Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
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Find out how employers can use Prostate Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness, share resources and support employees affected by prostate cancer.
The value of supporting Prostate Cancer Awareness month at work
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in men. In the UK, about 1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime.
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month gives you an opportunity to promote awareness of prostate cancer and the signs to spot.
As an employer, supporting employees affected by prostate cancer, whether they have been diagnosed themselves or are caring for someone, goes beyond raising awareness.
By offering the right support, you can help your employees feel valued, cared for and able to manage their health and wellbeing.
Promoting Prostate Cancer Awareness Month at work
Here are some ways workplaces can let employees know it’s Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and encourage them to get involved:
Raise awareness
You can share information and resources with employees, including common symptoms of prostate cancer and the Prostate Cancer UK risk checker.
Provide a safe space for employees to have conversations about prostate cancer and other health topics.
Organise workplace wellbeing events
Plan workplace events that incorporate health and wellbeing to keep staff engaged.
Find out about Prostate Cancer UK’s March the Month virtual step challenge.
Provide educational sessions
Invite health professionals into your workplace to talk about prostate cancer, the risk factors and spotting symptoms.
Promoting awareness throughout the year
Taking small steps can help create a workplace where your employees feel knowledgeable, supported and empowered to look after their health.
Here are some things you can do throughout the year:
Raise awareness about cancer
Make health issues a key part of your workplace wellbeing plans.
Share information about campaigns like Prostate Cancer Awareness Month through staff communication channels.
You can use our campaigns and events section to find more campaigns to support.
Encourage open conversations
Talking openly about cancer can help raise awareness and improve outcomes.
Encourage employees to have open conversations and promote how to talk about cancer in your workplace.
Provide access to support
Ensure your employees know where to find trusted advice and help.
Consider sharing information from trusted sources including:
Find out more
Find out how your workplace can take part in Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and get resources on the Prostate Cancer UK and Macmillan websites.
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