I'm sure these TV programs save lives.
After all, women are aware of breast examination and smear tests. We may not like it, but we do it. As we get older, more of us will develop cancer, so vigilance and early detection is vital.
Men, do your bit, don't hide behind your manliness.
Men, do your bit, don't hide behind your manliness.