Prostate cancer is the most common cancer amongst men and causes 10 000 deaths in the UK every year. 40,000 new cases are diagnosed each year and one in eight men in the UK will develop prostate cancer. Although the exact causes are unknown, a man with a first degree relative with prostate cancer e.g. brother or father is likely to be at a slightly higher risk of contracting this disease themselves. However, if caught early and treated appropriately, the recovery rates are extremely good. There is currently no screening programme for prostate cancer in the UK.

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?

There are generally no symptoms of prostate cancer in it’s earliest stages as it surrounds your urethra, however, once it grows it can affect the way you urinate, so men that experience changes in urination should seek medical advice from their doctor. Possible symptoms include:

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are particularly effective in identifying soft-tissue cancers, such as prostate, as the magnetic resonance uses the properties of the soft tissue itself to create the detail in the image. Because the MRI uses strong magnets you will be asked if you have any implants in your body which could be attracted to the magnets.

By combining an MRI scan with a blood test to check Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) levels, we can offer a highly effective screen for this disease. Please note that the blood test on its own is not effective as false positives can be caused by other issues such as a urinary tract infection or inflammation of the prostate.

In our opinion everyone needs a flu vaccine – flu vaccines are a great way to stay healthy over the autumn and winter period. The influenza virus can be a lethal disease and should be avoided accordingly. By having a flu jab you are not only protecting yourself but protecting those around you as well. Your family, friends and colleagues will all thank you from keeping flu at bay this year.

Chicken Pox Vaccination

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There is currently a national shortage of the chicken pox vaccine and we are unable to start new courses at present.

Please do not call us regarding chicken pox vaccine as we are unable to book any new vaccinations at present. If you complete the online form you will be added to the waiting list immediately.

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We have no further information at present regarding supplies but by joining the waiting list we will send updates regarding expected start dates when we hear by email.

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