Last Updated on July 27, 2026, 1:15 PM AST by Anthony Morris
Premier of Nevis, Mark Brantley has issued a message to the male population of the island. He has shared a message spreading awareness regarding prostate cancer.
Brantley took to his social media to share a post on the issue and urged the men to pay attention to their health and get regular check ups. The Premier highlighted that prostate cancer can often come without any early warning signs which makes the disease more difficult to foresee.
This is where the role of regular testing comes in, as regular tests, especially in men above forty years of age can save lives. The danger of prostate cancer affecting black men is disproportionately higher than white men.
This can be due to a genetic element that differs based on ethnic background and increases the likelihood of aggressive growth of tumours.
According to the statistic shared by Premier Mark Brantley, one in every four men are likely to develop prostate cancer. With this number, the Premier also warns the people across the island to not take risks with their healthcare
According to some statistics, on an average, black men are 70% more likely to be affected by prostate cancer. The mortality as well as the incident rate of prostate cancer diagnosis is double in black men.
Notably, health experts across the globe urge men to start prostate screenings as early as 45 years old. Healthcare experts also urge males to make it a point to understand warning signs associated with prostate cancer.
In the early stages, the disease may not show any warning signs. The officials
The post shared by Premier Brantley highlights the importance of men taking precautions to make sure that they can live healthy and long lives.
The Premier has also highlighted the importance of keeping in touch with their doctors and get regular checkups done.
The experts believe that despite the high risk, prostate cancer continues to remain a highly treatable disease. With right precautions, the people can significantly increase their chances of a successful treatment even after diagnosis.
Anthony Morris covers stories related to politics and regional developments. His in-depth reporting about governance and reforms makes him stand out in regional journalism, with a deep analysis of political trends and their impact on Caribbean communities.
