The London Freemasons Charity has made a significant commitment to support the Metropolitan Grand Lodge’s (MetGL) Prostate Cancer Screening initiative by agreeing to sponsor it for the next five years. This sponsorship, worth £75,000, secures vital funding for the program until 2030. The initiative, which began in 2020, aims to save lives through early detection of prostate cancer.
Over the last four years, MetGL has held 17 screening sessions, reaching over 1,500 men. Of those screened, 81 individuals (5.67%) required urgent follow-up due to potential cancer or an enlarged prostate. The impact of this initiative has been life-changing, with many men in London expressing their gratitude after being diagnosed with prostate cancer through the program.
On a national level, the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) has screened 9,300 men in the same period, underscoring the importance of these efforts in promoting men’s health. The support from The London Freemasons Charity ensures the continued success of this initiative, helping save even more lives through early detection and raising awareness about the risks of prostate cancer.
