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Scottish rugby union legend and farmer disappointed by committee's 'no' to mass prostate cancer screening

Having documented his own experience and battle with prostate cancer, Stirling farmer Kenny Logan is now urging men to be brave and also receive a test, adding early detection could help save a life

Chris Brayford
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Farmer and former Scotland rugby union international Kenny Logan said: "I feel so fortunate that I found my prostate cancer at an early, treatable stage. I had no symptoms so had not thought to see my GP, but having a test when I did, during a routine wellness check, may have saved my life. Now I am determined to try and use my experience to help others."
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Farmer and former Scotland rugby union international Kenny Logan said: "I feel so fortunate that I found my prostate cancer at an early, treatable stage. I had no symptoms so had not thought to see my GP, but having a test when I did, during a routine wellness check, may have saved my life. Now I am determined to try and use my experience to help others."

A former Scottish rugby union hero has urged men to bravely come forward and test for prostate cancer, having revealed that an early diagnosis could have helped to save his life. Kenny Logan, from a...

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