WATCH: Prostate cancer on the rise among young black men, early detection is key
Early detection of prostate cancer could save a life and men need access to information.
According to Janssen Pharmaceutica South Africa, one in ten South African men will be affected by prostate cancer in their lifetime.
It is particularly on the rise among young black men.
While most common in men over the age of 50, it is not unheard of for men to be diagnosed in their 20s.
It is so prevalent that, theoretically, two men in every rugby team or one man in every soccer team will have it.
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The pharmaceutical company has launched the Here For You campaign to create awareness around the importance of getting tested, having regular screenings, the treatment options that are available and life after diagnosis.
The objective is to remove the stigma around the testing process as all you need is a simple blood test.
By sharing their video, you could help save that one in ten.
#asimplebloodtest #prostatecancerawareness #knowyourstatus
SEE THE VIDEO HERE:
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