Health: Prostate Cancer

Lord Campbell-Savours Excerpts

Monday 19th July 2010 Lords Chamber

[Earl Howe]

My Lords, I am not aware that there is thought to be a significant shortage of urological surgeons or expertise around the country, although the coverage varies from region to region, as the noble Lord will know. However, I shall take his concerns back with me and make suitable inquiries. If I can write to him further, I shall certainly do so.

[Lord Campbell-Savours]

My Lords, why cannot we have a national PSA screening programme? Would that not help to avoid late diagnosis?

[Earl Howe]

My Lords, the noble Lord may know that the UK National Screening Committee examined this question recently. The matter is out for consultation, which will last until the end of September, when a conclusion will be reached.