Prostate cancer is now the most common cancer in England, surpassing breast cancer diagnoses in 2022 and 2023, according to new analysis by Prostate Cancer UK.
The data reveals a significant 25 per cent spike in prostate cancer cases between 2019 and 2023. The charity attributed this increase to greater awareness of the disease, encouraging more men to seek early diagnoses and potentially life-saving treatment.The analysis of NHS data by Prostate Cancer UK has revealed that 50,751 men in England were diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2022, compared to the 48,531 breast cancer diagnoses recorded that year.The trend continued in 2023, with prostate cancer cases rising to 55,033, compared to 47,526 breast cancer diagnoses.
The data highlights the growing prevalence of prostate cancer, now firmly established as England's most diagnosed cancer, BristolLive reports.The NHS, as well as experts in the field, have pointed out some red flags symptoms of prostate cancer that you should never ignore.
These key signs are:Although these symptoms don’t always signal prostate cancer, it’s crucial to take them seriously and schedule a doctor’s appointment without delay.