Prostate cancer is now the single most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in Singapore. It accounts for nearly one in five male cancer cases—yet it remains a dangerously silent threat in its early stages. Many men wait for obvious symptoms, like urinary issues or pain, but by the time these warning signs appear…the cancer may have already advanced.
The good news? When detected early, prostate cancer is highly treatable, boasting a five-year survival rate of over 90%. This is exactly why getting screened before you feel anything is one of the most crucial health decisions a man can make to improve long-term quality of life and make the diagnosis manageable.
This is why men should take advantage of Singapore’s only free prostate cancer screening by 365 Cancer Prevention Society. Wonderfully, the #My1stProstateCheck has returned for the third year to help with early detection. Here’s what you should know.
Why should Singaporean men get tested even if they feel healthy?
The only free prostate cancer screening in Singapore for lower-income individuals is open for registration from now until July 31, 2026. Through this campaign, the society hopes to offer equal access to regular screening regardless of income levels.
Eligible participants will complete a simple symptom questionnaire and those identified as at-risk will proceed to receive a fully sponsored Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test or a transabdominal ultrasound at 365CPS partner facilities. Normally, at-risk individuals are those with an IPSS score of 7 and above.
Singaporean men aged 50 and above, as well as men aged 45 and above with a first-degree family history of prostate cancer are strongly encouraged to register.
To qualify for the fully subsidized screening eligibility, participants must hold a valid blue or orange CHAS card or Public Assistance (PA) card. Register before the July 31 deadline via the 365CPS website.
With more than 8,114 Singaporean men diagnosed in a recent five-year window, ignoring the statistics is no longer an option.
Overall, early stage prostate cancer develops silently without any pain or warning signs. And if you wait for symptoms to appear, this often means the cancer has already spread and becomes harder to treat.
