Orchid Cancer Appeal

Research from male cancer charity Orchid reveals UK men know more about breast and other women's cancers than those which affect only men

1 in 3 men say they're most knowledgeable about breast cancer compared to 1 in 10 men who are familiar with the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer

1 in 10 women say they don't check their breasts compared to 1 in 4 men who don't check their testes

1 in 3 men are not aware they can check themselves for lumps

Only 1 in 5 men admit to being clued up on prostate cancer

1 in 6 men think prostate cancer can affect women

1 in 4 Brits have a family member or close friend with testicular or prostate cancer

Schools Fundraising

Orchid challenges your school to join our ‘CHECKED OUT’ campaign by asking pupils and staff to get ‘CHECKED OUT’ and help fight male cancer. It’s fun and easy – simply wear a check item of clothing or entire outfit and donate £1 to Orchid. For more ideas on how to organise your day please download the ‘CHECKED OUT’ toolkit.

Once you’ve told us you’re organising your day we can then send you out sponsorhip forms and posters to help promote the event and support you in hosting your day. All the money raised will go towards funding our vital work fighting male cancer.

For further information please contact the Orchid Events Team on 020 7601 8486 or 020 7601 8259 or email events@orchid-cancer.org.uk