Focus on Men's Health

Cancer Focus NI

Every year, around 6,600 men are diagnosed with cancer in Northern Ireland. About 2,000 of these are the less serious non-malignant skin cancers. These are startling statistics but over half of all cancers can be prevented with a healthier lifestyle.

The 3 most common cancers in men:

Prostate

Over 1,000 men are diagnosed each year. If you are experiencing any symptoms speak to your doctor.

Bowel

Over 700 men are diagnosed each year. If you are aged between 60 and 74 please use the bowel testing kit when it is sent to your home as part of the bowel screening programme.

Lung

Over 600 men are diagnosed with lung cancer each year. Tobacco is the major cause-1 in 6 people with the disease have never smoked.

To read some simple tips on reducing your cancer risk Click here and view the full guide

If you have any concerns about cancer you can talk to one of our specialist nurses on the Cancer Focus NI free information and support NurseLine on 0800 783 3339 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 1pm). You can also email us on nurseline@cancerfocusni.org.

P: 028 9066 3281

E: care@cancerfocusni.org

W: www.cancerfocusni.org

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