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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.

Latest episodes

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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

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2 days ago - 14 mins

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The Last Word with Matt Cooper

How To Recognise The Signs Of Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in Ireland. Around 3,000 people are diagnosed every year, and one in seven will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Although the prognosis is generally good, prostate cancer is an illness that most men fear, and many are reluctant to go to the doctor. When people show symptoms, they often include getting up a lot at night to use the toilet, or going more frequently during the day. It's important to visit your GP if you experience symptoms, or if you have a family history of this type of cancer. When it comes to diagnosing prostate cancer, a blood test called the PSA is used. However, there is a high rate of false negatives and false positives associated with this test, and conversations are ongoing about the need for a screening programme. Dr Ray Walley joined us for our weekly medical consultation to tell us more about prostate cancer. Listen to the interview in full by pressing the play button on this page.