Hervey Bay prostate cancer survivor set to tackle 72km for charity
With one in five Australian men likely to be diagnosed in their lifetime, PCFA is calling on people to register now at www. thelongrun. org. au
LOCAL HERVEY Bay resident, Evan Munroe is leading the charge to help raise awareness of prostate cancer by joining The Long Run this September.
The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA) campaign calls on Australians to run, walk or ride 72km throughout Prostate Cancer Awareness Month to raise awareness and funds for research and support.
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the local region, and one Australian man will be diagnosed every 22 minutes.
Mr Munroe was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2022 at just 52 years old and underwent a prostatectomy five months later. “The surgery was successful and I’m doing really well since,” he said.
“I’m taking part in The Long Run because we need to increase the awareness around prostate cancer, PSA testing and early detection.
“Prostate cancer is not just an old man’s disease – younger men are being diagnosed all the time and the impact on their lives can be significant.
“We need men to be asking for a PSA test and understanding their risks so that they are diagnosed early. In the first instance, it’s just a blood test and could save your life.”
With one in five Australian men likely to be diagnosed in their lifetime, PCFA is calling on people to register now at www.thelongrun.org.au.
“I’m looking forward to taking part in The Long Run and covering 72km throughout the month to support this important cause,” Mr Munroe said.
Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Anne Savage, commended Mr Munroe for making a difference. “Community action is key to cancer control, helping us to raise awareness of Australia’s most commonly diagnosed cancer and encourage early detection,” Ms Savage said.
“Evan is a role model and an inspiration – demonstrating that together we can make a difference, helping love go the distance against prostate cancer.”
You can support Mr Munroe directly via www.thelongrun.org.au/fundraisers/evanmunroe
