As my closest and dearest already know I was diagnosed with testicular cancer on 24th December 2024 after feeling a lump and putting it off earlier that year. Since then I’ve had scans and surgery and now have a new fantastic silicone testicle. They’re convinced I am now cancer free and now currently entering a surveillance period. So I’m again, running the GNR, but this time for a charity personally close to me.

Orchid Cancer is a fantastic charity that provides support and funding for essential research into cancers such as testicular, prostate and penile. More information below.

Any contributions would be greatly appreciated

Brendan x

About Orchid:

Over 58,000 people will be diagnosed with prostate, testicular or penile cancer every year in the UK.

Orchid exists to save lives from testicular, prostate and penile cancers through a range of support services, pioneering research and promoting awareness.

All donations are gratefully received and could make the following impact:

£10 could pay for a telephone call with an Orchid Nurse Specialist on our Freephone Helpline;

£20 could cover the cost of male cancer information being sent to 17 people following a male cancer concern or diagnosis;

£50 could cover a vital counselling session for those diagnosed with testicular or penile cancer;

£200 could cover a talk within the community about the risk factors, signs and symptoms of male cancer to promote early diagnosis.