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Foundation urges caution over prostate home testing

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The Prostate Cancer Foundation is warning people to avoid home testing kits, saying they can lead to unnecessary anxiety for some and false reassurance for others. It says it's seen an increase in marketing for home kits, which can cost between $20 and $50, and are advising people to head to the GP if they are concerned or need a test. The Foundation's CEO, Peter Dickens spoke to John Campbell.

The Prostate Cancer Foundation is warning people to avoid home testing kits, saying they can lead to unnecessary anxiety for some and false reassurance for others. It says it's seen an increase in marketing for home kits, which can cost between $20 and $50, and are advising people to head to the GP if they are concerned or need a test. The Foundation's CEO, Peter Dickens spoke to John Campbell.

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