30. 11. 2023

We celebrated Movember – Men’s health is important, prevention helps

November is also Men's Health Month. Škoda Group decided to contribute to raising awareness on this topic by organising a lecture on prostate and testicular cancer prevention. Expert know-how in this area was provided by the Men Against Cancer Foundation. Jiří Hofreitr and Patrik Žiška, a medical doctor, introduced us to the world of prevention of these serious diseases.

The lecture was not only informative, but also interactive, which contributed to creating a friendly atmosphere. Patrik Žiška focused on the anatomy of the testicles and explained the production of hormones. The main focus was on various testicular diseases, including tumours, cysts, infections, torsion and varicocele. Emphasis was placed on risk factors and the correct procedure for self-examination, which the participants were able to practice on a model of the testicles. This was followed by a section on prostate cancer. The lecture was enriched by the active participation of the audience, who responded to various questions and discussed the topic. At the end, psychologist Marek Rubricius spoke, sharing his personal experience with prevention and describing how the treatment process looks like.

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