MEN’S HEALTH
John Hartson
the ‘openness’ with which he spoke about both the physical and mental challenges was appreciated by online attendees. Many of those watching and listening took the time to thank the officer and some also shared something of their own healthcare journeys. The officer told the webinar: “It was a very difficult time. Some of the most difficult days of my life but I was reassured to hear that the treatments can be very successful.” He pointed out that he didn’t fall within the ’typical’ demographic of those at risk but his case goes to show all men can be affected and the importance of awareness and vigilance should not be underestimated. Also sharing his experience at the webinar was ex-professional footballer, John Hartson. His playing career saw him playing for clubs such as Arsenal, West Ham and Wimbledon and since his retirement from the field, he has become a regular pundit for sports programmes on Sky, Premier Sports and BT Sports. He is an excellent communicator and he also spoke very openly and candidly about his illness but also the work he now does in the foundation that he set up in his name. The John Hartson Foundation was
established to help raise awareness of testicular cancer and provide support for those affected by the disease. Other contributors included Kate
Young and Ryan Crown who spoke about rehabilitation and financial support on offer for police officers who receive a cancer diagnosis. The online webinar itself was hosted by
“It was a very difficult time. Some of the most difficult days of my life but I was reassured to hear that the treatments can be very successful.”
National Board member and men’s health lead, Zac Mader. He told us “These men’s health webinars are extremely important because we want to encourage men to consider both their physical and mental wellbeing.
Traditionally men can be more of a closed book when it comes to their health, so we want to provide a safe space for them to access useful resources and links to other organisations for further help”. Zac added: “The Federation takes its responsibilities to its members very seriously and I’d also like to point out that officers can reach out to their local reps if they need any additional support”.
These online sessions are run on a regular basis and they are completely free to attend. PFEW members can join live and have the ability to ask questions or add their voice to conversation and where live attendance may not be possible, the sessions are archived and available to watch after each event.
The webinar was well received with positive comments posted such as: “Drew a crowd around my laptop, keep it up!” “Thank you for sharing your experience, this session will absolutely save lives.”
“I am a survivor of testicular cancer and been clear for 7 years. I’m still tempted to fob off twinges, but my wife makes sure I get checked over. I go once a year for check-ups now.”
You can watch this webinar along with others via the PFEW YouTube cannel @PoliceFederation
WHERE TO GO
FOR TESTICULAR CANCER INFO AND SUPPORT
www.cancerresearchuk.org/about- cancer/testicular-cancer/living-with/ resources-support
www.testicularcancerawareness
foundation.org
www.cancerresearchuk.org/ about-cancer/testicular-cancer/ living-with/support-home
www.testicularcanceruk.com
www.uk.movember.com/ men-s-health/testicular-cancer
www.therobincancertrust.org/ testicular-cancer
www.macmillan.org.uk
www.myhealthgroup.co.uk/your-care/ managing-your-health/long-term- conditions/3822-2/testicular-cancer
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