More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening

The GuardianMonday, November 24, 2025 at 11:54:38 PM
More than 100 MPs urge Streeting to approve prostate cancer screening
  • More than 100 MPs, including Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, have called on Health Secretary Wes Streeting to implement prostate cancer screening for men at high risk. The UK National Screening Committee is expected to provide recommendations on this matter later this week, as reported by the Telegraph.
  • This development highlights a growing concern among lawmakers regarding prostate cancer, which affects a significant number of men. If approved, the screening could lead to earlier detection and treatment, potentially improving health outcomes for those at risk.
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