The Urology Foundation’s Post

Did you know, nearly 75,000 males in the UK are diagnosed with a urology cancer every year? That's over 200 every day. September is Urology Awareness Month and we're calling on men to know their risk factors for urology cancers (including ethnicity, age and family history) and know your normal. If you have concerns or recognise that something’s not right below the belt... Be a legend! Speak out to get help. Find out more: https://ow.ly/c5Vi50TaZQr #UrologyAwarenessMonth #UAM2024 #Urology #MensHealth

📣Our Small Projects Fund is now open! 📣 We're awarding grants of up to £10,000 for projects that can be delivered within two years and seek to improve the quality of clinical services and patient treatments. Applicants should be able to show how their project is beneficial to patient care and how it might improve practice. This fund is open to applications from nurses, clinicians and allied health professionals. Deadline for applications: 23:59 31 October 2024 ⏱️ To apply visit: https://lnkd.in/eF3p4VRz #urology #funding #UrologyAwarenessMonth #UAM24

From lumps and bumps, problems with urinary flow and blood in pee to erectile dysfunction, aching groin and frequent trips to urinate - there's lots of things that can happen below the belt. So if you notice something's not right, be a LEGEND - reach out for support from a healthcare professional. For information on men's urology health visit: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y #UrologyAwarenessMonth #UAM24 #MensHealth #Urology

Our latest survey of 2000 UK men uncovered significant gaps in men’s understanding of their own bodies and urology health. 💡 7 in 10 men didn’t know the role of their prostate 💡1 in 2 men didn't know where the prostate is located 💡Only 1 in 3 men aged 18-24 knew the location of their prostate 💡Men were much more knowledgeable about female sexual anatomy, with around two thirds of men knowing where the clitoris is located Find out more about our findings on our website: https://lnkd.in/e5xvaew6 To learn more about men's urology health this #UrologyAwarenessMonth visit: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y #UAM24 #MensHealth #Urology

"Frequent trips to the loo must be normal, right?" We're busting the common myths about men's urology health! Download your guide today! https://lnkd.in/eEpK3uGM Learn more about men's urology health on our website: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y #UrologyAwarenessMonth #UAM24 #MensHealth #Urology

🚨Busting men's urology health myths!🚨 When it comes to urology health, many men may believe common myths to explain away potentially significant symptoms. From changes in bathroom habits to unexpected changes ‘down there’, men’s urology health can be a bit of a mystery... That's why we've created our handy guide 'Busting Myths: Men's Urology Health' Our guide busts the myths and provides information on what to do if you experience symptoms. Download your copy today: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y #UrologyAwarenessMonth #UAM24 #MensHealth #Urology

This #UrologyAwarenessMonth, we're delighted to be supported by our Ambassador, Stephen Fry. Stephen started supporting The Urology Foundation after being treated for prostate cancer and has spoken very openly about his experiences. We thank Stephen for his continued support and for raising awareness of the need for men to recognise what's going on below the belt, be a LEGEND and speak to a healthcare professional if something doesn't feel right. For ideas on how you can support our campaign visit: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y #UAM24 #ProstateCancer #Urology #MensHealth

Great to see so much support for #UrologyAwarenessMonth To find out how you can support the campaign, visit our website: https://lnkd.in/eqZ2Gn7Y From displaying our materials and posters and recording video messages of support to starting conversations with friends and family about urology health - there's so many ways to get involved! #UAM24