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Pembrokeshire Herald
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Three choirs unite in Tenby for charity concert
Over £3,000 raised for Prostate Cymru and Pancreatic Cancer UK A CHANCE encounter at a bowls competition in Westport, on Ireland's west coast, sparked a memorable evening of music and friendship at St Mary's Church, Tenby. The connection began when Ed Morris, a baritone with Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir and a member of Pembroke Farmers' Club, struck up a conversation with a member of the Tredagh Singers from Drogheda, north of Dublin. The singer, coincidentally the sister of Ed's neighbour, was also attending the competition. Choir chairmen Huw Morgan (left) and Vincent Moore exchange gifts (Pic: P&DMVC) Eighteen months later, that chance meeting led to a spectacular joint concert featuring the Tredagh Singers, Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir, and the ladies of Serendipity Choir from Narberth. The well-attended evening raised over £3,000 in aid of Prostate Cymru and Pancreatic Cancer UK. Each choir performed its own programme to warm applause before joining together for a stirring finale of the Welsh classic Calon Lân and You'll Never Walk Alone. Brian Harries, chairman of the Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru and a member of Haverfordwest Male Voice Choir, served as MC and also took part in the final numbers alongside long-serving Pembroke tenor John Kilcoyne. Juliet Rossiter, musical director of both local choirs, conducted a total of 14 pieces on the night. Accompanists were Heather Williams for Serendipity and William Lambert for Pembroke. During the event, gifts were exchanged as a token of friendship. Tredagh chairman Vincent Moore presented a framed score of Calon Lân, adorned with silhouettes of Drogheda landmarks, along with a bottle of local whiskey. In return, Pembroke chairman Huw Morgan gifted a print of Barafundle Bay—one of Pembrokeshire's most iconic beaches. Members of both Welsh choirs expressed hopes for future exchanges with the Tredagh Singers, both in Wales and across the Irish Sea. Pictured top of page: The three choirs and musical teams pictured following the concert at St Mary's Church, Tenby (Pic: P&DMVC)
South Wales Guardian
25-05-2025
- Health
- South Wales Guardian
Corgi helping fund prostate cancer tests across Wales
Corgi, a family-run business that has been making luxury socks, knitwear, and accessories for more than 130 years, is donating to Prostate Cymru to help the charity organise PSA testing events. Prostate Cymru has held events in Kenfig Hill, Cowbridge, Brecon, Carmarthen, Cardiff, and Swansea on its mission to test 3,000 men. There are still events to come in Narberth, Aberystwyth, and North Wales, and men are encouraged to register, as symptoms often do not appear in the early stages of the disease. Corgi is run by Lisa Wood and Chris Jones. Mr Jones said: "We're delighted to play a part to help Prostate Cymru get men a PSA test. "In the past, we've produced Prostate Cymru socks to help raise funds for the charity which does some fantastic work, but also importantly, we want to do our bit to raise awareness among men and encourage them to get tested." Corgi is a royally recommended company, as it has a Royal Warrant of Appointment as Manufacturers of Knitwear and Hosiery to His Majesty the King. The Royal Warrant Holders' Charity has also donated £3,000 to the cause. Claire Anderson, RWH charity manager, said: "The Royal Warrant Holders' Charity is so pleased to support Prostate Cymru which has been nominated by Royal Warrant holder, Corgi Hosiery. "It's a wonderful charity which raises awareness about testing and helps identify people at risk of prostate cancer. "The £3,000 grant will enable it to carry out testing at eight testing sites across Wales." On the day, men just have to give a blood sample. Corgi and the Royal Warrant Holders' Charity's support is covering the cost of specialist nurses and the team of phlebotomists. Tina Tew of Prostate Cymru said: "The evidence tells us that if we could make it easier for men to get tested, more men would welcome a test. "And that's why we are organising a series of testing events across Wales."
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
'Fit and healthy' Pembrokeshire man's incurable cancer shock
A man diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer is urging others to get tested. Guy Woodham, 56 from Milford Haven, who was diagnosed with the disease, is encouraging men to attend a Prostate Cymru event in Narberth. The charity is on a mission to test more than 3,000 men across the nation for prostate cancer, with a stop at Narberth RFC on June 1. This comes as men continue to face challenges in obtaining a free PSA test from their GP, despite the fact that prostate cancer often presents no symptoms. So far, more than 1,400 men have been tested, with 90 receiving a red alert, advising them to visit their GP for further investigation. The charity is urging men aged 50 or over, or those aged 45 or over with a family history of prostate cancer or who are black, to get tested. The councillor and former mayor of Milford Haven, was 55 when his GP suggested a series of tests as a 'bit of an MOT.' He was fit, healthy, and had no symptoms. Mr Woodham said: "My GP phoned me to tell me that my PSA reading was raised. "I was referred to a urologist and had further tests which showed an abnormality. "I braced myself to hear that I might need surgery but I wasn't prepared to hear the news that it was already stage four and that it had spread to the bone. "Suddenly, I had incurable, advanced cancer." Mr Woodham, who led a team of more than 20 on Prostate Cymru's Big Walk last year which raised more than £10,000, is currently responding well to treatment. He said: "Hopefully my story's helped at least one other person. "Because if you catch it early, something can be done. "Most of the time, I feel positive. "I still don't have any symptoms and I have virtually no side effects from hormone treatment." The campaign sees more than 3,000 tests set to be made available, costing more than £100,000. Prostate Cymru is working with sponsors at each event to make this possible, while individuals will be asked to donate £10. JCP Solicitors has chosen Prostate Cymru as its charity of the year and is sponsoring the Narberth testing event. Director and CEO Hayley Davies said: "It's important for us to support local causes, and we are pleased to play our part in raising awareness of prostate cancer. "We also want to help our colleagues, their families, and local communities access PSA testing." On the day, a specialist nurse and consultant will be on hand to provide more detailed information on the test, and what happens in the event of a positive test result. To register for a test, email psatest@
