Sir Chris Hoy, in his appeal, emphasized the importance of early screening for prostate cancer, urging that the NHS should allow younger men at risk to receive PSA tests.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting acknowledged the weight of Sir Chris's argument, indicating he has asked the NHS to consider lowering the age for PSA testing based on compelling evidence.
Prostate Cancer UK supports the push for more regular checks, highlighting that early detection could significantly reduce the mortality rate from prostate cancer among at-risk men.
The current NHS guidelines do not routinely offer PSA tests to men under 50 without symptoms, although they can request one if they choose to do so.
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