Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer

02/11/2026

November is Men’s Health Awareness Month.

Young or old, whatever your age, background, ethnicity or circumstances - your health matters, and YOU matter.

Too often, men put their health last. They ignore symptoms, delay seeking advice, avoid difficult conversations, or assume everything will be fine.

It’s time to change that.

👉 Listen to your body and don’t ignore changes
👉 Get to know what’s normal for you
👉 Seek advice when something doesn’t feel right
👉 Encourage the men in your life to do the same

Whether you’re 18 or 80, Orchid is here to help you understand prostate, testicular and pe**le cancer, recognise the warning signs, and know when to seek advice.

Don’t wait for a health scare. This November, make yourself a promise and encourage your fathers, sons, brothers, partners, friends and colleagues to do the same.

Because looking after men’s health isn’t just a November conversation. It’s a lifelong commitment.

Find out more: orchid-cancer.org.uk

31/10/2026

Orchid is supporting the BALANCE study, an initiative from the European Association of Urology Patient Office.

BALANCE seeks to understand how prostate cancer impacts Black African and Black Caribbean men, and to identify inequalities in care and treatment outcomes. As well as men in the UK, it is open to communities in different parts of the world.

It is hoped the findings will help change health policy and improve clinical guidelines for men from these communities who have been, or will be, affected by prostate cancer.

To read more about the BALANCE project, its partners and team, and how men can take part in the online survey, visit: patients.uroweb.org/balance

Watch for more: https://youtu.be/itMsNb5m2vs

28/10/2026

This Black History Month, we’re asking you to watch our film, share it, and Pass It On.

In the UK, 1 in 4 Black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, around double the risk faced by White men. The risk also starts to rise at a younger age. Early prostate cancer often causes no symptoms, so knowing your risk really matters.

Watch John’s story (link in bio), then send it to a father, brother, uncle, partner or friend who may not know they’re at higher risk. Share it in your family chat, faith group, workplace or WhatsApp groups.

One person watches. They share it. A conversation begins. Someone seeks advice sooner.

Watch it. Share it. Talk about it. Pass It On.

23/10/2026

8,665 conversations. Our biggest roadshow year yet. 🎉

From Glasgow to Aldershot, Basildon to Hull, we took male cancer awareness straight into the heart of communities this year.

👥 8,665 people reached
🗣️ 8,057 men engaged
🤝 1,587 Black African and Black Caribbean men and women reached
📋 8,962 awareness resources handed out

But the impact goes beyond the numbers. Every conversation is a chance to challenge stigma, break down barriers and help someone take charge of their health.

Because one conversation could change a life. One conversation could save a life.

Thank you to everyone who made 2026 our most successful year yet. More communities, more conversations, more lives potentially saved and we’re not stopping here.

20/10/2026

We’ve got a few charity places left for the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday 4 April 2027.

13.1 miles, closed roads, and a route that takes in Big Ben, St Paul’s, the Tower of London and Nelson’s Column before finishing by Downing Street. It’s the event’s 10th anniversary, so expect the crowds to be louder than ever!!

Run it for the men who need us. Every pound you raise funds our free helpline, our awareness work and research into testicular, prostate and pe**le cancer.

You’ll get an Orchid running vest, a training guide, and a team behind you the whole way. 💙

Email us to find out more and how to register: [email protected]

10/10/2026

Our supporters are truly one of a kind! 💙

This is our spot for tonight, headlining the TBF Oktoberfest supporting Orchid - Fighting Male Cancer an amazing charity. On stage around 9.30pm and really looking forward to it. 😎😎😎

08/10/2026

This Black History Month, we want to shine a light on our incredible Nottingham Community Champions and recognise the important role they play in their communities.
Our Community Champions work tirelessly to raise awareness of male cancers, build confidence around talking about health, and help ensure that trusted, accessible information reaches the people who need it most.

At the heart of their work is a simple but powerful idea: “Pass it on.” By sharing what they learn with friends, family, colleagues and wider community networks, our Champions help vital health messages travel further, encouraging more men to understand their bodies, recognise potential signs and symptoms, and feel confident seeking help when something doesn’t feel right.

We know that conversations about cancer don’t always happen easily, and that some communities continue to experience barriers to accessing health information and support. That’s why trusted voices within communities are so important.

Throughout , we’re proud to celebrate our Nottingham Community Champions, their commitment, their passion, and the difference they are making, one conversation at a time.

For more information & support on prostate cancer please visit our website:
🔗orchid-cancer.org.uk/prostate-cancer/

05/10/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone at The Light Fund for once again supporting Orchid – Fighting Male Cancer this year.

Your generosity has helped us bring our Male Cancer Information Roadshow into a local community, raising awareness and sharing trusted information about prostate, testicular, and pe**le cancer.

Your support also contributed to Male Cancer Awareness Week, focused this year on survivorship. By sharing real experiences, we highlighted the challenges of life during and after treatment, while offering hope and reminding men and their families that support remains important beyond diagnosis.

As a small charity, your support makes a real difference. Thank you for helping us reach more people with information, reassurance, and support when they need it most.

From all of us at Orchid, and on behalf of the men and families we support, thank you for standing with us in the fight against male cancer.

27/09/2026

Another Roadshow here in Hull!

📍 Sunday, 27/09: North Point Shopping Centre
•Location : 5 Goodhart Road, Bransholme, Hull, HU7 4EE
•Time: 10am – 4pm

Come say hi and ask any questions you may have around male cancer. Our Community Engagement Team is ready to help! North Point Shopping Centre

26/09/2026

Good morning, Hull!

Our Male Cancer Community Engagement Team are here now at Prospect Shopping Centre. Pick up free information and ask our team any questions you may have about pe**le, prostate and testicular cancer.

📍 Saturday, 26/09: Prospect Shopping Centre
•Location: Brook Street, Hull, HU2 8PP
•Time: 9am – 4pm

Prospect Shopping Centre