King Charles III recent cancer diagnosis has turned a much-need spotlight on male cancers, not just in the UK but globally. Charles broke royal protocol by announcing his health problems to the media, in the hope that more people will get checked out.
BBC One’s ‘EastEnders’ has also bravely tacked the subject of male cancers with one of its lead characters Alfie Moon (played by Shane Richie) having been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The show has touched on Alfie’s diagnosis, his prostatectomy, hormone therapy and radiotherapy treatments.
Although Palace officials have not given the exact details of Charles’ cancer he was treated for an enlarged prostate in January.
Sadly 1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime. If you’re over 50, you’re black or your dad/brother has had it, you’re at even higher risk. Prostate cancer is not always life-threatening but when it is the earlier you catch it the more likely it is to be cured.
Possible prostate cancer symptoms include; difficulty starting to urinate or emptying your bladder, a weak flow when you urinate, a feeling that your bladder hasn’t emptied properly, dribbling urine after you finish urinating, needing to urinate more often than usual (especially at night) and a sudden need to urinate. It is advised you make an appointment with your local GP if you are experiencing any of the problems listed above.
However, most men with early prostate cancer don’t have any signs or symptoms so ensure you get regular medical health checks at your GP; a simple urine test can detect high levels of PSA, an indicator you could have prostate cancer.
For more information on the disease visit www.prostatecanceruk.org or call 0800 074 8383.
LONG HAIR IS BACK
Longer hair for men is in this Spring/Summer, if you fancy taking the plunge? The 2024 Emmy Awards saw actors like Pedro Pascal and Jeremy Allen White grace the red carpet donning longer tresses. Not to mention Hollywood heartthrobs Leonardo Di Caprio, Brad Pitt and Jared Leto who are huge fans of longer hairstyles. Brad favours tousled mid-length, Leonardo prefers slicked-back and Jared has braved the all-out long, rocker style. In addition to these A-list celeb advocates, Google has seen a 200% increase in searches for “how to style long hair men.” However, maintaining longer hair can be difficult, especially when you’re in that really awkward in-between stage. Sit down with your hairstylist/barber and set a plan of how you want your hair to look as it grows. Make sure to discuss your desired end goal, in terms of style and length and this will help your stylist to understand how to shape your hair and customise your current haircut to achieve your look. Remember products are key when it comes to growing your hair out. We are huge fans of Bluebeards at Clean Cuts in Guildford, Oribe at Nico Bouquet in Cobham or Davines at Hair & Bone in Esher.
SKINTED V MINTED
LEOPARD PRINT T-SHIRT
This month we are going wild for these edgy, leopard print Tees. Choose from this black print from Adidas if Skinted. Or if Minted, uber-cool brand All Saints have just dropped this leopard print emblazoned slogan T-Shirt in 12 different colourways.
SKINTED
ADIDAS, £40
MINTED
ALL SAINTS, £55
LEOPARD PRINT TRAINERS
Give a subtle nod to the trend with a splash of leopard print on your trainers. We love these black Converse All Star with leopard print logo and detailed stripe if Skinted or these New Balance 327 trainers in off-white with leopard logo are great if Minted.
SKINTED
CONVERSE, £85
MINTED
NEW BALANCE, £120
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