Movember aims to raise awareness of prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental disorders such as depression that are often a taboo subject for men. Movember also aims to raise funds for medical research. The objective is also to prevent the risk of the disease by advocating early detection for men. There are two screening methods for prostate cancer, the digital rectal examination and the PSA assay which is done via a blood test. In the event of an abnormality, a biopsy of the prostate can determine the presence of cancer.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in France and represents the third leading cause of cancer death in men. It is therefore important not to be afraid to talk about it and to get informed. Adopting the right reflexes such as screening can increase the chances of recovery and save lives.
Regardless of your age, if you notice changes between two exams, talk to a professional. Movember lets you join communities of “bros” with whom you can talk about your concerns about prostate cancer.
The #Movember hashtag gives you access to information about Movember, you can share and react on the Hashtag throughout the year.
By donating to Movember, you can save lives. Your donations fund solutions to improve the lives of patients with prostate or testicular cancer.
Donations also help to promote communication on mental issues affecting men and women. Namely that 3 out of 4 suicides are committed by men. Mental problems are still too taboo in our society, we have to move things forward.
You can support the fight against cancer of the prostate, testicles or mental disorders by making a donation directly on the Movember website