Chris Hoy issues new health update during prostate cancer battle

Health & Fitness
25 Nov 2025 • 2:55 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Sir Chris Hoy, the six-time Olympic gold medallist, has revealed his terminal prostate cancer diagnosis has "in some ways improved my life".
  • He was diagnosed with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones, with doctors giving him a prognosis of two to four years to live.
  • The 49-year-old cyclist now focuses on enjoying the moment and finding positivity, stating he is "doing well" and spending time with family.
  • His comments follow David Cameron's disclosure of his own prostate cancer diagnosis, prompting him to advocate for a targeted screening programme.
  • The government's National Screening Committee is expected to decide on the NHS's first prostate cancer screening programme, as 12,000 men in the UK die from the disease annually.

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