Sir Chris Hoy's Terminal Prostate Cancer Highlights Urgent Need for Awareness

The Olympic champion's diagnosis underscores the importance of early detection and understanding risk factors for prostate cancer.

Sir Chris Hoy, a six-time Olympic gold medalist, has been diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer that has spread to his bones.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with over 52,000 diagnosed annually in the UK and one in eight men affected in their lifetime.
Early detection is critical, as prostate cancer often shows no symptoms until it is advanced, making routine checks vital for at-risk groups.
Common symptoms include urinary difficulties and blood in urine or semen, but these can also indicate non-cancerous conditions.
Risk factors include age, family history, ethnicity, and lifestyle, with men over 50 and those with a family history needing regular screenings.