Free potentially life-saving programme for members of the PNA Salary Protection Scheme
1 in 9 women are diagnosed with Breast Cancer in Ireland*
1 in 7 men are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in Ireland**
Breast cancer and prostate cancer are the second most common cancers in Ireland**
This year, PNA are proud to have teamed up with Cornmarket to launch a vital, and potentially life-saving breast and prostate health assessment & education programme, for members of the PNA Salary Protection Scheme. Under the banner “Pink Power” for women and Blue Power” for men, this campaign was built in response to a high level of cancer amongst members in the Scheme. The aim of the programme is to empower members with education and awareness on the signs and symptoms of breast and prostate cancer.
What does it involve?
Members are invited to book a GP appointment online. The appointment offers a once-off clinical physical breast/prostate assessment and vital education on the signs and symptoms of breast and prostate cancer. Women are also taught how to self-check. There is no cost to attend the appointment as it is fully covered under the programme. If a member needs further investigation, they will get rapid access to Beaumont Private Clinic or a Bon Secours Private Hospital in Dublin, Cork or Galway, for more extensive tests, like an MRI, Ultrasound, Mammogram or Biopsy. The programme is 100% confidential and is run by independent GP providers, Full Health Medical.
Who is invited?
Female members under age 50 and male members aged 40 – 65 are invited to attend by Cornmarket, the administrators of the Salary Protection Scheme. Given the scale of the nationwide campaign, invites are rolled out by geographic location to ensure enough resources are available to cater for demand. Members from Leinster were invited in August. GP appointments are currently taking place in Leinster. Members in Munster, Connaught and Ulster be invited in January/February 2020.
If one life can be saved through this initiative, it will be worthwhile. For more info, visit cornmarket.ie/pink-blue-power