Pembrokeshire Herald
14-05-2025
- Health
- Pembrokeshire Herald
Fire crews test skills in airport training exercise
A MILFORD HAVEN councillor diagnosed with incurable prostate cancer is urging men across Pembrokeshire to take action and get tested. Councillor Guy Woodham, former Mayor of Milford Haven, is backing a major awareness campaign led by Welsh charity Prostate Cymru, which is offering free PSA blood tests as part of a national screening drive. The next testing event will be held at Narberth RFC on Saturday, 1 June. Cllr Woodham, now 56, was fit, healthy and had no symptoms when his GP suggested a routine check-up. 'My PSA level was slightly raised, which led to more tests,' he said. 'I braced myself to be told I might need surgery, but nothing prepared me for the news that it was already stage four and had spread to my bones. I now have incurable, advanced cancer.' He added: 'There's currently no screening programme, and some GPs are still reluctant to offer the PSA test. But it's all we've got. I had no symptoms, and yet I was already stage four. My message is simple: get tested. It could save your life.' Prostate Cymru is aiming to test over 3,000 men across Wales amid ongoing concerns that too many men struggle to access free PSA tests through their GP. So far, more than 1,400 men have been tested at events in Kenfig Hill, Cowbridge, Brecon and Swansea — with 90 red alerts issued to men requiring urgent follow-up. Men aged 50 or over are eligible for a free test, with that threshold reduced to 45 for those with a family history of the disease or for Black men, who are statistically at higher risk. The Narberth event is being supported by JCP Solicitors, which has named Prostate Cymru its Charity of the Year. CEO Hayley Davies said: 'One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. Early detection makes all the difference.' On the day, attendees will be able to speak with a specialist nurse and consultant about the PSA test and the next steps if results are elevated. A further testing event will take place at Aberystwyth RFC on Sunday, 8 June, with plans to expand the campaign into North Wales later this year. To register for a test, email psatest@ or visit
Wales Online
14-05-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
Like Sir Chris Hoy I went from having no symptoms to being told my cancer was incurable and advanced
Like Sir Chris Hoy I went from having no symptoms to being told my cancer was incurable and advanced Guy Woodham found out he had stage four prostate cancer despite feeling fit and healthy Guy Woodham pictured with his sister Rhian Guy Woodham was urged by his GP to go for a "bit of a MOT" and despite feeling perfectly fit and healthy, he was shocked to find his test results showed he had incurable cancer. The 56-year-old from Milford Haven was diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer, despite showing no symptoms at all or being even remotely unwell. The local councillor is now using his experience to urge all men to get tested for prostate cancer - a cancer that has been dubbed a "silent killer." Guy said: 'My GP phoned me to tell me that my PSA reading was raised. I was referred to a urologist and had further tests which showed an abmormality. "I braced myself to hear that I might need surgery but I wasn't prepared to hear the news that it was already stage four and that it had spread to the bone. "Suddenly, I had incurable, advanced cancer. 'I am now doing everything I can to raise awareness. My message to men is that you can feel fine but you may have prostate cancer. Article continues below Guy taking part in Prostate Cymru's Big Walk "There's no screening programme currently. Some GPs are reluctant to do a PSA test as it's not always reliable but it's all we've got at the moment. "So get yourself signed up to the testing event in Narberth or go speak to your GP.' Prostate Cymru is touring Wales to test more than 3,000 men for prostate cancer, including a stop at Narberth RFC on June 1. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here Guy is joined by by First Minister Eluned Morgan, family and friends on last summer's Big Walk More than 1,400 men have been tested in their campaign so far, with 90 of those receiving a red alert to go back and speak to their GP for further testing. 'Hopefully my story's helped at least one other person. Because if you catch it early, something can be done," said Guy. "Most of the time, I feel positive. I still don't have any symptoms and I have virtually no side effects from hormone treatment.' Guy – who led a team of more than 20 on Prostate Cymru's Big Walk last year which raised more than £10,000 - is currently responding well to treatment, but does not know how long he has to live. Prostate Cymru is appealing to men aged 50 or over – or those aged 45 or over if they have a family history of prostate cancer or if they are black - to please get tested. Their campaign has been described by the charity as 'ambitious and costly'. More than 3,000 tests are being made available, costing over £100,000. Prostate Cymru is working with sponsors at each event to make this possible while individuals who participate will be asked to donate £10. Tina Tew of Prostate Cymru says: 'All men over 50 are entitled to a free PSA test from their GP. That drops to 45 if there is a family history or if they are black. "However, we constantly hear of men who have had difficulties in obtaining a GP appointment, and in some cases being refused a test. Guy with his cousin Gemma and husband Colin 'The evidence tells us that if we could make it easier for men to get tested, more men would welcome a test. "Narberth will be our sixth testing event and we've received so much feedback from men, whether that's from those who now know they need to visit their GP for follow-up tests or from those who now have peace of mind.' "On the day, a specialist nurse and consultant will be on hand to provide more detailed information on the test, and what happens next in the event of a positive test result." Article continues below Following the event in Narberth, there is another event at Aberystwyth RFC on Sunday, June 8, with plans to add a date in North Wales. If you would like to register for a test, please email psatest@ or c lick here .
