Free Prostate Tests at Birmingham Leisure Centers

0:00On March 2nd, Birmingham Community Leisure Trust is rolling out free prostate-specific antigen tests for men over 40 who work at or visit their 10. Leisure centers run for the City Council. These quick blood tests check for elevated PSA levels that could signal prostate issues, helping catch problems early. The screenings kick off March 7th at Coxmore's Woods Leisure Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by April 18th at Alexander Stadium, during the same hours. Their partnering with Circle Leisure in the Grand Fulford Charitable Trust's My PSA Test Service to make this available. Prostate Cancer is now the top cancer hitting UK men, and stories like those of cyclist Sir Chris Hoy and ex-prime minister David Cameron have. Spotlighted it. The push comes from the loss of Justin Butler, a former colleague who passed from advanced prostate cancer early this year after a pandemic lockdown, delayed his check-up. Leaders stress early detection boosts survival odds big time, and they're honoring Justin

1:02by urging everyone eligible to get tested. Employees will see sign-up info on posters at centers, while customers get emails with booking codes. BCLT is covering the first 100 tests for customers at no cost. After that, it's just 26 pounds a pop. Spots are limited, so men over 40 at these spots should jump on it to stay ahead of risks.