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Prostate news article, January 2008


Dr Thomas Stuttaford answers your questions on screening

  

Article by Dr Thomas Stuttaford, Medical Correspondent, The Times and Vice-President Prostate UK

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"I am interested in the screening program taken by Dr Stuttaford and am wondering why he did it - was it just research? Would I benefit by this, for example is it likely to point to any lifestyle changes I need to take since I am in the 'end game' of life to improve quality and/or longevity? I have read that screening is a waste of time and feeds paranoia about ones health. I only go to a doctor if a really need to."

 

The full text of this article is available from TimesOnLine.