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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jane Kirby

Widespread prostate cancer screening could soon become a reality

The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) is poised to deliver its recommendations to the Government on Friday regarding expanded prostate cancer screening for men.

Currently, the UK lacks a national, population-wide screening programme for the disease, despite persistent calls from cancer charities and prominent figures for increased testing, particularly for those at highest risk.

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