Prostate cancer is a significant health concern that requires attention within primary care settings.  You will explore the latest advancements in screening, diagnosis, and management of prostate cancer, emphasising the vital role primary care providers play in early detection and patient education. 

Join us to gain insights into evidence-based practices, discuss challenges faced in primary care, and learn how to effectively communicate with patients about their risks and treatment options. 

This interactive session aims to empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to improve outcomes for patients affected by prostate cancer.

Areas covered will therefore include:

• What is prostate cancer?
• Epidemiology
• Types of prostate cancer
• Risk Factors
• Red Flag symptoms, when to suspect Prostate Cancer
• Assessment of a person with suspected prostate cancer should include, where appropriate:

          > A prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test. How to counsel prior to PSA test

          > A digital rectal examination (DRE). Video demonstration and demonstration using anatomical model 

            (interactive session)

• Local referral pathways if abnormal PSA and/or abnormal DRE.
• Treatments for prostate cancer