Men's health stories

“Once I had made the appointment I felt so much better. Despite my concerns about what would be found - I felt much more in control and able to cope.”

Many people’s health and wellbeing has been impacted by the pandemic, yet the number of people seeking help when they have a concern has significantly reduced during this time, particularly amongst men. Here, Brendan Street, Nuffield Health’s Professional Head of Emotional Wellbeing, shares his experience of a personal health issue and how he sought help.

Updated: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

How the da Vinci Surgical System helped Tom recover faster from prostate surgery

When Tom, 45, from Sussex, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in late 2024, he wasn’t shocked. With his dad, uncle and cousin all diagnosed, he knew the odds were high. But thanks to his proactive approach and cutting-edge technology – the da Vinci Surgical System – Tom has recovered well and feels better than before the operation.

Updated: Monday 17 August 2026

Published: Thursday 22 May 2025