The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia has officially launched Life Force, a prostate cancer awareness program championed by community volunteers, including David Golding of Saratoga.
Prostate cancer is now the most diagnosed cancer in Australia and the most common cancer among Australian men.
More than 24,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year, with one in five men diagnosed by the age of 85.
Through PCFA’s Life Force program, local businesses and community organisations will have the opportunity to welcome a trained community speaker like Golding on site to present on prostate cancer symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
When detected early, prostate cancer is easier to treat and beat with survival rates at nearly 100 per cent for stage one diagnoses.
Golding said public awareness of prostate cancer saves lives through early detection.
“This is why I decided to join the Life Force program,” he said.
“I am one of the men diagnosed every 22 minutes in Australia and my own experience with the disease has motivated me to speak out about men’s health.
“Alongside fellow volunteers from across the country, I will be visiting local businesses and community organisations to give people the chance to learn life-saving information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
“I encourage you to reach out and book in a presentation today – you could help save another life.”
PCFA CEO Anne Savage said that the launch of Life Force is key to the organisation’s mission.
“The Life Force program will help us reduce the burden of prostate cancer for all Australians, mobilising the community to drive research, prevention and early detection, improved treatment, and world-class psychosocial care,” she said.
“Our team of dedicated and passionate community speakers are activating and motivating workplaces and community groups to play their part in helping to make prostate cancer history.
“There has never been a more important time to prioritise health and wellbeing in the workplace and in the community.”
To get involved with Life Force, visit www.pcfa.org.au/awareness/pcfa-life-force-program/ or call 1800 22 00 99.
For prostate cancer information and support, visit www.pcfa.org.au
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Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia