St Neots Screening Day Aims to Make History
122 Men Tested in One Day as Purple Horizons Champions Prostate Health Awareness
Purple Horizons is proud to celebrate an extraordinary achievement in St Neots, where 122 men took part in a prostate screening day, making it the largest number of men tested in a single day by Miss Shah MBE and her dedicated team from North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.
The event formed part of the Purple Horizons Prostate Project, an initiative focused on improving awareness of prostate cancer, encouraging men to take their health seriously and promoting the importance of early testing and seeking medical advice.
Breaking Down Barriers Around Men's Health
Prostate health is an issue that affects thousands of men and their families, yet conversations about it can still be difficult.
The Prostate Project aims to change that by creating accessible opportunities for men to learn more about their health, ask questions, seek advice and take proactive steps towards their wellbeing.
The St Neots screening day provided an important opportunity for men to have a PSA test alongside a Digital Rectal Examination (DRE), while also creating a safe and supportive environment for conversations about prostate health.
For Purple Horizons, the significance of the day goes far beyond the number of men tested.
Every conversation matters. Every test matters. And early awareness can make a real difference.
A total of 122 men were tested during the screening day, an achievement that Purple Horizons believes demonstrates the power of bringing healthcare, community organisations and local supporters together.
The event was inspired by prostate cancer advocate Dave Young, whose passion for raising awareness and encouraging men to take action has helped drive the Prostate Project forward.
The screening was delivered by Miss Shah MBE and her amazing team from North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, whose commitment to men's health made the day possible.
The event was hosted by Eaton Socon Health Centre, part of Lakeside Health, providing an accessible and welcoming setting for the screening.
A Community Effort
An achievement of this scale could only happen through partnership and community support.
Purple Horizons would like to express its sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to the success of the day, including:
Miss Shah MBE and the North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust team
Eaton Socon Health Centre and Lakeside Health especially Dr Chetty and Dr Murphy
Ian Sollom MP
Cllr Brett Mickelburgh, Huntingdonshire District Council
Cllr Sarah Pitt, St Neots Town Council
Deputy Lieutenant Dr Neil Modha DL
Dave Young, prostate cancer advocate
The volunteers, supporters and everyone involved behind the scenes
Jerry Williams Prostrate Cancer Advocate
Black Cat Radio
And, most importantly, the 122 men who came forward to be tested
This collective commitment demonstrates what can be achieved when a community comes together around an issue that can save lives.
Keeping the Conversation Going
The Prostate Project will continue working to make conversations around men's health easier, more accessible and more commonplace.
Men are encouraged not to ignore concerns about their health and to speak to an appropriate healthcare professional if they have questions or symptoms.
