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Aaron Bunch

King's prostate surgery expected to boost testing

King Charles' upcoming surgery for an enlarged prostate is expected to motivate more Australian men to seek testing for the condition.

The 75-year-old monarch's ailment, which is benign according to Buckingham Palace, has already driven a spike in checks in the UK after the news broke last week.

"The King's decision to share his medical diagnosis is a timely reminder for men to talk about the importance of checking prostate health and taking action," Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand vice president Damien Bolton said on Monday.

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