- Sir Chris Hoy, 49, revealed he was diagnosed with terminal stage four prostate cancer in 2023 at age 47, which has since spread to his bones.
- His diagnosis at a younger age than the typical NHS high-risk group (over 50) highlights his urgent call for earlier prostate cancer screening.
- Sir Chris advocates for systemic changes to testing protocols, including proactive PSA blood tests for high-risk men like those with a family history or Black men.
- Prostate Cancer UK supports his plea, urging the UK Government to overhaul NHS guidelines to encourage GPs to discuss testing with high-risk men from age 45.
- He has launched the Tour de 4 charity cycling challenge to raise awareness and inspire action, with his advocacy already prompting many to use online risk checkers.
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