01/09/2026
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month
What is the prostate?
The prostate is a small gland about the size of a walnut and forms part of the male reproductive system. It sits below the bladder and in front of the re**um. Prostate cancer begins when abnormal cells in the prostate start growing in an uncontrolled way and it is the most common cancer in Australian men (except for skin cancer).
What are the risk factors for prostate cancer?
Factors that increase the risk of developing prostate cancer include:
*getting older – especially being aged 50 and over
* family history of prostate, breast or ovarian cancer
Although prostate cancer is less common under the age of 50, it can affect men of any age.
Awareness and early detection
You can learn more about prostate cancer risks and symptoms at https://www.cancer.org.au/types-of-cancer/prostate-cancer