Health Testing Events for Men and Women
In 2019 Kenilworth Lions, in conjunction with the Graham Fulford Charitable Trust, arranged their first blood testing session for men to check their Prostate Specific Antigen readings (PSA). Since then, over 1000 blood tests have been undertaken resulting in a number of men requiring further tests, via their GP’s, to check the health of their prostate in more detail. Several referrals have resulted in ongoing treatment for prostate cancer or enlarged prostate.
In collaboration with Kenilworth Rugby Club, we are able to facilitate Health Testing Events on behalf of the Graham Fulford Charitable Trust, at a convenient location.
In recent years, as well as PSA testing for men, other tests are now made available for men and women to apply for, namely:
| Diabetes | Kidney Function |
| Cholesterol | Liver Function |
| Thyroid | Vitamin D |
| Iron Count | Female Hormones (Testing Hormone levels affected by the Menopause) |
The tests listed above are important to your overall wellbeing, especially as we get older!
Prostate cancer and PSA tests
According to Prostate Cancer UK, about 1 in 8 men in the UK will get prostate cancer in their lifetime. Prostate cancer mainly affects men over 50, and this risk increases with age. The risk is even higher for 1 in 4 black men and men with a family history of prostate cancer. However, all men over 40 should consider having this test, particularly where this disease runs in the family.
Although there is no national screening programme currently in place to have a PSA blood test, it is the best available at the current time. A positive or ‘red’ result will suggest that the matter be discussed with one’s GP. Any follow up checks may then be arranged in order to ascertain a correct diagnosis.
It is important to note that these tests are not 100% in their accuracy. We urge you to check the prostate cancer website for further advice. You can also obtain advice and support from ‘Tackle Prostate Cancer’ .
Test Results
Test results are usually emailed to all participants within 24 to 48 hours. Those with Positive or ‘red’ results, will be asked to contact their GP for further advice and potential referrals.
Future Sessions
Looking forward we will continue to facilitate testing sessions for our community.
We arrange two sessions a year, usually about May and November.
Details below for the next Health Testing Event
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