The only wireless handheld scanner.
We are delighted to announce that because of your incredible support we are able to fund state of the art imaging at the bedside. Starting at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, but hopefully in other hospitals soon, this piece of equipment is designed to scan the size of the prostate gland prior to surgery, so less…
Plympton Litter Pickers do it again!
A big thank you to the Plympton Litter Pickers, who’ve raised £250 for men’s cancer patients. This amazing group of people raised the funds by recycling aluminium cans found on their litter picks, meaning they’re doing a fantastic thing for the community, supporting each other, the environment, as well as helping us support local patients. If you or someone you know is…
Accessing the book!
We understand not everyone wants to visit a support group, so we also have created a book, to help you in those quiet times during and after your recovery. With half a million men living with or after a prostate cancer diagnosis in the UK we wanted to ensure we reach as many men as…
A swim with a very special meaning
On 8th August, Ginette and her daughter Annabelle Ferguson joined 270 swimmers to take on the incredible St Michael’s Mount Swim. But for Annabelle, every stroke was for her Grandad, Pete, who sadly passed away from prostate cancer in June. “I’m so glad Grandad knew I was going to take on this swim for him…
An opportunity to give something back?
Trustee Opportunity — Help Shape the Future of Men’s Cancer Care in Devon & Cornwall. The Chestnut Appeal for Men’s Health is looking to welcome a new Trustee to join our Board and help guide the charity through its next stage of growth and impact. This is an opportunity to use your experience, insight and…
Raise a little, change a lot.
With bills and budgets stretched, fundraising or donating to charity can seem out of reach – but tough times make our work important than ever. When money’s tight, men are less likely to see their GP and those living with cancer can find it harder to access support. But supporting your local charity doesn’t have to be…
Come see us at The Sticker Vintage Rally
The Sticker Vintage Rally and Country Fayre is back at Sticker AFC, Nr St Austell on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd of August 2026. Come and see Vintage Tractors, Mini Steam Engines, visit the large craft tent. Prepare to be amazed by Bike Stunt shows on Sunday, meet renowned dog trainer Pia Birnie, as well…
What is Focal Therapy and how does it work?
Only about 1,000 men a year in the UK receive focal therapy treatment currently, yet it has been available for around 20 years. Part of the reason for this is lack of long term data, however following the success of recent trials, The Chestnut Appeal for Men’s Health is appealing for more access on the…
Keeping Active During Cancer
There’s growing evidence that staying physically active before and after a cancer diagnosis could improve a person’s chances of survival. Growing evidence suggests that people who are physically active before and after a cancer diagnosis may improve their chances of survival, particularly for breast, colorectal and prostate cancers, while also helping to reduce treatment related…
New Support Group starts today!
We’re launching a new support group in Cornwall to help even more people affected by cancer. Our support group in Plymouth has been helping those impacted by prostate, penile and testicular cancer for more than 15 years. The group means men and families can meet local people who’ve walked a similar path, find mutual support,…