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‘Screening is inexpensive compared to treatment’

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September 29, 2026

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‘Screening is inexpensive compared to treatment’

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FOR banker Howard Lawrence, annual prostate cancer screenings did more than safeguard his health. They helped him avoid the far greater financial and emotional costs that often come when the disease is detected too late.

Diagnosed with stage two prostate cancer in 2024, Lawrence credits regular screening and critical illness insurance for helping him access treatment quickly and manage what could have become a significant financial burden.

With a family history of prostate cancer Lawrence began annual screenings at age 40, including prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests and digital rectal exams.

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